Associations & Interest Groups

Verein zur Förderung der Neuapostolischen Kirche in der Demokratischen Republik Kongo 

Zurich · Since 2006

VSAT - Verein Schweizer Auslandtierschutz 

Märwil · Since 2020

The company's core activity is animal welfare, specifically the rescue, medical care and placement of dogs and cats from Romania to Switzerland, as well as the operation of a sanctuary and life farm in Romania.

focusC 

Chur · Since 1983

The company's core activity is Christian community work and mission, particularly the dissemination of the message of Jesus Christ through worship services, community groups, social engagement and youth work.

Fondation des Amis de l'enfant c'est la vie 

Boudry · Since 1999

The core activity of the company "L'enfant c'est la vie" is the care and support of children and adolescents in various age groups (0-18 years) through different facilities and services, such as boarding schools, foyers, holiday homes, family units, meeting points, emergency reception groups (GAU) and others. These facilities provide accommodation, care, education and therapeutic support for children and adolescents who require support due to conflicts, neglect or other problems.

Fondation Plate-Forme Jeunesse 

Bex · Since 2024

Fondation Saint-Martin 

Cottens Fr · Since 1987

Fondation Saint-Martin is a foundation that welcomes and supports children facing difficult life situations through pedagogical and social care. The foundation operates several residential and care services (Maison des Avants, Maison de Belmont, Le Chalet, La Maise), provides intensive family support as an alternative to placement (AIAP), organises supervised parent–child contacts (EPRA) and coordinates foster family arrangements.

Fondation St. Martin 

Blonay · Since 2006

The core activity of Fondation St-Martin is the care and support of people in various facilities, such as La Maison des Avants, La Maison de Belmont, Le Chalet and La Maise. The foundation offers concepts for accompaniment and support, such as the accompaniment concept, and works with families and partners to ensure comprehensive support. The foundation also offers opportunities for families to engage as host families and provides information on the admission and placement of people in their facilities.

Fonds Jean-Charles Scholder 

Lausanne · Since 1960

Genossenschaft Sennerei Sufers 

Sufers · Since 2016

The core activity of Sennerei Sufers is the processing of cow, goat and sheep milk into organic cheese products, particularly the production of various cheese varieties such as Sufner Bergkäse, Crestawaldkäse, Geiss-Ziger and sheep cheese.

GGG Gesellschaft für das Gute und Gemeinnützige Basel 

Basel · Since 1916

GGG Gesellschaft für das Gute und Gemeinnützige Basel is a non-profit association that supports projects in the fields of education, social services and culture through twelve affiliated organizations and a network of patronage organizations, and that administers funding for community initiatives. It also provides services such as volunteer coordination, tax advice and programmatic activities to support civic and cultural engagement.

GGG Stiftung für das Gesundheitswesen 

Basel · Since 1988

International Security Association - ISA 

Rietheim · Since 2017

The core activity of International Security Association (ISA) is research, development, education and support in the field of global security, particularly in the areas of Private Security Industry, Homeland Security, National Security and Law Enforcement. The company focuses on improving security and reducing crime, homelessness and unemployment by developing programs and solutions that range from rehabilitation of ex-offenders to support for law enforcement agencies.

Katholische Kirchenstiftung St. Anna, Opfikon-Glattbrugg 

Glattbrugg · Since 2019

The core activity of the company is the practice and promotion of the Christian faith, particularly through worship services, religious education, youth and adult work, pastoral care and community life.

Kaufmännischer Verband Zürich 

Zurich · Since 1979

Kaufmännischer Verband Zürich is an employees' association that represents members' interests in labour, education and economic policy. It provides counselling services (youth, career, salary and legal), organises events and publications, and acts as an operator and stakeholder in vocational education, including the Wirtschaftsschule KV Zürich.

