Associations & Interest Groups

Katholische Kirchenstiftung Gossau ZH 

Gossau Zh · Since 2019

The company's core activity is religious care and pastoral care, including the conduct of church services, sacraments (baptism, first communion, confirmation, marriage) and other religious ceremonies, as well as providing educational and meeting opportunities for children, young people and adults.

Katholische Kirchenstiftung Eglisau 

Eglisau · Since 2023

The company's core activity is the organization and implementation of religious and social activities as part of a Catholic parish, including worship services, sacraments, pastoral care, religious education, missions, and social services for children, young people, families, and adults.

Katholische Kirchenstiftung St. Georg Elgg 

Elgg · Since 2024

The company's core activity is the organization and implementation of religious and social activities, particularly in the area of the Catholic Church. This includes church services, youth and senior work, adult education, music and literature meetings, as well as social events such as Christmas celebrations and outings. It is a parish or church community that takes care of the spiritual and social needs of its members.

Katholische Pfarrkirchenstiftung Bauma/ZH 

Bauma · Since 2020

Katholische Pfarrkirchenstiftung Bauma/ZH is the foundation responsible for the local Catholic parish, managing parish operations and church buildings; it organizes worship services, pastoral care, religious education and community events.

Pfarrkirchenstiftung Reichenburg 

Reichenburg · Since 2020

The company's core activity is the practice and promotion of the Catholic faith and the organization of church activities, events and services for community members. This includes worship services, educational programs, charitable activities, social life and the preservation of traditions and liturgy.

Römisch-Katholische Kirchenstiftung Bäretswil/ZH 

Bäretswil · Since 2019

Römisch-Katholische Kirchenstiftung Bäretswil/ZH is a church foundation that provides pastoral care and organises worship services, religious education and parish events within the local Roman Catholic parish.

Schweizer Baumuster-Centrale Genossenschaft 

Zurich · Since 1937

The company's core activity is the operation of a materials collection and exhibition for the construction industry, including the provision of sample lending, guided tours, room rental and events such as lectures and exhibitions. The company serves as a knowledge and discussion forum for all stakeholders in the construction industry.

Schweizer Milchproduzenten SMP Genossenschaft 

Bern · Since 1943

Schweizer Milchproduzenten SMP Genossenschaft represents the interests of Swiss milk producers and their local and regional organisations at the societal and economic-policy level. The organisation also provides services and information related to the milk market, milk price monitoring and support for agriculture-related customers.

Stiftung Impact Bethanien 

Zurich · Since 2013

Stiftung Impact Bethanien raises financial resources to enable women with severe eating disorders to access stays at the therapeutic residential programme TheWo Bethanien when they cannot fully fund the treatment themselves. The foundation relies on donations and fundraising and may expand its remit to other social projects.

Stiftung Retraitenhaus Sonnenhof 

Gelterkinden · Since 2021

The core activity of the company 'Sonnenehof' is the promotion of spirituality, community and unity through the creation of a place of silence and prayer. The company offers accommodations and programs for individual guests and groups to support people seeking spiritual deepening and community. It is a kind of monastery or spiritual center that brings people from different backgrounds together to pray, meditate and exchange together.

Stiftung SBS Schweizerische Bibliothek für Blinde, Seh- und Lesebehinderte 

Zurich · Since 2009

Stiftung SBS Schweizerische Bibliothek für Blinde, Seh- und Lesebehinderte is a specialist library with in-house production that makes books, music scores, films and games accessible to blind, visually and reading-impaired people. The organisation lends and sells audiobooks, braille and large-print books, e-books and text-audio books, and provides production services such as conversion of teaching materials, audio productions and braille/tactile productions.

Stiftung Schweiz ForAfrika 

Zurich · Since 2008

The core activity of ForAfrika is the development and implementation of projects to combat poverty and promote sustainable development in African countries, particularly through supporting local communities in the areas of nutrition, education, agriculture, water and emergency aid, with the goal of empowering people to become self-sufficient and building a better future for them and their families.

