Associations & Interest Groups

CHOCOSUISSE, Verband Schweizerischer Schokoladefabrikanten Genossenschaft 

Bern · Since 1934

CHOCOSUISSE, Verband Schweizerischer Schokoladefabrikanten Genossenschaft represents industrial manufacturers of chocolate and chocolate products and maintains contacts with key importers. The association provides industry statistics and educational materials, coordinates working committees on sustainability and food law, and develops positions on economic and regulatory issues.

CHOCOSUISSE-FONDS 

Bern · Since 1973

Christa Foundation 

Lucerne · Since 2007

The core activity of the Christa Foundation is to provide financial support to projects in Africa aimed at improving the living conditions and education of orphaned children.

Christian Heimgartner-Stiftung 

Wil Sg · Since 1988

The core activity of the Christian Heimgartner Foundation is to provide financial support to children and young people from needy families until they complete their vocational training. The foundation supports these individuals in financial difficulties by covering additional expenses that cannot be covered by the family's income, such as ski camps, language stays abroad, instruments, expensive dental treatments, or bicycles for the commute to training.

Christlicher Hilfsbund im Orient 

Uster · Since 1959

The core activity of the Christlicher Hilfsbund im Orient - Zürich is humanitarian aid and support for people in need, particularly in Lebanon and Armenia. This includes the establishment and maintenance of schools and boarding schools, providing food and shelter for refugees, as well as supporting sponsorship programs. The aid organization is also involved in medical care and education for children and young people in these regions.

Christliches Zentrum Bern 

Bern · Since 2021

The company "Christliches Zentrum Bern" is a religious institution focused on promoting the Christian faith and community of Christians in Bern. The core activity of the company includes organizing church services, events, and activities that serve spiritual development and social engagement.

Christoph Züllig Stiftung 

Bühler · Since 2018

Christoph Züllig Stiftung supports non-profit projects in the fields of health, education, culture and development cooperation. It primarily funds projects in Eastern Switzerland.

ch Stiftung für eidgenössische Zusammenarbeit 

Bern · Since 1968

The core activity of the company "ch Stiftung für eidgenössische Zusammenarbeit" is to promote and support activities that strengthen federal cooperation and federalism in Switzerland. This includes, in particular, organizing events, seminars and conferences, promoting political education and supporting projects that promote understanding and internal cohesion in Switzerland.

Cimbria Foundation 

Kerns · Since 2005

The core activity of Cimbria Foundation is to support and implement aid projects in poor countries, particularly in the field of agricultural and ecological training, as well as providing knowledge and technology to improve living conditions in these regions.

Claire & George Stiftung 

Bern · Since 2013

Claire & George Stiftung is a non-profit foundation that promotes inclusive and accessible holidays and travel. The foundation provides advice and booking for accessible hotels, private tours and accompanied day trips, coordinates care and support services and mobility equipment, and serves as an official hotel accessibility certification body.

Clara Fehr-Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 1952

The core activity of the company is to support women over 60 years of age with a residence in the canton of Zurich through the Clara Fehr Foundation, in particular by providing loans for the construction or maintenance of retirement homes and the granting of individual support.

Clariant Foundation 

Basel · Since 2014

Climanosco 

Zurich · Since 2015

The core activity of Climanosco is to promote the dissemination of climate science and research to the general public by providing a platform for exchange between climate scientists and citizens. This includes the publication of articles, the organization of events, and the promotion of educational projects aimed at conveying climate knowledge. Climanosco's goals are to strengthen climate science, provide climate scientists with a platform to communicate their research results, and enable direct exchange between citizens and scientists.

Club of Zürich 

Zurich · Since 2009

Club of Zürich is an association that advocates change in economic, social and political spheres. It promotes sustainable alternative values, gender equality and networking among people with these concerns, and organises regular meetings featuring short introductory talks and discussion on current topics.

Club suisse de la presse 

Chambésy · Since 1998

The core activity of the Club Suisse de la Presse – Geneva Press Club is to support and assist journalists based in Geneva, as well as to promote exchange between Swiss and international circles from the fields of economy, politics, culture and science on the one hand, and the Swiss and foreign press in the Romandy region and neighboring France on the other.