Landwaisenhaus Basel 

Basel · Since 1916

Robert Fuchs-Stiftung 

Schindellegi · Since 2007

Robert Fuchs-Stiftung supports the financing and implementation of small hydropower plants and the support of religious, social and educational institutions. The website describes projects in Tanzania, including the construction and operation of a hydropower plant for the St. Agnes convent in Chipole carried out with local partners.

Schweizerisches Arbeiterhilfswerk SAH Schaffhausen 

Schaffhausen · Since 2005

Schweizerisches Arbeiterhilfswerk SAH Schaffhausen is a non-profit organisation active in integration and migration, offering services such as German language courses, vocational integration and interpreting.

Schweizerische Vereinigung integriert produzierender Bauern und Bäuerinnen (IP-SUISSE) 

Zollikofen · Since 2002

IP-SUISSE is an association that promotes sustainable agriculture and food production. The company's core activity is to define requirements and guidelines for environmentally friendly and fair food production and to ensure their compliance through independent controls. The goal is to offer products with high ecological added value and fair prices to consumers.

Società Mastri Macellai e Salumieri società cooperativa 

Bironico · Since 1983

The company "Centro Macellai" is a centre for the purchase and distribution of meat and sausage products for butchers in the canton of Ticino and Mesolcina. It offers over 4,000 items and represents a central purchasing point for the affiliated butchers. The core activity of the company consists of supplying butchers with meat and sausage products as well as offering services such as a Servizio a domicilio (home delivery).

Stiftung Chance 

Glattbrugg · Since 1995

Stiftung Chance is a federal foundation for vocational integration that supports jobseekers with modular programmes to enter the labour market. It delivers services including job coaching, practical placements and placement with partner companies, and operates workshop and building-component reuse services linked to circular-economy projects.

Arcondis Stiftung 

Allschwil · Since 2017

Arcondis Stiftung is the foundation that owns the Arcondis Group and whose purpose is to ensure the group's sustainable development and to allocate portions of its income to social-impact initiatives. It involves stakeholder groups in ownership-level decisions and supports measures to safeguard employment within the group.

Association "Epicerie de Lonay" 

Lonay · Since 2008

The core activity of the company "L'Épicerie de Lonay" is the operation of a food store or shopping venue selling various products. The company also appears to have a strong social component, as it is run by an association and focuses on supporting the local community.

AVIA Vereinigung unabhängiger Schweizer Importeure und Anbieter von Energieprodukten, Genossenschaft 

Zurich · Since 1932

The core activity of KÜNG AG BERN is the trade in mineral oil products, particularly in the operation of a network of around 60 AVIA petrol stations, as well as in the trade of heating oil and lubricants.

Biovision - Stiftung für ökologische Entwicklung 

Zurich · Since 2004

Biovision - Stiftung für ökologische Entwicklung promotes sustainable food systems by supporting agroecological approaches, applied projects and research. The foundation works with local partners, engages in policy advocacy and knowledge sharing, and supports the development of socially and environmentally responsible value chains.

diabètevaud 

Lausanne · Since 2016

The core activity of the company "diabètevaud" is to support and promote people with diabetes, as well as to prevent and raise awareness about diabetes. The company offers various services, such as counseling, education, research and support for people with diabetes, as well as for healthcare professionals. It also advocates for the interests of people with diabetes and promotes collaboration between patients, professionals and other stakeholders in the healthcare sector.

Dr. Stephan à Porta - Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 1945

Dr. Stephan à Porta - Stiftung manages its own property portfolio and rents housing at favourable conditions to generate funds for its grant-making. The foundation uses these funds to support charitable and non-profit organisations while combining donor activity with operational property management.

Fondation EJMA Live 

Lausanne · Since 2024

Fondation EJMA Live is associated with the École de Jazz et de Musique Actuelle (EJMA) and provides instruction in jazz and contemporary music for children, young people and adults. Services include individual and group lessons, a Pre-HEM preparatory stream, workshops, a media library, event programming and room rental.