Stiftung Wydehöfli 

Arlesheim · Since 2022

Stiftung Wydehöfli is a residential home and workshop for people with disabilities that provides supported living and work-oriented day programmes in areas such as kitchen, housekeeping, garden and craft workshops. The organisation also operates a café and a shop, sells products made in its workshops, and provides individual support to promote residents' participation and independence.

Amicitia-Haus AG 

St. Gallen · Since 1994

The core activity of AV Amicitia is the organization and implementation of student and academic events, activities and events, particularly for students and alumni of the University of St. Gallen (HSG). As a student association, it offers social and societal activities, such as regular meetings, parties, sports events and cultural events.

Association Morija 

Bouveret · Since 1979

The core activity of Morija is humanitarian aid and development cooperation, particularly in the areas of: Nutrition and Health, Education, Water, Sanitation and Hygiene, Rural Development, and Humanitarian Aid. The company supports projects in various countries, especially in Burkina Faso and Chad, and offers different ways of support, such as donations, sponsorships, and volunteer work.

Association vaudoise des organisations privées pour personnes en difficulté - AVOP 

Le Mont-Sur-Lausanne · Since 2025

The core activity of AVOP (Association vaudoise des organismes privés pour personnes en difficulté) is to support and represent private organizations that help people in difficult situations. This includes providing information, training and resources to member organizations, organizing events and representing the interests of members to authorities and other stakeholders.

Asyl Berner Oberland 

Thun · Since 2018

The core activity of the company 'Asyl Berner Oberland' is the care and integration of asylum seekers and refugees in the Bernese Oberland. This includes providing housing, promoting linguistic and professional integration, and supporting social integration. The company operates on a non-profit basis and uses its resources efficiently and purposefully for integration.

BewegungPlus Dietikon 

Dietikon · Since 1995

The core activity of the company 'BewegungPlus Dietikon' is the organization and implementation of religious events, particularly worship services, as well as the care and counseling of community members. The company also offers youth programs, workshops, and other community-related activities. It is a Christian community or church that focuses on spiritual support and community building.

Bruder-Klausen-Stiftung 

Sachseln · Since 2020

The company's core activity is the promotion and management of pilgrimage sites and the provision of spiritual services, particularly in connection with Brother Klaus and Dorothee Wyss. This includes the organization of church services, guided tours, pilgrimages and other offers, as well as the support of pilgrims and interested parties.

CH-Ortho 

Neuchâtel · Since 2016

CH-Ortho is a practice exclusively dedicated to orthodontics, providing treatments for children and adults. Services include removable and fixed appliances, the lingual technique (Win), clear aligners (Invisalign) and the use of a CO2 laser for mucogingival procedures.

CIDESCO GmbH 

Zurich · Since 2023

CIDESCO GmbH is an international professional organisation that develops and administers standards and qualifications for beauty, wellness and spa therapy. It provides the CIDESCO International qualification, accredits schools, salons and spas, and offers examinations, CPD courses and professional guidance.

CIDESCO, Comité International d'Esthétique et de Cosmétologie 

Zurich · Since 1970

CIDESCO, Comité International d'Esthétique et de Cosmétologie is an international professional organisation for beauty, wellness and spa therapy that defines training standards and awards the CIDESCO International qualification. The organisation accredits schools, salons and spas, offers CPD courses and publishes the International LINK magazine.

Diakonie Chrischona Brugg 

Brugg Ag · Since 2022

The company's core activity is the practice and dissemination of the evangelical faith, as well as the promotion of relationships between people and with God. It is a free evangelical church that focuses on the proclamation of the Christian faith and community care.

Fédération Internationale de Hockey 

Lausanne · Since 1987

The company's core activity is the promotion, organization and management of hockey sports at an international level. This includes the implementation of international tournaments and competitions, such as the FIH Hockey World Cup, the FIH Hockey Pro League and the Olympic Games, as well as the development of rules and standards for hockey sports. The company also serves as an umbrella organization for national hockey associations and provides support and resources for the development of hockey sports worldwide.

