Associations & Interest Groups

Dachverband Budgetberatung Schweiz 

Lucerne · Since 2021

The core activity of the company 'Dachverband Budgetberatung Schweiz' consists of independent consulting and support for private individuals in creating and implementing household budgets, as well as providing information and further education offers for private individuals, professionals and companies in the field of finance.

Dalyan Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 2008

The core activity of Dalyan Foundation is development cooperation and support of non-profit organizations (NGOs) in emerging countries through financial and non-financial means, to promote the economic and social empowerment of women and improve the living conditions of people in poverty.

DÄNISCH-SCHWEIZERISCHE HANDELSKAMMER 

Zurich · Since 2009

The company's core activity is to promote trade and economic relations between Denmark and Switzerland by providing services such as networking, consulting, events and support for companies and individuals operating in both countries.

Das lachende Herz 

Rotkreuz · Since 2021

Das lachende Herz is an association that promotes the physical, mental and emotional development of children, adolescents and young adults and supports projects that foster vitality, regeneration and balance. The association is financed by donations and member contributions and reviews project proposals aligned with its purpose.

data innovation alliance 

Thun · Since 2016

The core activity of the company "data innovation alliance" is to support companies in the development of new products and services by focusing on three pillars: innovation projects, top employees and best education, as well as inspiration and exchange through the networking of industry experts. The company concentrates on the topics of Data Science, Artificial Intelligence, Finance, Insurance, Education and Services, and offers expert networks, workshops and conferences to support companies in their digital transformation.

Datio Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 2008

Datio Stiftung supports education and vocational integration projects, helping young people establish a livelihood through independent work and training. Activities focus on training projects in Latin America and, occasionally, the European Union, cooperating with local partners and providing earmarked financial contributions.

Davos Services GmbH 

Davos Platz · Since 2005

Davos Services GmbH organizes tailor-made incentives, events and supporting programmes for groups and corporate clients, acting as the central contact and managing planning, coordination and consolidated billing. Services include transfer arrangements, assistance with hotel reservations, activity and venue bookings, provision of guides/hostesses and booking of entertainment acts.

DEAR Foundation - Solidarité Suisse 

Zug · Since 2020

The company's core activity is to support and promote social projects and initiatives, particularly in the areas of poverty reduction, social integration, health, education, and art. The company supports various projects aimed at helping disadvantaged individuals and groups, such as seniors, children, people with disabilities, and families affected by poverty. The support includes, among other things, the financing of projects, the provision of resources, and the promotion of initiatives aimed at improving the quality of life and equal opportunities for all people.

de Clivo - Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 2007

The core activity of the de Clivo Foundation is to provide financial support to individuals in need and to humanitarian projects of smaller organizations in the fields of medicine, education, self-help and, in exceptional cases, disaster relief.

DSM Invest AG 

Oberwil Bl · Since 2021

de-macher Kolb 

Lucerne · Since 1995

The company's core activity is the promotion and exchange of knowledge and experience in the field of earth building, particularly through the organization of events, courses, excursions and consulting services. The association represents the interests of professionals, entrepreneurs and private individuals who are involved with the topic of clay and earth building.

Design Build Switzerland 

Zurich · Since 2021

The company Design Build Switzerland is dedicated to promoting and establishing integrated design-build processes in the construction and real estate industry. The core activity consists of providing a platform for companies, professionals and interested parties to jointly develop sustainable, efficient and customer-oriented solutions for the future of the construction and real estate sector.

Diabetes Center Berne Foundation 

Bern · Since 2017

Diabetes Center Berne Foundation supports the development of diabetes technologies by providing expertise, access to clinical research facilities, laboratory services and funding. As a nonprofit foundation it promotes independent research and patient‑benefit projects and offers clinical, regulatory, data, business and communication services to help bring solutions closer to market entry.

diabetesregionbasel 

Basel · Since 2017

The company's core activity is to support and advise people with diabetes mellitus. This includes: diabetes counseling, nutritional counseling, foot care, psychosocial counseling, self-help groups, risk tests, training for professionals, and the sale of diabetes aids in the online shop. The company also offers exercise classes and lectures and advocates for the interests of people with diabetes and their families.

DIALOGAI 

Geneva · Since 2012

DIALOGAI is an LGBTIQ+ association that provides counselling, community programmes and health-related services. Its activities include the Checkpoint health service (HIV and STI testing, vaccinations, PEP and sexual health consultations), the Refuge youth support service, anti-discrimination support and referrals, training for professionals, and community events.

Didier Calame - Travaux agricoles 

Les Planchettes · Since 2014

The company is politically active and represents the Swiss National Councillor Didier Calame. The core activity consists of political representation and communication with citizens.

Die Christengemeinschaft (Bewegung für religiöse Erneuerung) Gemeinde Basel 

Basel · Since 2020

Die Christengemeinschaft (Bewegung für religiöse Erneuerung) Gemeinde Basel is a congregation of The Christian Community movement that offers divine services (The Act of Consecration of Man), sacraments and religious education. It publishes parish programmes, organises events including a children's Sunday service, and provides pastoral care via the parish office.