Fondazione Giorgio Varini 

Orselina · Since 1968

The company's core activity is the medical care and nursing of patients in various areas, including: acute care (Reparto Acuto di Minore Intensità), palliative care (Cure Palliative Specializzate), long-term care (Casa Anziani e Cure Palliative Geriatriche), rehabilitation (Foyer invalidi), and outpatient care and therapy (Servizi ambulatoriali). The company also offers specialized services such as physiotherapy and temporary accommodation (Soggiorno temporaneo) for the elderly. The Clinica Fondazione Varini is a private, non-profit healthcare center specializing in the care and treatment of patients with various health problems, particularly in the areas of palliative care and long-term care.

Kaplaneipfrundstiftung Tuggen 

Tuggen · Since 2020

The company's core activity is the exercise and promotion of the Roman Catholic faith, including the conduct of worship services, sacraments and other religious activities, as well as the care and support of community members in spiritual and social matters.

Schweizerischer Ingenieur- und Architektenverein (SIA) 

Zurich · Since 1948

Schweizerischer Ingenieur- und Architektenverein (SIA) is the professional association for qualified specialists in civil engineering, architecture, technology and the environment. The SIA maintains and develops the SIA standards, provides legal counselling and continuing education (SIA inForm), offers programme review and publishes guidance, organises events and operates an online shop for standards.

Stiftung Frauenkloster Eschenbach 

Eschenbach Lu · Since 2018

The company 'Stiftung Frauenkloster Eschenbach' is a religious institution operating as a Cistercian nunnery. The core activity of the company consists of the care and management of the monastery, including spiritual and cultural activities such as church services, prayers and the preservation of cultural assets. Additionally, the monastery also operates a shop selling products such as pictures, cards, monastery tea, candles, vestments and monastery liqueur.

Stiftung Kinderfreundeheim Mösli 

Zurich · Since 1993

Mösli is a children's friendly home operating as a non-profit organization. The company's core activity is the rental and management of a house as a recreational facility for children and young families. The company also offers events and activities and is supported by the Friends of Mösli.

Verein BioVision 

Zurich · Since 1999

Verein BioVision promotes sustainable food systems and ecological development through projects, educational programmes, public outreach and policy engagement, with a focus on agroecology, market development and knowledge transfer.

WASSER FÜR WASSER - WFW 

Lucerne · Since 2024

The core activity of the company 'Wasser für Wasser' (WfW) is to promote sustainable water consumption and support projects that improve access to clean water and sanitation facilities in disadvantaged areas. This includes: * Promoting tap water consumption in Switzerland and supporting companies that advocate for sustainable water consumption. * Implementing projects in Africa to improve water supply and sanitation facilities in schools and communities. * Raising awareness about the importance of water and promoting education for sustainable development. * Supporting local partner organizations in implementing projects to improve water supply and sanitation facilities. The company is committed to a fair and sustainable use of water and aims to contribute to solving water crises and improving living conditions in disadvantaged areas through its activities.

Association Fri Up 

Fribourg · Since 2008

The core activity of Fri Up is to support and advise founders and start-ups in the creation and development of companies in the canton of Fribourg, Switzerland. This includes providing workshops, coaching, networking events and individual consulting sessions to help founders overcome challenges and successfully establish their businesses.

BodenSchweiz, Verband Bodenbelagsfachgeschäfte 

Oberentfelden · Since 2019

The core activity of BodenSchweiz is the representation and promotion of the interests of the Swiss flooring industry, particularly specialist stores for linoleum, special floor coverings, carpets and parquet. This includes services such as consulting, expertise, further education and the publication of trade journals. The association also offers specific services such as asbestos analysis, PVC recycling and an AHV fund.

Careum Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 1917

Careum Stiftung promotes and imparts practice-relevant knowledge and skills in the health sector. It provides vocational and higher vocational education, degree programmes at a university of applied sciences, continuing education, applied research, a publishing unit and event/room services.

