NGOs & NPOs

Stiftung Generationenkreis 

Mörschwil · Since 2015

Stiftung Generationenkreis promotes intergenerational encounters and supports need‑oriented, intergenerational housing as well as the planning and implementation of activities and projects that connect different generations. Projects may be carried out by private parties, communities, or associations, and the foundation operates with a non‑profit purpose and no commercial aims.

Stiftung Georges Oettli 

Schaffhausen · Since 2007

The core activity of the Georges Oettli Foundation is to support development projects in Switzerland and abroad, particularly in the Third World, with the goal of enabling people, especially children and young people, to have a dignified future and to bring them closer to Jesus Christ. The foundation supports various projects such as the construction of schools, hospitals, nursing homes, children's homes, kindergartens, orphanages and vocational training workshops.

STIFTUNG GERTRUD KURZ 

Bern · Since 1975

The core activity of the Gertrud Kurz Foundation is to support projects that promote the participation and recognition of individuals who are disadvantaged due to their origin, with the aim of fostering a solidary coexistence and opening up society. This is achieved in particular through the promotion of projects that advocate for the integration of people in need, especially undocumented immigrants.

Stiftung Gesundes Leben und Wohnen 

Zurich · Since 2013

Stiftung Gesundes Leben und Wohnen is a non-profit foundation that provides sheltered housing and support for people with multiple chemical sensitivity (MCS) and electrohypersensitivity (EHS). It also assists with related conditions such as chronic fatigue syndrome and fibromyalgia, participates in shielded housing projects and raises funds for further projects and public outreach.

STIFTUNG GGN (Stiftung Gemeinnützige Gesellschaft von Neumünster) 

Zurich · Since 2013

The core activity of the company "Gemeinnützige Gesellschaft Neumünster" (GGN) is the promotion of lived community and the realization of social projects, particularly in the area of nursing homes and care facilities, as well as the support of people in difficult life situations.

Stiftung Gesundheit und Ernährung Schweiz 

Meggen · Since 2014

The company's core activity is providing information and resources in the field of health and nutrition, with a particular focus on sustainable and vegan nutrition. The company operates a website that offers articles, videos, testimonials, and book reviews on these topics. It appears that the company is also a non-profit foundation that promotes health and sustainable nutrition.

Stiftung Gnadenhof Luna 

Schwendi Im Weisstannental · Since 2019

The core activity of the company "Stiftung Gnadenhof Luna" is the reception and care of animals in need, particularly cats, as well as providing support and coaching for pet owners in cases of behavioral disorders and health problems.

Stiftung Green Advance 

Maur · Since 2019

The core activity of the Green Advance Foundation is the promotion and preservation of species diversity and biodiversity, particularly through projects such as Future Planter and Schmetterlingsfeld.ch, as well as through the support of initiatives that protect and promote nature. The foundation is also committed to educational and awareness-raising work to sensitize people to the importance of nature and species diversity.

Stiftung Greuter-Briner 

Andelfingen · Since 2007

Stiftung Greuter-Briner is a charitable family foundation that supports projects in ecology, culture and education. The foundation board evaluates projects in Switzerland and abroad, implements initiatives independently or with selected partners, and is mainly financed by private family funds; it is currently not accepting new applications.

Stiftung Grünau 

Richterswil · Since 1919

Stiftung Grünau supports activities, projects and institutions that promote the vocational and social integration of adolescents and young adults. It primarily funds civil-society organisations in this field and provides housing as well as a centre for small businesses.

Stiftung Guapa 

Liebefeld · Since 2018

The core activity of the company is the care and maintenance of animals in need, particularly horses, ponies, donkeys, goats, sheep, chickens and birds, in a reception center. The foundation takes in animals from animal owners who have become destitute through no fault of their own, as well as animals seized by the authorities or animals in distress in general. The reception center provides the animals with long-term accommodation and care, with the aim of alleviating their suffering and enabling them to lead a good life.

Stiftung Hans und Engelina Gabriel-Brunold 

Samedan · Since 2003

The core activity of the Gabriel-Brunold Foundation is to support people in need in the Upper Engadine region by providing financial contributions in social hardship cases, particularly in cases of uncovered medical expenses or other financial emergencies, which are financed through donations and foundation income.

Stiftung Heilsarmee Schweiz 

Bern · Since 1934

Stiftung Heilsarmee Schweiz provides Christian church work and a range of social services, including emergency shelters, supported housing, social counselling, day-structure and work-integration programmes. The organisation also runs secondhand shops, fundraising activities and international development projects.

Stiftung Henry Dunant der Samariter Schweiz 

Olten · Since 1921

Stiftung Hilfe für betagte Menschen in Bedrängnis 

Lucerne · Since 1999

The company's core activity is to support elderly people in need and crisis situations through direct, uncomplicated assistance, enabling them to lead a dignified life within their community.

Stiftung Hilfe für Armenien 

Schaffhausen · Since 1992

The core activity of the "Help for Armenia" foundation is to support and implement aid projects in Armenia, particularly for the most vulnerable, such as Armenian children and the sick. The foundation focuses on improving living conditions in Armenia through the renovation and construction of kindergartens, day hospitals, water supply systems, and other infrastructure facilities. In doing so, it primarily collaborates with local construction companies and suppliers to generate added value in economically weak Armenia.

Stiftung Hilfe für Kinder 

Urdorf · Since 1992

The core activity of the Stiftung Hilfe für Kinder foundation is to support and assist children in need, particularly through the implementation of projects aimed at improving their social, economic and health situation. This includes, among other things, the construction of playgrounds, the organization of holiday assistance and the provision of direct and unbureaucratic support for children and their families.

Stiftung Hilfsfonds GST 

Bern · Since 1945

Stiftung Hilfsfonds GST provides financial contributions in line with its statutory purpose to support projects, continuing education and individuals facing material hardship. Eligible support includes projects and training benefiting the veterinary profession, GST members in need (including assistance for surviving dependants), foreign veterinarians undertaking capacity‑building assignments and organisations involved in developing or improving veterinary services abroad, as well as initiatives to promote veterinarians' health.

Stiftung Hilfsverein Heiden 

Heiden · Since 1973

Stiftung Hilfsverein Heiden aims to assist persons in need with advice and practical support and may support institutions with a similar purpose. The foundation is non-profit and politically and religiously neutral; funds come from collections, donations and bequests, and requests for assistance are decided by the foundation board.

Stiftung Hilfskasse des CLEVS 

Lenzburg · Since 1995

The core activity of CLEVS is the development, production and marketing of educational materials, in particular notebooks, exercise books and folders, as well as providing services in the area of professional liability insurance and supporting those in need through the CLEVS Hilfskasse foundation.