NGOs & NPOs

UICN, Union internationale pour la conservation de la nature et de ses ressources 

Gland · Since 1989

The company's core activity is nature conservation and environmental protection. It is involved in various areas such as biodiversity, climate change, water security, governance and sustainable development. It works globally in different regions and advocates for the protection of ecosystems, species and natural resources. The company follows a science-based approach and informs policy to support nature conservation.

CROIX-ROUGE VAUDOISE Association cantonale de la Croix-Rouge suisse 

Lausanne · Since 2012

The company's core activity is social support and assistance for people in need, particularly in the canton of Vaud. This includes the distribution of financial resources, the implementation of social programs and the provision of services for vulnerable population groups. The company is part of the Croix-Rouge (Red Cross) and works closely with local authorities and organizations to meet the needs of the population.

Stiftung Sozialwerk Pfarrer Sieber 

Zurich · Since 1988

The company is a social welfare organization that focuses on supporting and caring for people in difficult life situations, particularly the homeless, those suffering from addiction, mentally impaired individuals, and lonely people. The core activities include: * Catching: emergency shelters, street work, street veterinarian, emergency shelters, and food distribution * Caring: specialized hospital, pastoral care, street church, social counseling, and street café * Further helping: rehabilitation center, addiction-tolerant housing, emergency housing, and food distribution The company thus offers a wide range of services to support and integrate people in need.

Hof Regaboga 

Neukirch (Egnach) · Since 2010

Hof Regaboga is an animal sanctuary that provides homes for animals of various species and operates a dog boarding service. The organisation offers day and holiday care for dogs, facilitates animal sponsorships and placements, and is supported by donations.

Stiftung Hof Regaboga Egnach 

Neukirch (Egnach) · Since 2025

Stiftung Hof Regaboga Egnach operates an animal sanctuary that provides homes for animals of various species, including relinquished, elderly or medically vulnerable animals. The foundation also runs a dog boarding facility, offers animal sponsorships, facilitates adoptions and accepts donations to support its activities.

Fondation des Officiers de l'Armée Suisse 

Pully · Since 2012

Fondation des Officiers de l'Armée Suisse manages the Verte Rive property and the Centre Général Guisan, offers hire of event spaces (halls, pavilion, park) for meetings and receptions, and maintains a museum exhibiting General Henri Guisan’s office, furnishings and memorabilia that is open to group visits by appointment.

Fondation PARTAGE 

Plan-Les-Ouates · Since 2016

Fondation PARTAGE collects and sorts surplus food from commercial food businesses and distributes it free of charge to partner institutions that provide food assistance to people in need. The organisation works to reduce food waste and supports social and professional reintegration through dedicated programmes.

Fondazione CASA ASTRA 

Mendrisio · Since 2014

Fondazione CASA ASTRA is a first-reception centre that assists people with housing problems and those experiencing homelessness, providing communal accommodation, immediate aid and support in finding housing and accessing local social and health services.

MissionPlus 

Thun · Since 2024

MissionPlus is a free church offering regular worship services and livestreams as well as programs for children, youth, families and adults. Its activities include small groups, courses and events, pastoral care, community and international engagement, and facility rentals.

CARITAS beider Basel 

Basel · Since 1973

The company's core activity is the social support and counseling of people in need, particularly refugees, asylum seekers, the poor and the needy. This includes services such as counseling, education, integration, emergency aid, food aid, emergency shelter, clothing distribution, interpreting services, sewing workshop, evictions, repair cafes, restaurants, upcycling workshop, bicycle services, bicycle rental, bicycle workshop, laundry and prevention. The company also offers specific services such as legal counseling, social counseling, debt counseling, administrative support and support in the field of housing.

AVC / ACP 

Safnern · Since 2015

The company's core activity is humanitarian aid and development cooperation, particularly in the areas of: emergency relief and disaster response, education and health, water and nutrition, and shelter and housing. The company operates worldwide, especially in Eastern European and Asian countries, and cooperates with local partners to provide efficient and targeted aid. It is also committed to promoting human rights and supporting persecuted Christians.

Stiftung ElfenauPark 

Bern · Since 1996

Stiftung ElfenauPark rents age-appropriate apartments and provides a range of services and in‑home care; it also operates a public restaurant and organises a programme of concerts and exhibitions.

HOPE Christliches Sozialwerk 

Baden · Since 2018

The core activity of HOPE Christliches Sozialwerk is to provide social services and offers for people in need, particularly in the following areas: Meeting: Creating spaces for community and social contact; Caring: Counseling, crisis intervention, administrative support and accompaniment; Employing: Meaningful employment opportunities for people who are not integrated into the labor market; Sheltering: Care and support for people in complex life situations, including homelessness. The company aims to maintain or improve the quality of life of individuals through personality development, promotion of social competence, strengthening of personal resources, integration and coping with everyday life.

Stiftung KLuG 

Zug · Since 2005

Stiftung KLuG is a health insurer that offers mandatory basic health insurance and supplementary insurance and processes claims. The board has applied to the Federal Office of Public Health for a declaration of insolvency and withdrawal of its licence effective 01.01.2026; KLuG will no longer offer mandatory health insurance from 2026.

Franklin Svizzera 

Sorengo · Since 1970

The company's core activity is the education and training of students in the field of management, particularly in the areas of luxury management, sustainability, and international management. The company offers courses, workshops, and other educational programs to prepare students for a career in business. There is no indication of any production or service activity beyond education.

Fondazione Croce Verde Bellinzona 

Bellinzona · Since 1995

Fondazione Croce Verde Bellinzona provides ambulance and pre-hospital emergency services, including coordination via the 144 alarm centre. The organisation also operates a telesoccorso (telecare) service, offers first-aid and professional training, and carries out activities with both volunteer and professional staff.

Stipendien-Stiftung der Freien Schule Zürich 

Zurich · Since 1989

Stipendien-Stiftung der Freien Schule Zürich reviews applications for tuition reduction and provides financial assistance to students with demonstrated need. For upper-secondary (Sek II) students, a scholarship application must first be submitted to the cantonal stipend office and a copy included with any application to the foundation; information is handled confidentially.

Caritas Fribourg 

Fribourg · Since 2023

The core activity of Caritas Fribourg is to provide social and legal support services to people in need, including: * Counselling and support in the areas of social welfare, law and finance * Assistance with the integration of migrants and refugees * Support in finding employment and training * Provision of food and other basic necessities through the Epicerie Caritas * Offering courses and workshops to promote skills and knowledge * Support for families and individuals in difficult life situations * Offering helper services such as transportation, visiting services and household assistance The company is also committed to combating poverty and promoting social justice in the Fribourg region.

Fondation Pro Senectute Genève - Carouge 

Carouge Ge · Since 2021

Fondation Pro Senectute Genève - Carouge provides social counselling and a range of services for older adults, including administrative support, health and legal advice, recreational activities, training courses and day centres.

Schweizerische Stiftung Pro Mente Sana 

Zurich · Since 1978

The company's core activity is to support and promote mental health in Switzerland. The company offers counseling services, self-help groups and other services for people with mental health problems, their relatives and professionals. It is also involved in political and social activities to strengthen mental health in Switzerland.