Associations & Interest Groups

STIFTUNG FAMILIENHILFE 

Thun · Since 1991

The core activity of the company is to support and assist families in need through a foundation that collects donations and uses them to support families in Bern.

Stiftung FARIP (Fund for African Rural Innovation Promotion) 

Bern · Since 2016

The core activity of the company "farip" (Fund for African Rural Innovation Promotion) is to identify, support and finance innovative ideas and projects in rural areas of Africa, in order to promote economic development and sustainability in these regions. This includes exploring business ideas, training small entrepreneurs, financing start-ups and supporting companies in the implementation of innovative projects.

Stiftung FH SCHWEIZ - zur Förderung des dualen Bildungswegs 

Zurich · Since 2014

Stiftung FH SCHWEIZ - zur Förderung des dualen Bildungswegs is a foundation created by FH SCHWEIZ to promote the dual education pathway. The foundation supports initiatives to promote dual vocational education and is administratively linked to FH SCHWEIZ's office.

stiftung fhnw 

Windisch · Since 2010

stiftung fhnw supports projects in research, development and teaching at the Fachhochschule Nordwestschweiz (FHNW). The foundation provides seed funding for early‑stage projects, awards grants and publishes information on donation and support options.

Stiftung FOKUS FRAUEN 

Zurich · Since 2020

The core activity of the company "Stiftung Fokus Frauen" is to support women's organizations and women's networks in developing countries, particularly in the Global South and Eastern Europe, by implementing projects designed and carried out by women for women. The goal is to empower women as agents of change and open up new perspectives for them to combat violence, discrimination, and poverty.

Stiftung focus.c 

Winterthur · Since 2002

The core activity of the company 'Stiftung focus.c' is to support and promote Christian missions, evangelization and social projects, particularly in the Winterthur region of Switzerland. The foundation finances and supports various activities, such as co-financing positions for neighborhood work, neighborly work and missionary work, as well as promoting projects with an evangelistic character. The foundation does not pursue commercial purposes and does not strive for profit.

Stiftung Folsäure Schweiz 

Zug · Since 2005

Stiftung Folsäure Schweiz provides information about folic acid (vitamin B9) and promotes folic acid prophylaxis to reduce birth defects such as spina bifida. The foundation carries out public education, publishes resources, organizes expert lectures, and collaborates with partners to introduce folic-acid-containing products and support people affected by spina bifida.

Stiftung Förderungs- und Wissenschaftsplattform 2. Säule 

Zurich · Since 2017

The core activity of the Foundation for Promotion and Science Platform 2nd Pillar is to support and promote scientific work and projects in the field of occupational pension provision and the three-pillar concept in Switzerland. This includes, in particular, the promotion of master's theses and dissertations, the preparation of expert opinions, and the organization of interdisciplinary events to foster the exchange between science and practice.

Stiftung Fourfold 

Jona · Since 2020

The core activity of Fourfold is the promotion of sustainable projects and initiatives in the areas of environment, health and social justice. In particular, the company focuses on supporting organizations and projects that are committed to protecting the oceans, promoting sustainable agriculture and developing innovative solutions to environmental and health problems. Fourfold operates as a private foundation that promotes education, research and innovation in these areas.

Stiftung Frauenhaus beider Basel zum Schutz misshandelter Frauen und Kinder 

Basel · Since 1981

The company 'Frauenhaus beider Basel' provides support and counseling for women and children in distress. The core activity includes providing protection, counseling and support for women and children affected by violence or other forms of distress. This also includes organizing emergency assistance, networking with specialists and supporting the daily structure and leisure activities of children.