Associations & Interest Groups

Schweizerischer Verband der Direktverkaufsfirmen SVDF 

Basel · Since 1939

The Swiss Association of Direct Sales Companies (SVDF) is an association that advocates for the interests of direct sales companies in Switzerland. The company's core activity is to support its member companies in legal and organizational matters, particularly in the area of direct sales. The association offers legal advice, cooperation partners and a platform for exchanging information and experiences. It also represents the interests of its members vis-à-vis authorities and other organizations.

Schweizerischer Versicherungsverband (SVV) 

Zurich · Since 2006

Schweizerische Stiftung Pro Venezia 

Bern · Since 1972

The core activity of Fondazione Pro Venezia is the restoration of artworks and cultural assets in Venice, particularly those created by Swiss artists and craftsmen. The company selects the works to be restored based on a priority list and works closely with the Soprintendenza. The goal is to preserve and promote Venice's cultural heritage.

Schweizerische Zentrale Fenster und Fassaden 

Olten · Since 2016

The company is a nationwide specialist association for high-quality glass-metal facades, demanding windows and glazing of all kinds up to integral, interactive building envelopes. The core activity consists of representing the industry interests of the member companies, promoting the sale of these products and strengthening the technical competence and competitiveness of the members.

Schweizer Sporthilfe 

Ittigen · Since 1970

The core activity of the company "Schweizer Sporthilfe" is the financial support of Swiss junior and elite athletes in over 80 sports, in order to help them successfully focus on their international careers.

Schweizer Zakatstiftung 

Fribourg · Since 2021

The core activity of the company is the management and distribution of Zakat donations in Switzerland. Zakat is a form of charity in Islam, where a certain percentage of income is donated to those in need. The Swiss Zakat Foundation collects Zakat donations and distributes them to people in need in Switzerland, particularly in the areas of health, law, social work and debt counseling.

Schweizer Zuchtgenossenschaft für Arabische Pferde 

Thürnen · Since 1999

The company's core activity is the breeding and presentation of Arabian horses, particularly the organization of events such as horse shows, events and courses, as well as the promotion and support of breeders and horse owners.

S.F. SAFE SA 

Geneva · Since 2020

The core activity of SF SAFE is to promote safety and security awareness in the community, particularly in San Francisco. This includes services such as: * Security consulting and assessment for private households and businesses * Organizing neighborhood watches and security initiatives * Conducting safety events and campaigns * Advising and supporting the prevention of crime and vandalism * Collaborating with the police and other authorities to improve public safety The company offers these services free of charge and aims to strengthen the community and create a safer environment for all.

SFSKE Schulstipendien für Kinder aus Entwicklungsländern 

Basel · Since 2011

SHIFT360 Foundation 

Cham · Since 2010

SHIFT360 Foundation promotes market-based solutions to address social inequalities in the Greater Mekong Subregion. It runs projects such as the Academy of Culinary Arts Cambodia, offering hospitality training and pathways to employment, and manages scholarship programmes like the Naomi Tami Scholarship Memorial Fund.

simmental24.ch GmbH 

Wangen B. Olten · Since 2016

Smile Ville, Vorobec 

Zurich · Since 2021

The core activity of Smile Ville is to create gift boxes for people affected by cancer, chemotherapy or other illnesses, particularly for children and adolescents. The gift boxes are designed to help those affected better cope with their illness and improve their quality of life.

SOLIDAR SUISSE GENEVE 

Geneva · Since 2015

Sozialstiftung Eggersriet-Grub SG 

Eggersriet · Since 2001

Sri Chinmoy Centre 

Zurich · Since 1979

Stiftung Baukultur 

Gockhausen · Since 1991

Stiftung Baukultur is a foundation focused on conserving and sustainably renovating historic buildings. It provides consulting, project planning, execution and management services, together with assessments, mediation and publications related to historic building restoration and preservation.

Stiftung Blaues Kreuz / MUSUB beider Basel 

Liestal · Since 2014

Stiftung Blaues Kreuz / MUSUB beider Basel provides multicultural counselling and therapy on addiction and related psychosocial issues for affected people and their relatives in several languages. Counselling is confidential and free for residents of the cantons of Basel-Stadt and Basel-Landschaft; some group courses or specific services may require a small fee.