City-Vereinigung Junge Altstadt Genossenschaft 

Winterthur · Since 1973

The company's core activity is the promotion and support of retail, gastronomy and services in the old town of Winterthur. This includes organizing events, managing a gift card, supporting business owners in finding rental spaces, and representing the interests of members to the city, politics and other associations.

David Pflugi Stiftung 

Laufen · Since 2022

David Pflugi Stiftung is associated with artist David Pflugi and the Fusion Factory, presenting his Fusionism artworks. The foundation is involved in exhibitions, private tours, open studio events and venue bookings related to Fusionism projects.

economiesuisse 

Zurich · Since 2004

economiesuisse is the umbrella organisation for the Swiss business sector, representing competition-oriented and internationally networked companies. It advocates for policy framework conditions for the business community, takes part in referendums and public debates, and provides members with services and networking opportunities.

Federazione Pompieri Ticino (FPT) 

Bellinzona · Since 2002

Federazione Pompieri Ticino (FPT) is an association that supports fire brigades by coordinating training, operational matters and technical guidance. The FPT publishes legal bases and activity reports, provides manuals and information on CECAL 118, and offers an online shop for fire-service equipment.

Fondation Coliseum 

Villars-Sur-Glâne · Since 2017

Fondation Coliseum develops and manages real estate projects with a focus on land acquisition, project development, property management and facility services. Its offerings include architecture, property administration (régie), facility management and fiduciary/accounting services for residential, commercial and mixed-use projects.

FONDATION DE LA COMMUNAUTE L'ABRI 

Huémoz · Since 2021

The core activity of Swiss L'Abri is to provide a platform for people to discuss and explore questions and problems related to God and faith. It is a kind of study and community center that brings together people from different backgrounds and nationalities to seek truth together and engage with topics such as apologetics, art, culture, and community life.

Fondation MalleyPrairie 

Lausanne · Since 1985

The core activity of the company "Maison de la Créativité" is to promote creativity and education in children through the organization of workshops, exhibitions and other activities that enable children to express and develop their creativity. The company also provides facilities for families and professional institutions to support children in their development.

Gönnerverein Pro Senectute Kanton Luzern 

Lucerne · Since 2005

Gönnerverein Pro Senectute Kanton Luzern offers members, for an annual fee of 66 Franken, exclusive shopping discounts and supports the work of Pro Senectute Kanton Luzern. Members receive discounts at about 150 shops and businesses.

Katholische Kirchenstiftung Stammheim-Andelfingen 

Kleinandelfingen · Since 2020

The company's core activity is pastoral care and the organization of church events and services, particularly in the areas of baptism, first communion, confirmation, marriage, anointing of the sick and funerals, as well as the conduct of worship services and religious education.

Personalfürsorgestiftung der E. Bruderer-Maschinenfabrik AG 

Frasnacht · Since 1960

Personalfürsorgestiftung der Firma Mägerle AG Maschinenfabrik 

Fehraltorf · Since 1948

Pro Juventute 

Zurich · Since 1913

The core activity of Pro Juventute is to support and promote children, adolescents and young adults in Switzerland. This includes in particular: * Counselling and accompaniment of children, adolescents and parents in various life situations and challenges * Promoting self-determined and responsible growth through various programs and offers * Supporting families in coping with crises and challenges * Promoting media literacy and protection from dangers in the digital world * Supporting the transition from school to professional life * Guiding and promoting leisure and holiday activities for children and adolescents The company also offers a helpline (147) for children and adolescents who need support with questions and in emergency situations.

Pro Senectute Kanton Luzern 

Lucerne · Since 1997

Pro Senectute Kanton Luzern provides advice and practical support for older adults, including financial, pension, legal and housing counselling as well as administrative services such as tax-return assistance. The organisation also organises leisure, education and sports programmes, coordinates volunteer services, and advises municipalities and institutions on ageing-related projects.