Cultural & Educational Organizations

Stiftung POSTICUM 

Oberriet Sg · Since 2007

Stiftung POSTICUM supports and implements projects that benefit residents of the historical region of Transylvania (Siebenbürgen). It partners with the Bildungshaus Posticum in Oradea to run educational, social and cultural programs such as schoolbag distributions, provision of laptops for remote learning, activities for children with special needs, and meeting days for refugees.

Stiftung PRO ARTE DOMUS 

Stans · Since 1992

The core activity of the Pro Arte Domus Foundation is the promotion and support of the preservation and renovation of historic buildings (up to the end of the 19th century) in the canton of Nidwalden, German-speaking Switzerland, Grisons and Ticino by providing grants and loans to private initiatives and projects that are committed to preserving and renovating protected buildings.

Stiftung Pro "Bielen-Säge" 

Altdorf Ur · Since 1991

The company's core activity is the promotion and preservation of cultural heritage in the canton of Uri, particularly through the maintenance and preservation of cultural monuments such as the Bielen sawmill and the Zielhaus on the Klausenpass.

Stiftung PROGR 

Bern · Since 2009

The core activity of PROGR is the promotion and support of cultural production and presentation in Bern. This includes providing studios for artists, organizing cultural events, and operating a gastronomic business that serves as a central meeting point and interface between production and presentation.

Stiftung Pro Fricktal 

Frick · Since 2001

Stiftung Pro Fricktal awards grants to cultural and folkloric activities by contributing to cultural works, events, associations, individuals and institutions. The foundation also provides support for needy residents (including training and vocational reintegration aid), promotes youth work and start-ups, supports local artists, and backs projects to preserve the region’s ecological, cultural and historical environment.

Stiftung Pro Hersiwil 

Hersiwil · Since 2000

The company's core activity is the operation of an art gallery, in particular the organization and implementation of exhibitions as well as the promotion of art and culture.

Stiftung pro jungwacht blauring 

Lucerne · Since 2012

The core activity of Jungwacht Blauring Schweiz is the promotion and support of children and young people in German-speaking Switzerland through various activities, groups and projects, with the aim of promoting community, acceptance, respect and responsibility. The company offers a wide range of services, such as camps, group activities, training and accompaniment, to support and accompany children and young people. It is a children's and youth association that is committed to the development and well-being of young people.

Stiftung Pro Säge Schwarzwald-Alp 

Meiringen · Since 1998

The core activity of the company 'Stiftung Pro Säge Schwarzwaldalp' is the restoration and securing of the operation of a historic sawmill on the Schwarzwaldalp, as well as the preservation and operation of this sawmill as a cultural and historical heritage.

Stiftung pro Schwanden und Umgebung 

Schwanden Gl · Since 1994

The core activity of the Pro Schwanden and Umgebung Foundation is the preservation and maintenance of cultural and historical values, in particular the late medieval Schmidstuben, as well as the organization of temporary exhibitions and the use of the Rysläuferhuus as a wedding venue and exhibition space for regional art and culture.

Stiftung Pro Splügen 

Splügen · Since 1974

Stiftung Pro Splügen is a foundation focused on conserving and maintaining the historic village character. It supports preservation and sensitive development efforts, including grants for the repair and conservation of traditional stone-slab roofs.

Stiftung Pro Vorburg 

Niederurnen · Since 2002

The company's core activity is the preservation, renovation and maintenance of the Vorburg Oberurnen castle ruins, including the organization of events and the search for sponsors and donations to finance the conservation work.

Stiftung Pukllasunchis 

Winterthur · Since 1993

The core activity of Pukllasunchis is the promotion of education, inclusion and cultural identity in Cusco, Peru, through the operation of schools, a pedagogical university, a radio station, a youth center and an environmental project, with the aim of strengthening the self-esteem and participation of children and young people in the community.

Stiftung Radio-Basel 

Basel · Since 1937

Stiftung Radio-Basel is a foundation that promotes radio and television culture and supports the SRG site. The foundation has awarded radio drama and feature prizes for German-language publicly funded productions and currently awards the Förderpreis «katalysatOHR».

Stiftung Ritter-Hürlimann 

Uster · Since 1999

The core activity of Villa Grunholzer is the organization of cultural events such as concerts, exhibitions, and literary events, as well as the rental of spaces for private and public occasions like birthday parties, seminars, apéritifs, and civil weddings.

Stiftung ROOTHUUS GONTEN - Zentrum für Appenzeller und Toggenburger Volksmusik 

Gonten · Since 2003

Stiftung ROOTHUUS GONTEN - Zentrum für Appenzeller und Toggenburger Volksmusik operates a centre presenting and researching the folk music traditions of Appenzell and the Toggenburg. The exhibition displays historical instruments and research findings; a shop offers publications and recordings, and guided tours for groups are available.

Stiftung Rudolf von Tavel 

Bern · Since 2003

The core activity of the Rudolf von Tavel Foundation is the promotion and preservation of the work and legacy of the Swiss poet Rudolf von Tavel. This includes organizing readings and events, publishing publications, and maintaining contacts with friends and interested parties. The foundation also sees itself as an information platform for the life and work of Rudolf von Tavel and provides corresponding information and materials.

Stiftung Ruth und Ernst Burkhalter 

Zurich · Since 1988

The core activity of the Ruth and Ernst Burkhalter Foundation is the promotion of music projects and concerts through the assumption of deficit guarantees or soloist fees.

Stiftung Sammlung Unterwaldner Naturjuiz 

Sarnen · Since 2020

Stiftung Sammlung Unterwaldner Naturjuiz maintains a collection of Unterwalden Naturjodels, documenting titles, authors/composers and associated audio recordings in an online catalogue.

Stiftung SAPA, Schweizer Archiv der Darstellenden Künste 

Bern · Since 2010

The core activity of SAPA is the collection, documentation, archiving and dissemination of information and materials in the field of Swiss performing arts. The company operates an archive and competence center where it collects holdings, carries out projects, conducts research and offers oral history services. It also brokers events and publications and maintains a network with partners and institutions.

Stiftung Schloss Aarwangen 

Aarwangen · Since 2021

Schloss Aarwangen is a cultural and tourism company specializing in the management and mediation of a historic castle. The core activities include: organizing and conducting guided tours, exhibitions, and events; operating gastronomy and shop offers; developing and implementing educational programs; creating and maintaining escape rooms and virtual reality experiences; and communicating and administering the castle, including marketing and public relations. The company aims to address a broad audience and present a diverse range of offerings that combine history, culture, and entertainment.