Stiftung Braloba 

Lengnau Be · Since 2018

The core activity of Braloba is the production and distribution of high-quality watch straps made of leather, metal and rubber for the classic watch industry and the growing market of smartwatches.

Stiftung Bruderhaus 

Winterthur · Since 2020

The core activity of endurit - FDP web4you is the creation and maintenance of websites, particularly for political office holders and organizations, as well as the provision of web services.

Stiftung Calcutta Rescue 

Adliswil · Since 2012

The core activity of Calcutta Rescue is to provide humanitarian support and develop projects and programs aimed at improving the lives of the poorest people in Kolkata and West Bengal. The activities include in particular: Medical care and health promotion, Educational programs and schools, Social work and standard of living programs, Research and development of projects to improve living conditions, Handicraft projects and vocational training, Support for people with disabilities. The company focuses on promoting opportunities and improving the living conditions of the poorest people in the region.

Stiftung Capuche 

Basel · Since 2022

The company's core activity is the practice of law, particularly in the areas of criminal law, contract law, labor law and construction contract law. The company provides legal advice and representation and supports clients in various legal matters.

Stiftung des Psychiatriezentrums Münsingen 

Münsingen · Since 2016

Stiftung Diakonie-Rappen 

Aarau · Since 1997

Stiftung Diakonie-Rappen provides one-off financial assistance to people facing acute financial hardship. Residents of the Canton of Aargau can apply via a parish or a professional agency for grants of up to CHF 800 per person or family per year; the foundation is funded by donations and donations are tax-deductible.

Stiftung für Jugend und Freizeit 

Wetzikon Zh · Since 2019

The core activity of the Foundation for Youth and Leisure is the promotion of activity and social competence among young people, in particular through the support of junior development concepts, such as the successful junior development concept of the model flying group Hinwil.

Stiftung für krebskranke Kinder, Regio Basiliensis 

Basel · Since 1988

Stiftung für krebskranke Kinder, Regio Basiliensis provides financial direct aid, psycho-oncological support, funding for research and training, and project-based measures to improve the quality of life of children with cancer and their families. The foundation cooperates closely with the Universitäts-Kinderspital beider Basel (UKBB), offers services such as a free parents’ apartment, and holds ZEWO certification.

Stiftung gegen den Fluglärm 

Zurich · Since 2000

The company's core activity is the promotion of sustainability and reason in air transport, in particular through education on the impact of air transport on the environment and the health of the population, as well as representing the interests of the population to the aviation industry and politics.

Stiftung Giuvenils 

Basel · Since 2018

The company's core activity is the exercise and promotion of religious and social activities within the framework of the Catholic Church, including worship services, pastoral care, missions, donations, volunteer work and social projects.

Stiftung Indienhilfe - Gritli Schmied 

Sion · Since 2005

The company's core activity is humanitarian aid and support for people in need and poverty, particularly in the region of Madhya Pradesh, India. The activities include providing homes, water, medicine, education and sponsorships, with the goal of enabling people to live with dignity and promoting love and respect.

Stiftung Impact Factory 

Basel · Since 2004

Stiftung Job Factories provides coaching for young people during their vocational internships, coordinating practical work placements and individual case management. It enables work experience across Job Factory business areas (for example bike store, furniture assembly, textile printing, sewing, packaging and candles), offers application training and courses in general education, mathematics and languages, and runs the 'Labor 4.0' module to develop technical, social and emotional skills for the digital working environment.

Stiftung Kirchengüter Pfarreien Risch und Rotkreuz 

Rotkreuz · Since 2016

Stiftung Maria Bildstein 

Benken Sg · Since 2019

The company's core activity is the care and management of the pilgrimage site Maria Bildstein, including the organization of church services, the maintenance of facilities and buildings, the sale of candles, devotional items and snacks in the kiosk, as well as the administration of donations and legacies.

Stiftung Mercy Air Switzerland 

St. Gallenkappel · Since 2014

Stiftung NAK-Diakonia 

Zurich · Since 2004

Stiftung NAK-Diakonia supports and initiates targeted social, charitable and humanitarian projects domestically and internationally, focusing on healthcare and care for the elderly, social welfare, and emergency/humanitarian aid. The foundation primarily provides financial contributions to institutions and also implements its own projects.

