Associations & Interest Groups

Fondation E. et G. GELBERT 

Geneva · Since 2008

The core activity of the Fondation Gelbert is to support and promote projects and initiatives in the areas of environmental protection, animal welfare and the development of renewable energies. In addition, the foundation also supports university research in the field of visual impairments. The foundation awards grants to various charitable organizations, associations and institutions active in these areas.

Fondation Emilie Gourd 

Geneva · Since 1984

The company CLAFG (Comité Lausannois pour les Femmes et la Gestion) is an organization that promotes women in leadership positions and gender equality. The core activity of the company is to support and promote women in business and politics, particularly through the organization of events, networking and publications.

Fondation E. NAEF pour la recherche in vitro 

Thônex · Since 1998

The core activity of the company is the promotion and support of research and development of methods that serve as alternatives to animal testing. To this end, the Fondation Egon Naef awards prizes annually to researchers who are committed to this field and supports the development of alternative methods through financial resources.

Fondation en faveur de la Faculté des Hautes Etudes Commerciales de l'Université de Lausanne 

Lausanne · Since 2010

Fondation en faveur de la Faculté des Hautes Etudes Commerciales de l'Université de Lausanne provides financial support to the HEC faculty of the University of Lausanne by funding projects in teaching, research and societal impact, including mobility programmes (summer schools), student awards, equipment purchases, publications and conferences.

Fondation en faveur des alpages de Trient du Club alpin suisse, section des Diablerets 

Lausanne · Since 1996

Fondation en faveur du personnel du réseau hospitalier neuchâtelois 

La Chaux-De-Fonds · Since 1974

The company's core activity is the rental and management of a chalet, particularly for social and professional events such as family celebrations, weddings, seminars and conferences, mainly for the staff of the Réseau hospitalier neuchâtelois (RHNe) and other interested parties.

Fondation EPFL Plus 

Lausanne · Since 2005

The core activity of the company "Fondation EPFL Plus" consists of collecting donations and funds to support the École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne (EPFL) in fulfilling its triple mission: education, research and innovation.

Fondation equal-salary 

Lausanne · Since 2010

The company's core activity is the promotion and certification of equal pay and equal opportunities in the workplace. The company offers an independent certification that supports companies committed to equal pay and inclusion. It is also committed to promoting Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) and supports the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

FONDATION EQUI-PAGE 

Geneva · Since 2017

The core activity of the Fondation Equi-page is the promotion and implementation of therapy and horse riding activities for people with disabilities, illnesses or difficulties in life. This includes in particular horse therapy and adapted riding therapy, which aim to promote the well-being and health of the participants.

FONDATION ERIC EPHRATI & famille 

Geneva · Since 2019

The core activity of the Fondation Eric Ephrati et famille is to support and promote various social, scientific, cultural and philanthropic projects and organizations, particularly in the following areas: Education: awarding scholarships to deserving students; Scientific Research: supporting research institutions, particularly in the medical field; Social: providing financial assistance to people in need, especially the elderly, as well as supporting organizations with social goals; Culture: promoting cultural activities such as concerts, festivals and conferences; Philanthropy: supporting organizations that fight against racism, anti-Semitism and other forms of exclusion.