Associations & Interest Groups

Fondazione HED ALBIREO 

Lugano · Since 2017

The core activity of the company "Fondazione Hed Albireo" is to support public projects of recognized institutions, corporations, associations and foundations as a non-profit foundation by providing grants and donations to promote public purposes without generating any profit itself.

Fondazione Hospice Ticino 

Lugano · Since 2000

The core activity of Hospice Ticino is to provide palliative care services and support to severely ill individuals, particularly in the final stages of their lives. This includes, among other things: * Counselling and accompaniment of patients and their families * Pain and symptom management * Spiritual support * Counselling and support in planning care and treatment * Assistance in organizing care services at home or in institutions * Training and support for care staff and other professionals The company offers these services in various regions of the canton of Ticino and works closely with other healthcare providers and institutions.

Fondazione Informatica per la promozione della persona disabile 

Lugano · Since 1992

The core activity of FIPPD (Fondazione Informatica per la Promozione delle Persone Disabili) is the promotion and support of people with disabilities, particularly through the development and use of technologies to improve their autonomy, inclusion and communication. This includes supporting people with disabilities in their participation in education, work, culture and other areas of life, as well as conducting research projects and developing hardware and software solutions to facilitate the communication and participation of people with disabilities.

Fondazione Istituto Don Orione 

Lopagno · Since 1966

Fondazione Istituto Don Orione provides residential and day-centre services for adults with disabilities, operating Casa Don Orione and additional residential and day facilities; services include physiotherapy, workshop-based occupational activities and an agricultural production workshop whose products are offered via an online shop.

Fondazione Johannes Moor 

Cureglia · Since 2015

The core activity of the Fondazione Johannes Moor is to support research in the field of neonatology, particularly in the fight against diseases affecting premature babies, such as necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). The foundation pursues a non-profit purpose and does not aim to make a profit.

Fondazione Mahal 

Lugano · Since 2010

The core activity of the company "Fondazione Mahal" consists of carrying out and supporting projects in the fields of charity, philanthropy, humanity, culture and science. The organization is mainly active in Switzerland, but also abroad in countries in need. Fondazione Mahal does not pursue any profit intentions and focuses on supporting those in need through various projects, such as "Missions possible" and "Soccorso d'inverno".

Fondazione Main dans la Main 

Lugano · Since 1998

The core activity of Fondazione Main Dans la Main is to support and promote social projects, particularly in the field of child protection and children's rights, both in Switzerland and in India. The company supports various partner organizations and projects, such as Casa di Rebbio in Como, Fattoria Pianeta Terra in Milan, Aziende sociali Ca.Stella in Meride and Margheritaly in India. The activities include, among others, the promotion of education, health and social integration of children and young people.

Fondazione Mantello Filantropia 

Vezia · Since 2023

Fondazione Margherita Lugano 

Lugano · Since 2004

The core activity of Fondazione Margherita Lugano is to support projects that focus on promoting culture, education and development, particularly in disadvantaged regions and communities in Switzerland and abroad. The focus is on promoting autonomy and economic independence of the local population through the implementation of development projects.

Fondazione Mater 

Geneva · Since 2020

The core activity of Mater Fondazione is the promotion of social inclusion through nutrition, particularly by providing access to a balanced diet for vulnerable people or victims of social exclusion and combating food waste.