Stiftung Next Sport Generation 

Oensingen · Since 2013

Stiftung OL SCHWEIZ 

Schinznach Dorf · Since 2019

The core activity of the company "Stiftung OL Schweiz" is the promotion and support of projects and activities in the field of youth sports, particularly in orienteering (OL). The foundation finances itself through donations, grants and the income from its foundation assets, and uses its resources specifically to promote young talent and support training communities.

Stiftung Ordo Laboris 

Zurich · Since 2016

Stiftung Ordo Laboris researches, develops and pilots concepts for modern work processes, work organization and corporate governance in relation to Industry 4.0. It supports studies on human–machine networking, the role of human resources and the integration of migrants, and organises work processes in part through its subsidiaries.

Stiftung PädiVita 

St. Gallen · Since 2014

The core activity of the PädiVita Foundation is to support organizations that promote the healthy development of children and adolescents, as well as to provide and rent a bowling alley for events and events, especially for children and adolescents.

Stiftung Prälatur Opus Dei - Region Schweiz 

Zurich · Since 2017

Stiftung Prälatur Opus Dei - Region Schweiz provides pastoral and spiritual services within the Personal Prelature of Opus Dei, including spiritual direction, educational activities, publications and prayer resources. The website publishes news, meditations and information about educational initiatives and contact options.

Stiftung pro HOPESPIZ 

Merligen · Since 2021

The core activity of the company "HOPESPIZ" is the promotion and support of people in the final stages of life through specialized palliative care and accompaniment. This includes, in particular, the coverage of hospice care costs, the training and further education of nursing professionals, as well as the creation of dignified and pleasant conditions for dying people.

Stiftung PRO NETSTAL 

Netstal · Since 2001

The company operates a shopping center called "Wiggispark" in Netstal, which comprises a variety of shops, service providers, and restaurants. The company's core activity is to provide a comprehensive range of goods and services to the local population and visitors. This includes, among other things, retail, gastronomy, services such as hairdressers, beauty studios, and key services, as well as the rental of commercial space.

Stiftung Pro Stadion St. Gallen 

St. Gallen · Since 2006

Stiftung Pro-Vida 

Lucerne · Since 2009

Stiftung Roger Kessler für das cerebral gelähmte Kind 

Zurich · Since 2011

Stiftung Rosenau 

Ennetbaden · Since 1972

The core activity of the Stiftung Rosenau company consists of the sponsorship and operation of old-age and nursing homes, in particular the old-age and nursing home Rosenau (APH Rosenau), which, however, has been continued by Bethesda Alterszentren AG since the beginning of 2015. The Stiftung Rosenau now focuses on ensuring the pastoral mandate and promoting Catholic teaching and understanding in the field of elderly and nursing care.

Stiftung Schweizer Tafel 

Kerzers · Since 2000

Stiftung Seelenzucker 

Bern · Since 2019

Stiftung Seelenzucker supports disadvantaged children by funding health and education projects. Funded initiatives include free pediatric heart surgeries at Sai Sanjeevani hospitals in India, education programs in West Papua (Child Aid Papua), support for the Allani children’s hospice project and schooling projects in Mustang. Funding comes from donations, a share of proceeds from Patric Pedrazzoli’s remote treatments and net profits from Seelenzucker products.

Stiftung Solidarität mit der Welt (SDW) 

Zurich · Since 1995

The core activity of the company "Solidarität mit der Welt" (SDW) consists of collecting donations from companies, organizations and private individuals in Switzerland to support development projects of the evangelical, Catholic and Christian Catholic aid agencies in developing countries.

Stiftung Terrafina Oberengadin 

La Punt Chamues-Ch · Since 2003

Stiftung Terrafina Oberengadin promotes sustainable development through projects and initiatives focused on building, landscape and nature conservation, energy efficiency and cultural activities.

Stiftung Uitikon 

Uitikon Waldegg · Since 1997

The core activity of the Uitikon Foundation is to provide financial support and promotion to residents of Uitikon in need of assistance, as well as to individuals who have a special connection to the municipality. This includes, among other things, financing training and further education courses, covering the costs of medical treatments, supporting young people, and promoting projects and institutions that benefit those in need.

Stiftung UNIQUEDIRECT 

Malans Gr · Since 2006

Stiftung UNIQUEDIRECT is an independent non-profit foundation that provides direct assistance to children in need in Africa. The foundation operates children’s homes in Cameroon and Tanzania and supports education, nutrition, medical care, sponsorships and local partnerships.