Associations & Interest Groups

Stiftung Freie Gemeinschaftsbank 

Basel · Since 2001

The company's core activity is the promotion and support of non-profit projects, initiatives, research and training projects, institutions as well as small and medium-sized enterprises that pursue a suitable non-profit concern. This is achieved through the management of funds and the awarding of donations and grants in various areas such as education, health, environment, social affairs, art and culture.

Stiftung Freiheit und Verantwortung 

Lucerne · Since 2006

The core activity of the company 'Stiftung Freiheit und Verantwortung' is the promotion of diversity of opinion, political education and the preservation of Swiss neutrality and independence. This is achieved through the publication of writings, brochures and articles on current political and social issues, the organization of events and honors for personalities who advocate for Swiss values. The foundation is financed exclusively through private donations and patronage, without state support.

Stiftung Freude herrscht 

Bern · Since 2013

The core activity of the company 'Stiftung Freude herrscht' is the promotion of children and young people in the field of sports and physical activity, as well as health promotion. The foundation supports projects and organizations that encourage children and young people to engage in physical activity, experience nature and build camaraderie. It also organizes charity events, such as Bike4Kids, Ski4Kids and Blauseeschwimmen, to collect donations for its purposes.

Stiftung Freunde von Tosamaganga/Tansania 

Basel · Since 2014

The core activity of the company "Friends of Tosamaganga" is the humanitarian support and development of projects in Tosamaganga, particularly in the areas of water supply, electricity supply, basic necessities, sustainability, laundry, equipment, IT and hospital infrastructure. The company collects donations and uses them to implement projects aimed at improving the living conditions of the people in Tosamaganga.

Stiftung Freundeskreis für den Senegal 

Bönigen B. Interlaken · Since 1997

The company's core activity is to support and promote social projects, particularly in the areas of healthcare and aid for people in need, with a specific focus on Senegal. This includes supporting leprosy villages, eye clinics and other humanitarian projects, as well as organizing fundraising campaigns and arranging sponsorships.

Stiftung Fritz Bösch 

Lyss · Since 2012

The core activity of the Fritz Bösch Foundation consists of providing financial support to: * Children and adolescents under 20 years old from difficult and low-income backgrounds for their initial education * Young top athletes (from 16 years old) and institutions dedicated to promoting young top athletes * Prospective engineers (ETH or universities of applied sciences) with limited financial resources. The foundation thus primarily pursues social and educational policy goals and supports young people in their education and career.

Stiftung für Abendländische Ethik und Kultur 

Zurich · Since 1968

Stiftung für Abendländische Ethik und Kultur promotes Western ethical and cultural traditions rooted in ancient philosophy, the Christian and Jewish heritage and Enlightenment principles such as tolerance. It awards annual prizes and provides support to individuals and organisations that contribute to public debate on societal issues.

Stiftung für anthroposophisch erweiterte Medizin und Therapie 

Bern · Since 1995

Stiftung für anthroposophisch erweiterte Medizin und Therapie manages a therapy fund that enables people with limited financial means to access medically necessary therapies without supplementary insurance. The foundation also supports research and training projects in anthroposophically extended medicine and funds these activities through donations.

Stiftung für Arbeit SfA 

St. Gallen · Since 1997

Stiftung für Arbeit SfA is a non-profit, tax-exempt foundation that promotes social and vocational integration via a network of operational organisations. The foundation is not operational itself but serves as the umbrella organisation and owner of the entities established to carry out operations (including Plus34 AG).

Stiftung für bürgerliche Politik 

Zug · Since 2003

Stiftung für bürgerliche Politik aims to finance the political work of the Schweizerischen Volkspartei and to support liberal-conservative policies such as Swiss independence, direct democracy, federalism, a market economy, lower taxes and private property. Its board selects projects to support and oversees the targeted use of funds.

Stiftung für chiropraktische Forschung 

Bern · Since 2023

Stiftung für chiropraktische Forschung supports research and quality in the field of chiropractic and does not pursue commercial aims. Its income and capital are used exclusively to realise the foundation's statutory purpose, and it may acquire real estate or participate in property companies to ensure suitable infrastructure.

Stiftung für christlich-jüdische Projekte 

Basel · Since 2002

Stiftung für christlich-jüdische Projekte promotes encounter and dialogue between Christian and Jewish communities and engages other faiths through educational programmes, guided visits, excursions and public events aimed at young people, multipliers and the general public. It contributes to racism prevention through religious education in northwestern Switzerland and cooperates with local churches, the Israelite community and cantonal authorities.

Stiftung für das lungenkranke Kind 

Zurich · Since 1991

The core activity of the company 'Stiftung für das lungenkranke Kind' is to support children with lung diseases (such as cystic fibrosis, fibrosis and asthma) and their parents through various projects, including financial support, childcare and therapeutic accompaniment.

Stiftung für die Ausbildung von Chiropraktoren 

Bern · Since 2003

Stiftung für die Ausbildung von Chiropraktoren secures funding for the training of chiropractors at Swiss universities. It may carry out its own projects, assume related tasks and enter agreements with public authorities and private organisations.

Stiftung für die Auslandschweizer 

Bern · Since 1961

Stiftung für die Lauterkeit in der kommerziellen Kommunikation 

Zurich · Since 1981

The company's core activity is the self-regulation and monitoring of commercial communication in Switzerland, in particular the examination of advertising for its honesty and legality, as well as the processing of complaints and the publication of decisions and guidelines in this area.

Stiftung für ein lebendiges Niederurnen 

Niederurnen · Since 2010

The company's core activity is to promote the social, educational and socio-cultural environment in Niederurnen (Glarus Nord). This includes in particular: Providing contributions in the areas of education and social welfare; Granting subsidies to individuals and families in need; Providing training contributions; Supporting associations, events and institutions such as libraries and collections. The company operates as a foundation and focuses on promoting village life in Niederurnen.

Stiftung für ein glückliches Alter Hägendorf-Rickenbach 

Hägendorf · Since 1980

Stiftung für ein glückliches Alter Hägendorf-Rickenbach provides financial assistance and other support to needy, frail or incapacitated persons of pension age. The foundation organises or supports meal services, events, leisure and training courses, and excursions for seniors.

Stiftung für Forschung in Tumordiagnostik und Prävention 

St. Gallen · Since 1998

The core activity of the company "stiftup" is to promote research in tumor diagnostics and prevention, particularly in the field of oncology, with the aim of preventing cancer diseases or detecting them early and treating them as gently as possible. To this end, the foundation supports research projects and studies that deal with tumor diagnostic and preventive research questions and promotes the quality of life of cancer patients.

Stiftung für Gesundheit, Religiosität und Spiritualität 

Langenthal · Since 1992

Stiftung für Gesundheit, Religiosität und Spiritualität promotes interdisciplinary research on the relationships between health, religiosity and spirituality and supports education and training for health professionals in medicine, nursing, psychotherapy, social work and pastoral care. The foundation also supports scientific cooperation, conferences and publications and collaborates with the Research Institute for Spirituality and Health (FISG) in implementing projects.