Die Finnische Kirche in der Schweiz 

Zurich · Since 2020

The company's core activity is the practice and dissemination of the Evangelical Lutheran faith through worship services, community life, pastoral care and other religious activities.

Die Gofen Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 2012

Die Gofen Stiftung promotes children's autonomy and advocates for their right to authenticity and integrity. It organises annual activities such as the "childhood memories" writing competition, panel discussions, lectures and professional gatherings, and publishes thematic reflections.

Die Lötschentaler Tourismus AG 

Blatten (Lötschen) · Since 2013

The core activity of the company "Die Lötschentaler" is hotel cooperation and tourism promotion in the Lötschental region of Switzerland. The company offers services such as accommodations, holiday packages, seminars and events, and represents the interests of the local tourism industry.

DIE QRL STIFTUNG 

Zug · Since 2019

The core activity of the company "QRL Stiftung" is to provide grants to support developers, researchers, educational institutions, and community projects that focus on developing post-quantum secure blockchain solutions, researching the impact of quantum computing on cryptography and blockchains, and educating and raising awareness about the threat of quantum computing and the available solutions.

Digital Dental Life AG 

Baar · Since 2011

The core activity of Digital Dental Life AG is the creation and provision of digital solutions for dental education and training, particularly in the form of e-learning platforms, online conferences, webinars, and virtual congresses. The company offers tailored solutions for the dental industry, including foundations, associations, and manufacturers, and focuses on the development, programming, hosting, and maintenance of online educational programs.

discover.swiss 

Zurich · Since 2018

discover.swiss operates an open digital backend service platform for Swiss tourism that connects information and offer suppliers with frontends such as websites and apps. The platform aggregates, structures and provides data via APIs and offers services including an Info-Center, a marketplace, a nationwide guest account and consulting for digitalization.

DodoBahati Stiftung für den Schutz der letzten Wildtiere 

Alten · Since 2014

The core activity of DodoBahati is species conservation and support for animal welfare projects, particularly in the areas of wildlife rescue, nature conservation and education. The company supports various projects, such as the protection of elephants, mountain gorillas, sea turtles and wolves, as well as the training of rangers and the support of orphaned children in the Democratic Republic of Congo. The core activity consists of collecting donations and investing them directly in the respective projects to achieve the goals of species conservation and animal welfare work.

Doerenkamp-Zbinden Stiftung für versuchstierfreie Forschung 

Kreuzlingen · Since 1985

The company's core activity is the promotion of animal-free research through the awarding of research grants and the support of projects that improve animal welfare.

DolpoCare 

Zurich · Since 2019

The core activity of DolpoCare is to support and promote education and health projects in Nepal, particularly in the Dolpo region, through donations and volunteer work. The association supports young adults in their medical training and promotes healthcare in the region.

DOMUS ANTIQUA HELVETICA - SCHWEIZERISCHE VEREINIGUNG DER EIGENTÜMER HISTORISCHER WOHNBAUTEN 

Basel · Since 2016

The core activity of Domus Antiqua Helvetica is the preservation and protection of historic residential buildings in Switzerland. This includes networking among members, providing specialized knowledge, publishing its own magazine, and representing the interests of its members to authorities, lawmakers, and associations.

Don Bosco Schweiz 

Beromünster · Since 1959

Don Bosco Schweiz supports the work of the Salesians of Don Bosco by funding and accompanying projects for disadvantaged children, young people and families. The organisation backs vocational and educational programmes, emergency aid and reconstruction, and manages donation channels including foundation funds, volunteer engagement and product sales.

Dorfladen Innertkirchen GmbH 

Innertkirchen · Since 2012

D.O.R.O.S. Michaelides 

Rüschlikon · Since 2006

D.O.R.O.S. Michaelides provides gastro consultancy, event organisation and catering services. Activities include restaurant and event management, vehicle conversions for operation without leg use, drone filming and prototype development for electric scooters.

dpsuisse 

Aarau · Since 2018

The company offers a wide range of services and activities in the fields of education, further education and talent promotion. The core activity of the company can be described as 'Education and Further Education', focusing on the provision of qualification procedures, professional exams, higher professional exams, career-oriented further education and other educational offers. In addition, the company also provides services in the areas of marketing, location marketing and sustainability, such as promoting climate initiatives, energy efficiency and corporate social responsibility. However, there is no indication that these activities represent the company's main activity. Overall, the core activity of the company can be described as 'Education and Further Education with a focus on Vocational Training and Talent Promotion'.

Dr. Adolf Streuli-Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 1957

The core activity of the company "Dr. Adolf Streuli-Stiftung" is the promotion of social, scientific and cultural projects in the canton of Zurich through the granting of contributions and the support of applications submitted through its own platform easyNPO.

Dr. Alois Bettschart-Stiftung 

Einsiedeln · Since 1996

The core activity of the company 'Dr. Alois Bettschart-Stiftung' is to provide support and assistance to people in need in the canton of Schwyz, particularly those who find themselves in an unforseen and unavoidable situation of distress.

