Associations & Interest Groups

Fondazione "ASHA" "Speranza" 

Bellinzona · Since 1999

The core activity of Fondazione ASHA is to support and promote street children in India by providing shelter, medical care and education in their centers in Nirmal, Khandala, Lonavla and Karjat.

Fondazione Bambini Cardiopatici nel Mondo 

Lugano · Since 1998

Fondazione Bambini Cardiopatici nel Mondo supports the work of volunteer medical teams ('medici volanti'), including surgeons, anesthetists and cardiologists, who provide free clinical care and specialist support for children with congenital heart disease in countries with limited healthcare infrastructure. The foundation funds its programmes through donations from individuals, banks, companies and fundraising events.

Fondazione Azione Posti Liberi 

Lugano · Since 2014

The core activity of Fondazione Azione Posti Liberi is to support and integrate migrants and asylum seekers in Switzerland, particularly in the canton of Ticino. The foundation provides legal advice, integration support and education, and advocates for the rights of migrants and asylum seekers.

Fondazione Avv. Dott. Angelo Berla, console generale, e Teresita Berla nata Veglio 

Lugano · Since 2003

Fondazione Avv. Dott. Angelo Berla, console generale, e Teresita Berla nata Veglio awards scholarships to support vocational and academic training for young people from the Valle di Blenio. The foundation also provides cultural grants for exhibitions, publications and projects aimed at preserving the local territory.

FONDAZIONE BETANIA 

Rovio · Since 2000

The company's core activity is to promote solidarity and support social projects, particularly in the areas of education, charity, family support and assistance to people in need. The company acts as an incubator for projects and finances initiatives that are in line with its statutes. It also provides support to religious communities and promotes the development of Case di Fraternità (Houses of Brotherhood) in various countries.

FONDAZIONE BORSE DI STUDIO E PREMI ACCADEMICI FELIX LEEMANN 

Caslano · Since 1985

The core activity of the Fondazione Felix Leemann consists of awarding academic prizes and scholarships to students and researchers from the canton of Ticino and the Italian-speaking areas of the canton of Grisons, particularly in the fields of Italian studies, history, archaeology, and art history.

FONDAZIONE CARITATEVOLE MARIA ROSA GRASSI 

Lugano · Since 2013

The core activity of the Fondazione Caritatevole Maria Rosa Grassi consists in providing financial resources for charitable purposes, particularly for organizations and projects that promote education, social development and charitable activities, with a focus on supporting institutions and initiatives inspired by the principles of the Catholic Church.

Fondazione Carlo Danzi 

Prato (Leventina) · Since 2004

Fondazione Carlo Danzi supports public-interest initiatives in the tourism, cultural, economic, political and scientific fields. It implemented a micro-hydropower facility and uses proceeds and donations to fund local infrastructure, cultural-restoration and recreational projects such as church restorations, trails, playgrounds and equipment.

Fondazione Centro di Competenze non profit CENPRO 

Vezia · Since 2020

Fondazione Centro di Competenze non profit CENPRO is a competence centre for the non-profit and philanthropy sector, providing events, training, tailored organisational support, networking and publications of studies and good practices to strengthen civil society organisations.

FONDAZIONE DELLA SVIZZERA ITALIANA PER AIUTO, SOSTEGNO, PROTEZIONE INFANZIA (ASPI) 

Breganzona · Since 2009

The core activity of ASPI is the implementation of programs and projects aimed at preventing child abuse, sexual abuse and other forms of violence against children and adolescents. This includes educational and awareness-raising measures for children, adolescents, parents and professionals, such as the programs 'Dillo forte', 'e-www@i!', '#Join4Respect' and 'Sono unica/o e preziosa/o!'. The company also offers training and consulting services for professionals and collaborates with schools and other organizations to promote the safety and well-being of children and adolescents.