Associations & Interest Groups

Fondazione di beneficenza Kiwanis Club Lugano 

Lugano · Since 1993

The core activity of Kiwanis Lugano is the implementation of social and charitable activities, particularly in the field of child welfare. The company is part of the international organization Kiwanis International and focuses on supporting and promoting children and young people.

Fondazione di ricerca scientifica ed umanistica Antonio Meneghetti 

Lugano · Since 2007

Fondazione di ricerca scientifica ed umanistica Antonio Meneghetti promotes scientific and humanistic research and conducts cultural, artistic and educational projects. Its activities include sustainable development initiatives (e.g. Hortus Lizori), the Meneghetti Award and Meneghetti International Art Prize, and a special consultative status with the UN Economic and Social Council.

Fondazione Don Guanella 

Riva San Vitale · Since 1964

The company's core activity is the management and organization of the Diocese of Lugano, including the care of the Catholic community, the conduct of worship services and religious events, the management of church property, and the representation of the diocese in public.

Fondazione Elisa 

Locarno · Since 1998

The core activity of the company is to support families with sick children, particularly in the field of pediatric oncology. The foundation offers financial, social, psychological and educational support to help the affected families during this difficult time. Specific activities include: Financial support for families, Social support for families, Pediatric oncology, Home care for children, Psychological support, Educational support, and Projects such as "Progetto Mappamondo" and "Progetto Baobab". The foundation aims to help the affected families in various areas and offer them comprehensive support.

Fondazione Ferdinando e Laura Pica-Alfieri 

Lugano · Since 1995

Fondazione Ferdinando e Laura Pica-Alfieri awards grants and supports projects in culture, academic studies, medical equipment provision and nature and animal protection. It pursues its purposes mainly by funding third-party activities and lists beneficiaries such as universities, museums and health institutions.

Fondazione Francesco ed Erica Terrani 

Lugano · Since 2006

The core activity of the Fondazione Francesco e Erica Terrani consists of providing financial support, particularly scholarships, to young, talented students from the Canton of Ticino who, due to family circumstances, do not have the necessary financial means to continue their education.

Fondazione Footuro - Sostegno alla formazione del calcio ticinese 

Lugano · Since 2013

The company's core activity is the promotion and support of youth football in Switzerland, particularly in the canton of Ticino. This includes providing resources for the training of young football players, promoting values such as fair play and respect, and supporting measures to prevent violence on football pitches.

FONDAZIONE GIANETTO E GRAZIELLA AMBROSOLI 

Lugano · Since 1990

The core activity of the Fondazione Gianetto & Graziella Ambrosoli is to support and promote social projects, particularly in the field of child welfare, in Switzerland and in developing countries. This includes, among other things, supporting educational projects, promoting children in need and supporting refugee children. The foundation is also committed to supporting libraries and schools in developing countries.

Fondazione Giuliano Bignasca 

Lugano · Since 2014

The core activity of the Fondazione Giuliano Bignasca is to provide financial support and assistance to people in need, particularly in the canton of Ticino. This includes providing subsidies for living expenses, paying rent, supporting job seekers and financing studies. In addition, the foundation also supports elderly people in need and provides assistance for young people's entry into the workforce.

Fondazione HC Lugano Academy 

Lugano · Since 2015

The company's core activity is the promotion and support of youth development in ice hockey, particularly through the support of the youth department of Hockey Club Lugano.

Fondazione HED ALBIREO 

Lugano · Since 2017

The core activity of the company "Fondazione Hed Albireo" is to support public projects of recognized institutions, corporations, associations and foundations as a non-profit foundation by providing grants and donations to promote public purposes without generating any profit itself.

Fondazione Hospice Ticino 

Lugano · Since 2000

The core activity of Hospice Ticino is to provide palliative care services and support to severely ill individuals, particularly in the final stages of their lives. This includes, among other things: * Counselling and accompaniment of patients and their families * Pain and symptom management * Spiritual support * Counselling and support in planning care and treatment * Assistance in organizing care services at home or in institutions * Training and support for care staff and other professionals The company offers these services in various regions of the canton of Ticino and works closely with other healthcare providers and institutions.

Fondazione Informatica per la promozione della persona disabile 

Lugano · Since 1992

The core activity of FIPPD (Fondazione Informatica per la Promozione delle Persone Disabili) is the promotion and support of people with disabilities, particularly through the development and use of technologies to improve their autonomy, inclusion and communication. This includes supporting people with disabilities in their participation in education, work, culture and other areas of life, as well as conducting research projects and developing hardware and software solutions to facilitate the communication and participation of people with disabilities.

