Associations & Interest Groups

Freundes-Dienst 

Biberstein · Since 1966

Freundes-Dienst operates a relief arm and a mission arm and publishes and distributes biblical literature and religious media. The relief work implements charitable projects in developing and crisis-affected countries, including education, healthcare, infrastructure (e.g. wells and sanitation), emergency aid and delivery of relief supplies.

International School of Schaffhausen Foundation 

Schaffhausen · Since 2006

International School of Schaffhausen Foundation is a private day and boarding school offering English-language international education from Nursery/Early Learning through the IB Diploma. Programmes include Early Learning, Primary, Secondary and the IB Diploma, a boarding programme, STEM and outdoor learning, and holiday camps.

Sankt Marien 

Wädenswil · Since 2020

Sankt Marien is a Roman Catholic parish that provides liturgical services, sacraments and pastoral care. Its activities include a diaconia centre with social services and food distribution, religious education, youth and community groups, and regular events.

Schweizerisches Rotes Kreuz Kanton St. Gallen (SRK Kanton St. Gallen) 

St. Gallen · Since 2001

The company SRK Canton St. Gallen is a humanitarian organization that focuses on providing social services and support offers for people in need. The core activities include, among others: * Transportation services and emergency services * Childcare and trauma therapy * Financial bridging assistance and fundraising campaigns * Accompaniment and visiting/companion services * Integration and job integration programs * Counseling and information and counseling centers * Recreational stays and summer camps The company is also committed to volunteer work and offers opportunities for companies and private individuals to engage socially and make donations.

Stiftung Pro Alters- und Pflegezentrum Au 

Steinen · Since 2005

Eglise de Scientology de Lausanne, à Etagnières 

Etagnières · Since 1989

The company's core activity is the dissemination and mediation of the Scientology doctrine and practice through various media and services, including online courses, books, audiobooks, introductory lectures, films, and personal consultations. The company also offers various programs and services aimed at applying Scientology principles in different areas of life, such as education, health, ethics, and human rights.

Fondation vaudoise de probation 

Epalinges · Since 2001

The core activity of the Fondation Vaudoise de Probation (FVP) consists of providing support and assistance to individuals who have come into contact with the criminal justice system, particularly in the prevention of recidivism and the promotion of social integration. This includes, among other things: * Working with individuals in detention and in open custody * Conducting workshops and other activities to support rehabilitation * Facilitating visits and contacts between detainees and volunteer visitors * Providing financial support to projects that serve rehabilitation purposes The FVP works closely with the justice system and aims to reduce recidivism and promote the social integration of individuals who have come into contact with the criminal justice system.

Les Chambres latines de commerce et d'industrie 

Lausanne · Since 2024

Les Chambres latines de commerce et d'industrie is an association that provides businesses with services such as legal advice, management of social insurance funds, export certification, training and networking events. It also engages in economic-policy work and offers support for innovation and international business development.

Schweizerische Flüchtlingshilfe SFH 

Bern · Since 2013

The core activity of the company 'Swiss Refugee Council (SFH)' is to support and promote refugees in Switzerland. This includes in particular: Refugee legal protection, Advocacy and lobbying for refugee rights, Education and public awareness of refugee issues, Promotion of refugee integration and participation in society, Support for organizations and aid agencies in the field of flight, asylum and integration. The SFH works to create safe and fair conditions for refugees and aims to strengthen their rights and promote their integration into society.

SOS Ticino 

Lugano · Since 2005

The core activity of SOS Ticino is to support and promote social projects and services in the areas of migration, unemployment and social entrepreneurship. The company offers various services, such as consulting, accompaniment and support for migrants, the unemployed and people in social difficulties. It also works with companies to promote integration projects and social initiatives. Furthermore, SOS Ticino also offers interpretation and mediation services to facilitate communication between people of different languages and cultures.

STIFTUNG WIRTSCHAFT UND ÖKOLOGIE SWO 

Schwerzenbach · Since 1982

The core activity of the company 'Stiftung Wirtschaft und Ökologie' encompasses the following areas: * Consulting, planning, implementation and maintenance of projects in the field of sustainable development and ecology * Education and research in the fields of environmental protection, sustainability and ecology * Integration and civil service, including the promotion of integration work and intercultural coexistence * Services in the field of environmental and sustainability consulting * Operation of an educational platform and conduct of courses and workshops The company pursues the goals of sustainable development and ecology and is guided by the goals of the UN and the UN Global Compact.

Fondation AACTS Addiction, Action Communautaire et Travail Social 

Vevey · Since 2024

The company's core activity is the operation of a social center that focuses on supporting and protecting individuals affected by poverty, addiction, and other social difficulties. The center offers an unconditional and benevolent welcome, a space for support and listening, as well as guidance and accompaniment for those affected. It is a low-threshold offer that does not select clients and is aimed at all people in need of help.

Genossenschaft Metzgermeister St. Gallen, Gossau SG 

Gossau Sg

The company's core activity is the wholesale trade in meat and butcher products, as well as the support of butchers through a comprehensive range of products and services. The company operates a butcher center, where it offers a large storage and ordering assortment for the butcher trade.

Verein Konkret 

Nänikon · Since 2014

The core activity of the company "Konkret" is nature conservation, particularly the renaturation of habitats and the promotion of biodiversity. This also includes specific activities such as the construction of wild bee houses, amphibian exit points, school deployments, corporate deployments, mappings, concepts, consulting and the implementation of civilian services.

AVENCHES TOURISME 

Avenches · Since 1970

The core activity of Avenches Tourisme is the promotion and development of tourism in the city of Avenches, including the support of local associations, the organization of events and the promotion of the city as a tourist destination. This also includes the management of infrastructure such as the campsite and the port, as well as the provision of information and services for tourists.

Basler Stiftung für Kirchliche Denkmalpflege 

Basel · Since 1998

Fondation Genevoise pour l'Innovation Technologique FONGIT 

Plan-Les-Ouates · Since 1991

The core activity of FONGIT is to support innovative start-ups and companies in the canton of Geneva by providing them with resources, expertise, funding and networking opportunities to transform their ideas into sustainable businesses. This includes specific services such as targeted coaching, legal advice, administration, funding and events to support founders and companies in their growth and success.

Organisation der Arbeitswelt Gesundheit Zürich 

Zurich · Since 2014

The company provides services in the field of vocational training and education, particularly in the healthcare professions. The core activities include: Inter-company courses and training, Consulting and support for training companies and individuals, Quality assurance and management in vocational training, Political participation and representation of interests for healthcare professions, Recruitment and promotion of young talent, Higher vocational training and vocational school, Platform for training positions and information. The company appears to play an important role in the training and further education of skilled workers in the healthcare sector and offers a wide range of services to ensure the quality and success of the training.

Plankis Stiftung 

Chur · Since 1931

The core activity of Plankis Stiftung is the integration of people with disabilities into society through supervised living and meaningful work. The company offers various forms of housing and over 150 job and training positions in the following areas: bakery, floristry, horticulture, garden maintenance, gastronomy, household management, creative crafts, food production, sales (shop), workshops, and agriculture with its own dairy farm. Thus, the company combines social and economic goals and offers people with disabilities the opportunity to lead a self-determined life.

Römisch-katholische Pfarrkirchenstiftung der Mission catholique de langue française 

Zurich · Since 2018

The company's core activity is the organization and implementation of religious activities, particularly of the Catholic Church, in the Zurich region. This includes church services, masses, sacraments, catechesis, meditations, prayer groups and other religious events. The company also provides social services and support for various target groups, such as children, young people, adults and the elderly.