Fondation des Amis du Levant 

Lausanne · Since 1991

Fondation des Amis du Levant provides services in the fields of addiction, psychiatry, healthcare, housing and socio‑professional reintegration. The organisation operates a socio‑educational establishment, several psychosocial medicalized facilities, an outpatient consultation service (CAP), a home‑care organisation (SAMSA) and Housing First apartments.

Fondation du Levant 

Lausanne · Since 1988

The core activity of the Fondation du Levant is to provide services and support offers for people with addiction problems, mental illnesses and other social challenges. The organization offers various programs and facilities, including: Treatment and care for addiction problems, Psychiatry and psychiatric care, Social integration and support for reintegration into society, Housing offers and support for housing search, Counseling and support for job search and professional integration. The Fondation du Levant provides these services in various facilities and programs, including La Picholette, CASA, Soleil Levant, Housing First, OSAD and Foyer des Lys.

Rigi Kirche 

Rotkreuz · Since 1982

The company's core activity is the promotion and nurturing of Christian discipleship and community through the organization of worship services, sermons, prayers, baptisms, and other religious events. The company also operates a meeting center used for training, education, and meetings.

Gipser- und Malergenossenschaft Zürich und Umgebung 

Unterengstringen · Since 1909

Gipser- und Malergenossenschaft Zürich und Umgebung provides plastering and painting services for new construction, renovation and refurbishment, including wet plasters, drywall, stucco, facade coatings, decorative painting, wallpapering and mold treatment.

Islamische Gemeinschaft in der deutschsprachigen Schweiz 

Zurich · Since 1976

Islamische Gemeinschaft in der deutschsprachigen Schweiz provides pastoral services and organizes ritual practices such as the five daily prayers, Friday and festival prayers and Ramadan services. It runs Hajj and Umrah preparation courses, distributes Islamic literature, produces prayer time schedules, and organizes educational and social activities for community members.

Katholische Pfarrkirchenstiftung Hinwil/ZH 

Hinwil · Since 2019

The company's core activity is the exercise of religious and social services as part of a Catholic parish. This includes worship services, pastoral care, education, social commitment and charitable activities, such as visitation groups, service in nursing homes and social assistance.

Limmat Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 1972

The company's core activity is philanthropy and wealth management. The Limmat Foundation is an umbrella foundation that focuses on supporting projects and organizations that promote education and responsible communities. It offers services such as project management, wealth management and philanthropy consulting, enabling donors to effectively utilize their donations and assets to drive positive change.

MPW Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 2001

MPW Stiftung provides organisations and leaders with psychology-based advisory and HR services, notably assessment, coaching and career support, as well as training and development focused on talent identification and development.

Overall Genossenschaft für integriertes Arbeiten 

Basel · Since 1978

Overall Genossenschaft für integriertes Arbeiten offers services for labour-market integration, including assessment, qualification, coaching, and job placement. The organisation operates integrated workplaces in its own business units (such as painting, catering, housekeeping, and a building-materials exchange) and provides training courses and placement services for companies.

Pfarrkirchenstiftung Ibach in der Pfarrei Ibach/SZ 

Ibach · Since 2020

Pfarrkirchenstiftung Ibach in der Pfarrei Ibach/SZ is a parish foundation; the parish website lists its board members and provides a contact person. The listed contact is Teodor Nicolae Mada (SSR coordinator / parish contact for Ibach) with address and contact details.

Rectorat catholique de Notre-Dame des Marches, Broc 

Broc · Since 2021

The company's core activity is the organization and implementation of religious events, pilgrimages and other activities related to the Notre-Dame des Marches chapel in Broc, Switzerland. The company also provides catering services, such as support meals, and collects donations to support the chapel and its activities.

Redeemer Grace Association 

Versoix · Since 2020

The core activity of the company 'Redeemer Grace Geneva' is the organization and implementation of religious activities, particularly Christian worship services, community work and youth work, with the aim of reaching people in the Geneva region and changing their lives through faith in Jesus Christ.

