Associations & Interest Groups

Fondazione Ticino Cuore 

Lugano · Since 2005

The core activity of the company Fondazione Ticino Cuore is the promotion of health, particularly in the field of cardiovascular health, through the support of research, education and emergency services. The company is also committed to providing defibrillators and training first responders.

Fondazione Umanitaria Arcobaleno 

Lugano · Since 1990

The core activity of the company "Fondazione Arcobaleno" is the financial support and promotion of social projects, particularly in India and Nepal, with a focus on: * Supporting orphanages and facilities for people with disabilities * Providing financial assistance for surgical and orthopedic interventions * Promoting education and healthcare for disadvantaged children and young people * Building and maintaining orphanages and other social facilities Fondazione Arcobaleno acts as a donation organization, collecting donations and distributing them to various projects and facilities to improve the living conditions of disadvantaged children and young people.

Fondazione Uriele 

Lugano · Since 2009

The core activity of Fondazione Uriele consists of humanitarian support and development aid, particularly in the Congo, through the establishment and support of hospitals, schools and other social institutions, as well as through the provision of donations and relief goods.

Fondazione Vacallo 

Vacallo · Since 2023

Fondazione WEAK ENDS 

Breganzona · Since 2019

The company's core activity is the granting of financing and the acceptance of donations for projects and initiatives operating in the fields of social affairs, culture, education and the environment, particularly in the canton of Ticino.

Fondazione Volkart 

Lugano · Since 1991

Fondazione Volkart funds projects in documentary film, media, ecology and social initiatives, supporting media diversity and journalistic projects through grants and participation in funding programmes.

Fondazione Zerosedici 

Minusio · Since 2018

Fondazione Zerosedici is a non-profit, non-political foundation that supports and operates social childcare and youth services for children aged 0–15. Its activities include daycare centres (Nido Cucciolo), an after-school centre (Centro extrascolastico Mira), school meal services (Miramensa), inclusion and leisure activities, and cooperation with local associations.

Fonds de secours en faveur du personnel de Ensemble Hospitalier de La Côte 

Morges · Since 1965

Fonds für Appenzeller Käse 

Appenzell · Since 1945

Fonds für Appenzeller Käse is a constituent of the Sortenorganisation Appenzeller® Käse that, together with the foundation, represents the brand owner.

Food for the Hungry International Federation 

Geneva · Since 2007

The core activity of Food for the Hungry International Federation (FHIF) is to combat physical and spiritual hunger worldwide through sustainable community development and disaster relief. This includes: Community Development: Assisting communities to become healthy, sustainable and self-sufficient units that can thrive without long-term support. Disaster Relief: Providing immediate aid in the form of food, medical care, materials and shelter to people in crisis situations. Training and Advocacy: Providing resources and training to support individuals, leaders and communities in overcoming poverty. FHIF works closely with local communities and leaders to realize its vision of a sustainable and healthy community.