CM Kulturmanagement, Cornelia Mayinger 

Unterägeri · Since 1996

The company's core activity is the organization and implementation of meetings and activities for an international women's group, with the aim of integrating and exchanging between migrant and local women. The group provides a network of relationships, launches projects and organizes regular meetings to reduce the isolation of migrant women.

Cocon GmbH 

Zurich · Since 2022

The core activity of Cocon Family is the socio-pedagogical support of families, particularly those with a migration background, through offers such as family accompaniment, visit accompaniment, youth coaching, and socio-pedagogical family assistance (SPF). The company provides professional support in the areas of parenting assistance, integration, and multicultural approaches to promote the development of children and adolescents in their new environment and support the social participation of families.

COERESO 

Bonaduz · Since 2022

The core activity of COERESO is development cooperation between Switzerland and Rwanda, particularly through the organization of study trips and support for projects in the areas of education, job promotion and integration of refugees. The association is committed to volunteering in Rwanda and advocates for social justice, cooperative tourism and the reduction of injustice and oppression.

COLIPA SA 

Etoy · Since 2009

The core activity of Colipa is to represent and promote the interests of the European cosmetics and personal care industry. This includes ensuring the quality and safety of cosmetics and personal care products, promoting innovation and research in the industry, representing the industry in political and legislative matters at EU level, and providing information and resources to members and consumers.

Collectif d'Associations Pour l'Action Sociale (CAPAS) 

Geneva · Since 2020

The core activity of CAPAS (Collectif d'associations pour l'action sociale) is to support and coordinate social activities and projects in the Geneva region. The focus is on promoting social cohesion, supporting people in need, and strengthening partnerships between the public sector and the social sector. The activities include, among others: prevention, accompaniment, support, and medical care for people in need; promoting cooperation between social organizations and public institutions; providing information and resources for social institutions and organizations; and implementing projects and activities to promote social cohesion and social solidarity.

Colonels Club Foundation 

Küsnacht Zh · Since 2021

The core activity of the Colonels Club Foundation is to promote and support projects and initiatives that benefit society, particularly disadvantaged people. This includes supporting education and training projects, promoting independence and recognizing outstanding commitments to volunteer work. The foundation focuses on the values of autonomy, freedom, personal responsibility and solidarity, and aims to promote these in society.

Commissione paritetica cantonale dell'edilizia e del genio civile del Cantone Ticino 

Bellinzona · Since 2017

The company's core activity consists of monitoring and enforcing collective employment contracts (CCL) in various industries, particularly in the construction sector, as well as promoting vocational training and compliance with labor standards. This includes controlling compliance with employment contracts, preventing unfair competitive practices, promoting training measures, and managing guarantees.

Commission professionnelle paritaire vaudoise du nettoyage 

Paudex · Since 2005

The company's core activity is to represent and promote the interests of the building cleaning industry in Western Switzerland, particularly through the management of collective labor agreements, the conduct of inspections, the organization of training and the promotion of health and safety at work.

COMPAGNA Basel 

Basel · Since 1964

The core activity of COMPAGNA Basel includes the operation of a 3-star superior hotel called "STEINENSCHANZE STADTHOTEL" as well as the support and consulting of various target groups, such as binational couples and families, women in the sex industry, and people in need through various spin-offs and partnerships, including the "Counselling Centre for Binational Couples and Families", "Aliena – Specialist Centre for Women in the Sex Industry" and "BahnhofHilfe Basel".

Conecto ZHAW 

Winterthur · Since 2010

Conecto ZHAW connects students and companies through a job fair and an online job board. The organisation also runs career events, CV checks, workshops and provides exhibition and recruitment services for employers.

Conseil des Organisations Internationales des Sciences Médicales (CIOMS) 

Le Grand-Saconnex · Since 2019

The core activity of CIOMS (Council for International Organizations of Medical Sciences) is to promote international cooperation and harmonization in the fields of medicine, pharmacovigilance, drug safety and development. CIOMS develops guidelines, standards and recommendations for medical research, drug development and safety, and provides platforms for the exchange of information and expert knowledge between international organizations, governments, industry and patient representatives.