Fondazione Istituto Don Orione 

Lopagno · Since 1966

Fondazione Istituto Don Orione provides residential and day-centre services for adults with disabilities, operating Casa Don Orione and additional residential and day facilities; services include physiotherapy, workshop-based occupational activities and an agricultural production workshop whose products are offered via an online shop.

Fondazione Johannes Moor 

Cureglia · Since 2015

The core activity of the Fondazione Johannes Moor is to support research in the field of neonatology, particularly in the fight against diseases affecting premature babies, such as necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC). The foundation pursues a non-profit purpose and does not aim to make a profit.

Fondazione Mahal 

Lugano · Since 2010

The core activity of the company "Fondazione Mahal" consists of carrying out and supporting projects in the fields of charity, philanthropy, humanity, culture and science. The organization is mainly active in Switzerland, but also abroad in countries in need. Fondazione Mahal does not pursue any profit intentions and focuses on supporting those in need through various projects, such as "Missions possible" and "Soccorso d'inverno".

Fondazione Main dans la Main 

Lugano · Since 1998

The core activity of Fondazione Main Dans la Main is to support and promote social projects, particularly in the field of child protection and children's rights, both in Switzerland and in India. The company supports various partner organizations and projects, such as Casa di Rebbio in Como, Fattoria Pianeta Terra in Milan, Aziende sociali Ca.Stella in Meride and Margheritaly in India. The activities include, among others, the promotion of education, health and social integration of children and young people.

Fondazione Mantello Filantropia 

Vezia · Since 2023

Fondazione Margherita Lugano 

Lugano · Since 2004

The core activity of Fondazione Margherita Lugano is to support projects that focus on promoting culture, education and development, particularly in disadvantaged regions and communities in Switzerland and abroad. The focus is on promoting autonomy and economic independence of the local population through the implementation of development projects.

Fondazione Mater 

Geneva · Since 2020

The core activity of Mater Fondazione is the promotion of social inclusion through nutrition, particularly by providing access to a balanced diet for vulnerable people or victims of social exclusion and combating food waste.

Fondazione "Medjugorje per l'infanzia" 

Vacallo · Since 1988

The core activity of the company "Medjugorje per l'Infanzia" consists of collecting and distributing donations for charitable purposes, particularly to support needy children and young people in developing countries. The organization finances projects that enable these children to receive adequate housing, nutrition, spiritual support, and educational and vocational training, in order to enable them to have an independent future.

Fondazione Mission Bambini Switzerland 

Lugano · Since 2015

The core activity of Mission Bambini Switzerland is the implementation of humanitarian projects, particularly in the field of child aid, in Switzerland and other countries. The organization supports needy children and families through various activities such as education, health and social assistance. It works with various partners, including other NGOs, and finances its activities through donations and other means.

Fondazione Noi Donna 

Bellinzona · Since 2013

The core activity of Fondazione Noi Donna is the promotion of health and well-being of women in the canton of Ticino, particularly through the support of prevention, information, education and research activities. This includes the awarding of scholarships, the organization of academic programs, symposia and awards, as well as the financing of clinical research.

Fondazione Nizzola 

Agarone · Since 2021

Fondazione Nizzola supports the academic excellence of Ticino students in technical master's programmes by awarding scholarships at ETHZ and EPFL and prizes for excellent master's theses at Swiss Universities of Applied Sciences (SUP).

Fondazione Oltre Noi 

Breganzona · Since 2020

The core activity of Fondazione Oltre noi is the organization and implementation of social and cultural activities aimed at bringing people with and without disabilities together in a solidary, creative and inclusive community. This includes, among other things: organizing events such as concerts, workshops and meetings; creating spaces for social interaction and community building; promoting art and culture as a means of social inclusion; supporting families and caregivers of people with disabilities; and developing programs and activities to promote empathy and compassion in the community. Fondazione Oltre noi aims to create an inclusive and solidary community where people with and without disabilities feel welcome and integrated.

Fondazione Opera Umanitaria Dr. Maggi 

Breganzona · Since 1997

The core activity of the company "Associazione Hôpital Helvétique de Mada – Opera Umanitaria Dr. Maggi" consists of providing humanitarian support and operating a hospital in Mada, Cameroon, with a focus on medical care, prevention and education, particularly in the areas of health prevention and the fight against diseases such as malaria, HIV and tuberculosis.

Fondazione Opera San Giovanni Bosco 

Minusio · Since 1995

The company's core activity is the management and rental of spaces, particularly halls, for various events and purposes, within an oratory named after Giovanni Bosco.

