Associations & Interest Groups

Vinzenzen-Stiftung Berner Münster 

Bern · Since 2013

Vinzenzen-Stiftung Berner Münster provides financial support for the Münster’s cultural and social activities, preserving established traditions and enabling new cultural projects and spiritual programmes.

Virtual Switzerland Association 

Geneva · Since 2016

The core activity of Virtual Switzerland is to promote and support the development and deployment of immersive technologies, particularly virtual, augmented and mixed realities (XR), in Switzerland. This includes networking experts and companies, promoting research and innovation, supporting start-ups and organizing events and projects to strengthen and internationally connect the Swiss XR community.

Vision Aid Suisse Stiftung 

Zug · Since 2022

The core activity of Vision Aid Suisse is the implementation of aid projects, particularly in the area of combating avoidable blindness and promoting equal opportunities in developing countries, mainly in Africa. The company is committed to humanitarian aid and works to improve the living conditions of people in need.

Vision für Afrika Verein 

Altdorf Ur · Since 2002

Viva Kirche Schweiz 

Bettingen · Since 1998

Vivre La Chaux-de-Fonds 

Le Locle · Since 2002

Vivre La Chaux-de-Fonds is a non-profit association that organizes events and supports activities to animate public spaces. It promotes local initiatives, encourages local commerce and facilitates collaboration among residents, traders, institutions and cultural actors.

VKB AARGAU - Verband der Kies- und Betonproduzenten Aargau 

Aarau · Since 1998

The core activity of VKB Aargau is the promotion and support of regional supply and disposal with regional mineral building materials, particularly in the field of gravel extraction, as well as ensuring raw material security and increasing biodiversity in the canton of Aargau.

Vlaska 

Bülach · Since 2021

Vlaska is an association that promotes the preservation, revitalization and sustainable development of the village Vlaska. The association supports technical and financial efforts to renovate buildings and facilities, promotes environmental and ecological projects including biodiversity and organic agriculture, and organises cultural, sporting and economic events funded by membership fees, donations and events.

Voith Leemann Stiftung 

Basel · Since 2020

The company's core activity is promoting educational opportunities for girls and women, particularly in developing or emerging countries, by supporting local education projects and fostering independence and self-reliance through vocational training and empowerment courses.

Volkart Stiftung 

Winterthur · Since 1919

Volkart Stiftung provides funding and grants for nonprofit projects in media, documentary film, ecology and social inclusion, and supports funds and initiatives that strengthen journalism and educational programs.

Volkshausverein der Aargauer Gewerkschaften 

Aarau · Since 2002

The core activity of the company 'Volkshausverein der Aargauer Gewerkschaften' is the rental of office space to various organizations, particularly trade unions, political parties and environmental organizations, as well as the provision of rooms for events and meetings.

Vollzugsorganisation Umweltschutz im Malergewerbe 

Schönenberg Zh · Since 2009

The core activity of the company 'VUM Kanton Zürich' is the enforcement organization for environmental protection in the painting trade in the canton of Zurich. The company maintains a database of environmentally certified painting companies and monitors compliance with environmental regulations in this area.

Von Graffenried AG Kompetenzzentrum Stiftungen 

Bern · Since 1996

Von Graffenried AG Kompetenzzentrum Stiftungen provides foundations with professional office and secretariat management and administrative support. Services include handling communications with authorities and stakeholders, coordinating annual reporting and board meetings, advising on fund incorporation within the Berner Dachstiftung Fontes, and supporting digitalisation projects such as online application platforms.

Vorsorgestiftung für das Personal der Gewerkschaft Kommunikation 

Bern · Since 1977

VQF Verein zur Qualitätssicherung von Finanzdienstleistungen 

Zug · Since 1998

VQF Verein zur Qualitätssicherung von Finanzdienstleistungen serves as a FINMA-recognised self-regulatory organisation (SRO) that supervises members on anti‑money‑laundering and counter‑financing‑of‑terrorism obligations. It provides supervisory, inspection, audit, training and advisory services to financial intermediaries in the parabanking sector and offers legal consultancy on AMLA-related matters.

VSB Verband Schweizerischer Betontechnologen 

Seedorf Ur · Since 2001

The core activity of the company is the promotion and development of concrete technology in Switzerland, particularly through: organizing conferences and events, developing guidelines and standards for testing mineral building materials and concrete technology, participating in standard-setting bodies, publishing and exchanging experiences among members, and safeguarding the common interests of member companies in the field of testing and application of mineral building materials. The Association of Swiss Concrete Technologists (VSB) is an association that promotes concrete technology in Switzerland and works closely with industry and other organizations.

VSPF Verband Schweizer Privatfernsehen 

Zurich · Since 2021

VSPF Verband Schweizer Privatfernsehen represents the interests of private television broadcasters and promotes dialogue with policymakers, industry and the public. The association works on legislative issues, advertising and sponsorship frameworks, audience research and the distribution and accessibility of private TV channels.

VZLS/ALPDS Stiftung Zahntechnik 

Bern · Since 1984

The core activity of the company 'VZLS' (Association of Dental Laboratories of Switzerland) is the representation and support of dental laboratories in Switzerland. The association offers its members services such as consulting, education, legal advice and tariff negotiations. It represents the interests of dental laboratories vis-à-vis authorities, patients and other stakeholders.

Wabo-Line Einkaufsgenossenschaft für Wand- und Bodenbeläge sowie Innendekorationen 

Zeiningen · Since 2002

The core activity of WABO-LINE is to form a purchasing cooperative for medium-sized parquet, flooring and interior decoration companies, in order to jointly provide advantageous purchasing opportunities for materials and interior decoration articles.

Walder Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 1984

The core activity of the Walder Foundation is to promote projects and initiatives that focus on life and living in old age. The foundation supports projects in three main areas: 1. Building and Living: Promotion of projects aimed at improving the living and housing quality of older people. 2. Applied Research: Support for research projects that deal with the needs and challenges of older people. 3. Social: Promotion of projects aimed at promoting the social integration and participation of older people. The Walder Foundation acts as a funding foundation and financially supports projects to improve the quality of life of older people in Switzerland.