SEG-Zürich/Basel, mit Sitz in Sursee LU Genossenschaft 

Sursee · Since 1990

SEG-Zürich/Basel, mit Sitz in Sursee LU Genossenschaft is a trading cooperative in the egg sector that collects eggs from producers, inspects, sorts and packs them for retail. Its product range includes fresh eggs from organic, free-range and barn systems, as well as cooked and colored eggs (including so-called "graffiti" eggs).

Spittler-Stiftung 

Bettingen · Since 2001

Sterbehospiz Solothurn 

Derendingen · Since 2017

The company's core activity is palliative care and accompaniment of patients in their final phase of life, including professional nursing, medicine, spiritual care and voluntary staff. The company offers a hospice where patients and their families receive comprehensive support and accompaniment.

Stiftung der Haus- und Gemeindekrankenpflege Gundeldingen/Bruderholz in Basel 

Basel · Since 1996

Stiftung der Haus- und Gemeindekrankenpflege Gundeldingen/Bruderholz in Basel provides home care and support services for people of all ages. Services include nursing, household assistance, social support, coordination and an emergency service (Spitexpress), as well as specialised areas such as dementia care, palliative and wound care, and child Spitex.

Stiftung für Lehre und Forschung in der Pharmazie 

Liebefeld · Since 2012

Stiftung Gesetzlicher Garantiefonds der Schweizer Reisebranche 

Zurich · Since 1994

The company's core activity is the management of a guarantee fund for the Swiss travel industry, which protects consumers in the event of travel accidents or cancellations and provides them with financial support if needed.

Stiftung Islamische Gemeinschaft Zürich 

Zurich · Since 1994

Stiftung Islamische Gemeinschaft Zürich organises and operates Muslim community activities, including prayer services, Friday sermons, religious education and social support services.

Stiftung OVERALL 

Basel · Since 2004

Stiftung OVERALL supports people facing challenging employment situations in their professional and social integration. It provides work training, qualification courses, coaching and job‑placement services, and operates businesses (including painting, housekeeping, gastronomy and a building‑materials exchange) that create integration workplaces and offer services to companies and private clients.

Stiftung zur Erhaltung und Förderung des traditionellen Handwerks 

Bauma · Since 1996

Stiftung zur Erhaltung und Förderung des traditionellen Handwerks supports and promotes traditional crafts by funding projects, backing exhibitions and providing education and training programmes. The foundation operates the Course Centre for Weaving and Textile Design (GtG) in Bauma and supports skills transmission, development and training in techniques such as weaving, embroidery and filochieren.

SwissPropTech GmbH 

Kyburg · Since 2018

SwissPropTech GmbH is an independent innovation network for the Swiss real estate and construction industry that promotes digital transformation. It supports PropTech startups and companies in market development and operates membership and partner programmes, events, research and a member database.

Trägerverein Culinarium 

Salez · Since 2004

Trägerverein Culinarium promotes regional food, connects producers, restaurants and retailers, and administers the CULINARIUM regio.garantie seal to verify origin and production criteria. The association runs campaigns, events and marketing services for partner businesses and uses independent, accredited certification and control processes.

Verein der Indochina-Buddhisten in der Schweiz 

Nebikon · Since 1994

The company's core activity is the promotion and practice of Buddhism in Switzerland, particularly through the Pagode Viên Minh in Nebikon/LU. The activities include religious events, meditation, prayers, courses and seminars, as well as the support and promotion of Buddhist communities in Switzerland.

Vereinigte Bibelgruppen in Schule, Universität, Beruf 

Zurich · Since 1957

Vereinigte Bibelgruppen in Schule, Universität, Beruf is a Christian movement for secondary pupils, university students and professionals that brings together faith and academic reflection through groups, camps and courses. The organisation runs group meetings, retreats (Campo Rasa, Casa Moscia), publishes study materials and supports projects and events.

VISIT Glarnerland AG 

Schwanden Gl · Since 2018

VISIT Glarnerland AG is a tourism organisation that provides visitor information, lists events and offers booking and guest services for accommodation and leisure activities.