Conseil oecuménique des Eglises 

Le Grand-Saconnex · Since 1950

Conseil oecuménique des Eglises is an ecumenical fellowship of churches that promotes Christian unity and cooperative action on justice and peace. It coordinates programmes in areas such as education, mission and spirituality and works on issues including gender justice, care for creation, health, migration, disarmament and interreligious dialogue.

Cooperativa BAOBAB 

Bellinzona · Since 2015

The core activity of Cooperativa Baobab is to promote solidarity, social cohesion, and cultural community through various activities targeting families, young people, and children. These include: operating an intercultural library (BiblioBaobab) with multilingual offerings; organizing social and cultural events (IncontriBaobab); implementing activities for young people (GiovaniBaobab), including a mobile social and educational unit (The Social Truck); and promoting integration and social inclusion through various projects and partnerships. Cooperativa Baobab is a non-profit organization that finances its activities through donations and public funding.

Coopérative des entreprises romandes de transports publics MOVIplus SCoo 

Lausanne · Since 2016

The company develops, operates and maintains IT solutions for public transport companies, including a mobile app (Traas) and a cloud-based management system. It also supports the sale of tickets through digital channels, the enforcement of fines and the implementation of demand-responsive transport systems.

Coopérative Holstein Switzerland 

Posieux · Since 1917

The core activity of Holstein Switzerland is the breeding and improvement of Holstein cattle, as well as providing services to agriculture and animal breeding, particularly in the areas of: herd book management, artificial insemination and natural breeding, birth announcements, ancestry control, genetic data analysis, prefix allocation for breeding farms, milk performance control, and development of breeding programs (HolsteinVision). The company also offers consulting and support services to farmers and breeders, and has its own organization with various commissions and committees dealing with breeding and animal health issues.

Coop Patenschaft für Berggebiete Genossenschaft 

Basel · Since 1942

The company's core activity is to support and assist people and animals in need, particularly through donations, memberships and other forms of support. The company is also involved in projects such as mountain rescue, goat and bee protection, and other social and ecological initiatives. It is likely a non-profit organization or a social enterprise.

COPYPRINTSUISSE 

Aarau · Since 2003

COPYPRINTSUISSE is the industry association for digital printing companies. The association represents member interests, oversees apprenticeship occupations in reprography and media/print technology, and provides member services such as legal and insurance support as well as the CPS-News magazine published three times a year.

CORE ASSOCIATION 

Geneva · Since 2000

The core activity of CORE Association is providing registry services for top-level domains (TLDs), including registry management, registry software, consulting services and brand development. The company also offers registrar services through its subsidiary COREhub.

Corelina - Stiftung für das Kinderherz 

Bern · Since 2014

The core activity of the Corelina Foundation is to support children with heart disease from abroad and Switzerland by providing medical treatment and care, as well as supporting research and aid projects in the field of pediatric cardiology worldwide.

Corps à coeur 

St-Prex · Since 2022

The company's core activity is the promotion and support of social projects and initiatives, particularly in the field of sociophotography, through donations, memberships and other forms of support. The company operates as a kind of association or non-profit organization that advocates for social causes and collects donations to achieve its goals.

Cosmus Jenny-Stiftung 

Ennenda · Since 2009

Cosmus Jenny-Stiftung provides grants to support the education and training of young people and to finance the establishment and operation of institutions serving these purposes. Where sufficient funds are available, it may also support other humanitarian activities in the Canton of Glarus, notably vocational training, continuing education and tutoring.

Cottier Donzé Foundation 

Küsnacht Zh · Since 2005

The core activity of Cottier Donzé Foundation is to promote projects that drive social change, with a particular focus on empowering girls (Girl Empowerment).

CRADEF 

Lausanne · Since 2022

CRADEF is a non-profit non-governmental organisation that implements development projects, humanitarian assistance and socio-economic cooperation. It runs education, health and youth employment initiatives, organises volunteering and fundraising, and implements projects directly in African communities.

Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congrès (CMTC) 

Crans-Montana · Since 2000

Crans-Montana Tourisme & Congrès (CMTC) is the tourism and congress organisation that promotes the destination and provides visitor information and booking services for accommodation and activities. It coordinates events, handles group and congress inquiries and manages a congress centre along with online booking and information resources.

C. & R. Koechlin-Vischer-Stiftung 

Basel · Since 1980

The core activity of the Koechlin-Vischer Foundation is to support people in need in Basel, particularly by promoting institutions and projects that deal with the issues of addiction, homelessness, youth unemployment and work integration models.

CSCMP Roundtable Switzerland 

Feusisberg · Since 2016

The core activity of CSCMP Roundtable Switzerland is to provide a platform for Swiss supply chain professionals to network, develop their skills and further their education. The company organizes events, offers training opportunities and promotes the exchange of knowledge and experience among supply chain professionals.

CSD FOUNDATION 

Geneva · Since 2023

The core activity of CSD Foundation is to provide humanitarian aid and support to people in need, particularly women and children affected by disasters. The organization focuses on creating sustainable solutions for humanitarian aid and promoting access to basic necessities for those affected.

CSEM Centre Suisse d'Electronique et de Microtechnique SA - Recherche et Développement 

Neuchâtel · Since 1983

CSEM Centre Suisse d'Electronique et de Microtechnique SA - Recherche et Développement develops and transfers technologies for the industrial sector. Its research programs include digital technologies, precision manufacturing and sustainable energy, and it provides tailored services and collaboration frameworks including participation in European projects.

C. & T. Marcolli-Stiftung 

Basel · Since 2012

The core activity of the C. & T. Marcolli Foundation consists of directly or indirectly supporting people with cerebral movement disorders or similar physical disabilities, as well as supporting organizations that advocate for this group of people through the provision of financial contributions.

Cuisine sans frontières 

Zurich · Since 2016

The company supports and promotes social projects and initiatives worldwide, particularly in developing countries, with the aim of helping people in need and strengthening social cohesion. The core activity consists of supporting community kitchens, restaurants, women's shelters and other social institutions that help people in difficult life situations.

CXIO Foundation 

Epalinges · Since 2017

The core activity of CXIO Foundation is to promote and support integrative medicine, which encompasses both classical and complementary medicine. The foundation organizes congresses, seminars, and conferences to educate and inform the public about the benefits of integrative medicine. Furthermore, the foundation supports research and development in the field of medicine and promotes collaboration between various stakeholders in the healthcare sector. The foundation aims to promote a universal medicine that considers the human being in its entirety, i.e., physically, psychologically, and contextually.

PROTECT.NGO 

Geneva · Since 2019

The company, CyberPeace Institute, is a research and analysis institute specializing in the investigation and combating of cyber threats. The institute's core activity includes conducting research projects, analyzing cyber incidents, assessing cyber risks, and developing strategies to improve cybersecurity. The institute operates independently and maintains close relationships with other organizations and experts in the field of cybersecurity.

Cyclistes Professionnels Associés (C.P.A.) 

Aigle · Since 1999

The company's core activity is the representation and support of professional cyclists, particularly through the assertion of their interests, the enforcement of their rights and the improvement of their working conditions. This also includes support in contract negotiations, pricing, problems during races and ensuring that the voice of cyclists is heard in important discussions on safety, rules, health, equipment, doping controls and reforms in cycling. In addition, the company specifically supports female cyclists through the promotion of their safety, the improvement of women's cycling and the creation of a global network of women in cycling.

Cystische Fibrose Schweiz CFS 

Bern · Since 2016

The company's core activity is to support and promote people with cystic fibrosis (CF) and their families in Switzerland. This includes providing information, counseling, financial support, regional groups, health promotion, online courses, and other services to make life with CF easier. The company also advocates for the political interests of those affected by CF and promotes research in this field.

Dachgenossenschaft Hirscheneck 

Basel · Since 1978

Dachgenossenschaft Hirscheneck is the owner of the building and comprises the organisations, businesses and private tenants housed in Hirscheneck. It performs self-administration tasks including rentals, accounting, maintenance and long-term renovation and investment planning. It provides information to interested parties about financing options such as loans and participation certificates.