FONDAZIONE PATRIZIO PATELLI 

Gordola · Since 2002

The core activity of the Fondazione Patrizio Patelli is to support young people, particularly those with disabilities, in practicing sports through financial contributions and sponsorship. This also includes supporting local sports clubs and promoting projects in the field of sports medicine. The Fondazione finances its activities through the sale of artworks in its Galleria d'Arte and through donations from sponsors and private individuals.

Fondazione per il bambino malato della Svizzera italiana 

Bellinzona · Since 2015

The company's core activity is to support and promote the health of sick children in the Italian-speaking Switzerland through donations and fundraising, as well as the dissemination of information and education on the importance of child health.

Fondazione per l'Attuazione e la Protezione dell'Insegnamento di Grigori Grabovoi 

Pregassona · Since 2020

The core activity of Grabovoi Foundation is the dissemination of Grigori Grabovoi's teaching, which focuses on the themes of reality control, consciousness, and the attainment of eternal life in the physical body. The company offers training, courses, and events to provide people with the necessary knowledge and skills to control their own reality and lead a harmonious life. The company's activities aim to promote global salvation through the dissemination of Grigori Grabovoi's teaching.

Fondazione PKB 

Lugano · Since 2009

Fondazione PKB focuses on promoting science and medicine to improve the prevention and treatment of diseases. It supports social and medical assistance projects, with particular attention to older people and children, and funds selected initiatives in Switzerland and abroad.

FONDAZIONE PREMIOSWISSENGINEERINGTICINO 

Lugano · Since 2015

FONDAZIONE PREMIOSWISSENGINEERINGTICINO awards prizes, grants and study contributions to support young recent graduates. It organises competitions judged by professional juries that evaluate diploma projects and student works from vocational schools, universities of applied sciences and universities in the Canton of Ticino.

Fondazione Privilège 

Lugano · Since 2023

The core activity of the company "Fondazione Privilège" is the collection and management of donations and charitable funds to support social and philanthropic purposes and contribute to a better future for all.

Fondazione San Maurizio 

Maggia · Since 1972

The company's core activity is the management and maintenance of religious institutions, in particular the Fondazione San Maurizio, which focuses on promoting education, morality, religion and social activities for the community in Maggia and its surroundings.

Fondazione San Romerio 

Brusio · Since 2023

Fondazione San Romerio operates an alpine refuge offering a mountain inn and overnight accommodation with regional, seasonal cuisine. The organisation hosts activities and events such as hiking, cycling and yoga, manages the alpine pasture and cultivates a garden using biodynamic practices, and uses on-site water and renewable energy systems.

Fondazione San Salvatore 

Lugano · Since 1979

The core activity of the company "Fondazione San Salvatore" consists of providing financial support (Sostegno finanziario) to specific individuals or organizations that meet certain criteria. The company has a scientific advisory board (Comitato scientifico) and a foundation board (Consiglio di fondazione), which are likely involved in the decision-making process regarding the allocation of support. There is also an annual award (Il premio dell'anno) that is presented every year.

Fondazione Sciaredo 

Barbengo · Since 1996

Fondazione Sciaredo manages Casa Sciaredo and operates the atelier house as a residency for visual artists, writers, filmmakers, architects and other cultural producers. It also preserves the building and garden as an example of modern architecture and maintains the artistic estate of Georgette Tentori‑Klein.

Fondazione Silvio e Marianne Tarchini 

Manno · Since 2018

Fondazione Silvio e Marianne Tarchini awards scholarships to meritorious Swiss students, giving preference to applicants from Ticino and to studies in architecture (notably at the Accademia di Architettura di Mendrisio) and in economics; it also supports professional training and selected cultural and charitable projects.

Fondazione Sogno di Vita 

Tegna · Since 1999

Fondazione Sogno di Vita operates two therapeutic houses (Visionshaus and Casa Betulla) and offers personalised therapy programmes, body therapies, retreats and training seminars. It funds part of its work through donations to help make therapeutic services more accessible.

Fondazione Svizzera Madagascar (F.S.M.) 

Lugano · Since 1993

The core activity of Fondazione Svizzera Madagascar (FSM) is the implementation of development projects in Madagascar, particularly in the following areas: Health: Supporting the improvement of healthcare, especially through the promotion of hygiene and the training of local healthcare personnel. Education: Promoting education and training of young people, especially through the support of educational projects and the promotion of professional integration. Environmental protection: Protecting and preserving Madagascar's natural resources, especially through the support of conservation projects and the promotion of sustainable development. FSM focuses on the island of Nosy Be and works closely with local partners and the Malagasy government to improve the living conditions of the population and promote sustainable development.

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.