Dream2 AG 

Vitznau · Since 1997

Dream2 AG provides governance frameworks, master‑plans, concepts and cloud solutions, and offers project, publishing and portal services to support steering committees and organizational governance.

Dr. Ernst-Günther Bröder Stiftung 

Lucerne · Since 2016

The core activity of the Dr. Ernst-Günther Bröder Foundation is to provide financial support to charitable projects in the areas of education and training, development aid, as well as health and social affairs, particularly to promote disadvantaged children and young people worldwide.

Dr. Frank Furrer Rechtsberatung 

Uitikon Waldegg · Since 1995

The company's core activity is the political representation of interests and consulting for companies in the field of goods transport and logistics, particularly with a view to promoting sustainable and competitive transport solutions, such as the transfer of transport to rail.

Dr. H. A. Vögelin-Bienz-Stiftung für das Staatsarchiv Basel-Stadt 

Basel · Since 2000

The company is responsible for records management and archiving of state documents in the canton of Basel-Stadt. It develops and implements procedures for efficient business processing and long-term storage of documents. The core activity includes organizing filing systems, registering business files, evaluating and archiving documents, as well as destroying non-business-relevant documents.

Dr. Hedwig Stauffer Stiftung 

Basel · Since 2001

The core activity of the Dr. Hedwig Stauffer Foundation is to support and honor special education teachers with special commitment through awards and tenders, in order to promote extraordinary work in the field of special education.

Dr. Louis Glatt-Stiftung 

Sissach · Since 1976

Dr. Louis Glatt-Stiftung provides financial support and scholarships to promote vocational education for young people. Support is intended for applicants resident in the Bezirk Sissach, and application requirements and forms are available on the website.

Dr. Ludwig Meyer Stiftung 

Wattenwil · Since 1977

The Wattenwil retirement centre offers a wide range of services for older people, including: * Living spaces with a sense of security and comfort * Customized care and support, including short-term and long-term stays, dementia care and palliative care * Day care and activation * Gastronomy with café and catering * Room rental and volunteer work * Continuing education and training for employees * Apprenticeships and dual training * Internships and trial days The core activity of the company is the care and support of older people in a retirement centre.

Dr. med. Arthur und Estella Hirzel-Callegari Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 1998

The core activity of the Hirzel-Callegari Foundation consists of supporting and promoting non-profit institutions, social works and projects in the fields of health, social affairs and agriculture/environment through the allocation of financial resources and the selection of worthy projects.

Dr. med. Henrich Stiftung 

Kreuzlingen · Since 2013

The company's core activity is the promotion and dissemination of a vegan lifestyle and diet through educational work, education and information. This includes the publication of articles, books and newsletters, providing resources and information on vegan nutrition and lifestyle, as well as supporting individuals who strive for a vegan lifestyle.

DR PERETTI MUSEUM FOUNDATION 

Meggen · Since 2020

The core activity of Peretti Museum Foundation is the promotion of ethical raw material extraction, the support of scientific research and the implementation of humanitarian projects in mining areas. This includes the collection and preservation of scientifically significant minerals and fossils, the support of young scientists and the implementation of charity projects in mining areas to improve the living conditions of miners and local communities.

Dr. Rau Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 1985

The core activity of the Dr. Rau Foundation is to support the basic needs of children from underprivileged populations in Third World countries, particularly by providing resources for sick children, orphans, disease prevention, family planning promotion, women's empowerment and primary education.

Drugs for Neglected Diseases initiative (DNDi) 

Geneva · Since 2003

The company's core activity is the development and provision of medical treatments, particularly for neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) and viral diseases, including pandemic and climate-related diseases. The company focuses on developing new treatments to improve accessibility and affordability for patients in low- and middle-income countries.

Dutch Business Round Table Zürich 

Zurich · Since 2012

Dutch Business Round Table Zürich is an independent non-profit networking organisation for Dutch business professionals. It promotes business relations between the Netherlands and Switzerland by organising regular events, networking meetings and a Young Professionals programme that includes the Minds of Tomorrow mentoring scheme.

Dutch Business Round Table Zentralschweiz 

Zug · Since 2015

Dutch Business Round Table Zentralschweiz is an independent non-profit network for Dutch professionals and companies. The organisation promotes business relations between the Netherlands and Switzerland by organising events such as talks and networking gatherings and by providing information on doing business and living in Switzerland.

Dynamic Coaching Christian Meier 

Egliswil · Since 2015

The company's core activity is the promotion and support of coaching services in Switzerland. This includes the training and certification of coaches, the organization of events and networking meetings, the provision of resources and information for members, and the representation of the interests of the coaching industry to third parties.

EACMFS, European Association for Cranio-Maxillofacial Surgery 

Zurich · Since 2006

The company's core activity is the promotion and coordination of education, research and international cooperation in the field of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery, particularly through the organization of congresses, the awarding of scholarships and the development of training programs.

EANS Foundation for Research in Neurological Surgery 

Geneva · Since 2021

The core activity of EANS Foundation is to promote research and education in neurosurgery by collecting donations and supporting research projects and educational initiatives.