Associations & Interest Groups

SVSS Schweizerische Vereinigung für die Sicherheit von Spielanlagen 

Wallisellen · Since 2020

The core activity of SVSS (Swiss Association for the Safety of Play Equipment) is the promotion and monitoring of the safety of play equipment and playgrounds in Switzerland.

SvS Siziliens vergessene Seelen 

Appenzell · Since 2023

The core activity of the company 'Siziliens Vergessene Seelen' is animal welfare, specifically the rescue and placement of abandoned dogs and cats from Sicily in Switzerland. The association supports animal welfare organizations, provides foster homes and places the animals with new families in Switzerland.

SV Stiftung 

Dübendorf · Since 1999

The core activity of the SV Foundation is to promote the health, well-being and quality of life of the general population by supporting projects in the field of nutrition. The foundation is particularly committed to a balanced and healthy diet for all age groups and social classes, which is accessible and affordable. To this end, the foundation supports various projects, such as online cooking courses, nutrition initiatives and educational programs, with the aim of educating and promoting the population about healthy nutrition.

SWICA-Stiftung Appenzell 

Appenzell · Since 2005

SWIMRUN AG 

Pfäffikon Sz · Since 2015

The core activity of ÖTILLÖ is the organization and execution of Swimrun competitions and events worldwide. Swimrun is a sport that consists of alternating between swimming and running in nature. ÖTILLÖ offers various races and events, including the ÖTILLÖ Swimrun World Championship, and hosts them in different countries and regions, such as Sweden, Switzerland, Canada, the USA, and others.

Swiss 3R Competence Centre (3RCC) 

Bern · Since 2018

The company's core activity is the promotion of alternative research methods to animal testing through the support of research projects and the implementation and promotion of the 3R principles (Replace, Reduce, Refine), in order to improve animal welfare and reduce the number of animal experiments in Switzerland.

Swiss4Afrika 

Bern · Since 2022

Swiss4Afrika is a non-profit organisation that supports local non-profit partners and implements projects aimed at reducing poverty. Its activities focus on housing (homes, ablution blocks, kitchens), education (early childhood development, back-to-school, adult and skills training) and self-sustainability initiatives (community gardens, micro‑enterprises, training workshops) in Switzerland and South Africa.

Swiss Academy for Development, SA4D 

Biel/Bienne · Since 2001

Swiss Academy for Development, SA4D is a non-profit organisation that uses sport and play to promote the development of children and young people and to support their active participation in communities. It implements projects aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals and provides bespoke services such as partnerships, capacity development and monitoring, evaluation and learning (MEL).

SwissAfrican Foundation 

Zollikon · Since 2015

The core activity of SwissAfrican Foundation is to support projects for the protection of wildlife and flora in Africa, particularly through the fight against poaching, the conservation of endangered animals and the promotion of ecological awareness and education in local communities.

SWISSAID, Schweizerische Stiftung für Entwicklungszusammenarbeit 

Bern · Since 1983

The core activity of SWISSAID is humanitarian aid and development cooperation, particularly in the areas of combating hunger, promoting agroecology, equality, preserving seeds, climate protection, responsible use of raw materials, and emergency aid. The company is committed to the rights and well-being of people in developing countries and advocates for a fair and sustainable world.