Associations & Interest Groups

Libereco - Partnership for Human Rights 

Zurich · Since 2010

The core activity of Libereco is human rights work, particularly organizing aid campaigns and supporting people in need, such as in Ukraine and Belarus. This also includes coordinating donations, procuring relief goods and organizing packing actions.

Lichtblick für Kinder 

Tuggen · Since 2015

Lichtblick für Kinder is a foundation that supports various non-profit organisations working to promote the social integration of children with disabilities. For example, the foundation supports the Daniel Center in Romania, which provides outpatient treatment and social integration services for children with neuromuscular conditions.

Licht in Lateinamerika 

Frauenfeld · Since 1981

Licht in Lateinamerika runs training and development programmes for indigenous communities, including the CAPI training centre. CAPI provides vocational training (agriculture, forestry, mechanics, carpentry), general education and cultural, ethical and biblical modules; it also offers women-specific courses, further professional training, small-business start-up support and follow-up for former participants in Central America.

Lienhard-Stiftung 

Niederteufen · Since 2007

Lienhard-Stiftung supports non-profit projects in vocational education, culture, social services, sport and science.

LIFE ESSENCE PROJECTS LLC 

Brüttisellen · Since 2008

The core activity of Life Essence Projects is the implementation of aid and support projects for humans, animals and the environment, particularly in the areas of children, elderly people, animals and environmental protection. The company is involved on a voluntary basis in various projects, such as animal placement, emergency numbers, child aid and environmental protection, and carries out public relations and persuasive work to educate and support people.

lifevest Verein 

Winterthur · Since 2014

The core activity of lifevest is based on three pillars: 1. **Social Projects**: lifevest supports social projects in Switzerland and abroad, aiming to help people in need and, where possible, sustainably lift them out of poverty. 2. **Community**: lifevest fosters a community where people can learn from inspiring encounters, impulse lectures, and lived friendships, and work together to make a difference. 3. **Impact Investments**: lifevest generates returns through low-risk investment investments, which fully benefit the non-profit projects. Overall, lifevest aims to support people in need while promoting a more socially just world by inspiring people to advocate for social justice and use their resources responsibly.

Light for Sight Foundation 

Dietikon · Since 2015

The core activity of the company "Light for Sight Foundation" is the promotion of eye health, particularly in the fight against keratoconus, a disease of the cornea. This includes: raising awareness and education about keratoconus and other eye diseases; providing screening and treatment options for keratoconus; conducting research to explore and treat keratoconus; supporting patients and families affected by keratoconus; and collaborating with ophthalmologists and clinics worldwide to improve the treatment of keratoconus.

Ligue Vaudoise contre le Rhumatisme 

Morges · Since 2010

The company's core activity is the promotion and support of people with rheumatic diseases, as well as the provision of information and services in the field of health prevention and care. The company offers courses, counseling and support to help people with rheumatic diseases alleviate their symptoms and improve their quality of life. It also works on the prevention of diseases and promotes research and development of new treatment methods.

Liliane Hirzel-Atzli Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 2023

The core activity of the Liliane Hirzel-Atzli Foundation is the promotion of non-profit institutions and projects in Switzerland, particularly in the areas of animal welfare and animal protection, human and nature in Swiss mountain regions, as well as the support of impaired, seriously ill and traumatized children, adolescents and young adults. The foundation finances its activities mainly through rental income from the "Atzli Houses", a series of properties built by the founder's grandfather.

Lindenhofstiftung 

Zurich · Since 2018

The core activity of the Lindenhof Foundation is to support people in need and provide affordable housing in urban centers. It promotes non-profit projects in the social, charitable, humanitarian, cultural, scientific and educational fields and provides financial support to people to enable them to make a new start after a stroke of fate.

Lions-Club-Baden-Stiftung 

Baden · Since 2002

The core activity of the company is the implementation of social and non-profit projects, particularly in the area of integration and support for refugees, as well as the organization of events and activities to promote community and social engagement. The Lions Club Baden is part of the international Lions organization and focuses on local projects and initiatives in the Baden region and surrounding areas.

Living Education 

Baden · Since 2019

The core activity of LivingEducation is the promotion of education and human rights for women and girls, particularly in Pakistan. This includes supporting educational institutions such as kindergartens, girls' boarding schools and a high school, as well as implementing microcredit programs and supporting women's centers and nursing homes.

Living Spring Chinese Church Zurich 

Niederglatt Zh · Since 2004

The company's core activity is the organization and implementation of religious activities, particularly Christian worship services, Bible studies, prayer gatherings and other community events, specifically for the Chinese community in Zurich.

LLUI Gemeinnützige Stiftung 

Vitznau · Since 2023

LLUI Gemeinnützige Stiftung is an independent non-profit research and education institute that integrates research, teaching and practice. Its activities include interdisciplinary health research (movement analysis, data-driven personalised interventions, digital health solutions, brain plasticity, precision nutrition), a Department of Wealth Creation focused on finance research (big-data analytics, risk premia, neuro-finance, expectations formation), and educational programmes such as a MSc in Precision NeuroRehabilitation plus academic events.

LMS Lupini Marketing-Systeme 

Freienwil · Since 1997

The core activity of SIYU is professional photography in Switzerland. The company offers a wide range of photographic services, including architectural, event, wedding, portrait and other types of photography. SIYU is a professional association of photographers that supports its members with various services such as insurance solutions, legal advice and further education.

LOEDSTAR SA 

Carouge Ge · Since 1998

The core activity of Loedstar is to advise and support family businesses and family offices in overcoming challenges and strengthening family relationships. To this end, Loedstar offers various services, including: Networking and exchange between family businesses and family offices; Training and coaching for family members and executives; Support in finding potential partners for family-connected deals and investments; Cost reduction initiatives, particularly in the area of global insurance costs and legal costs; Organization of events and conferences for family businesses and family offices. Loedstar focuses particularly on the topics of family businesses, family offices, succession planning, corporate governance, and family relationships.

Lohnunternehmer Schweiz 

Zollikofen · Since 2020

The company is primarily active in agriculture and offers services such as soil cultivation, seed care, harvesting, transportation, excavation and municipal work. It is also involved in machine maintenance and grain drying facilities. The association represents the interests of agricultural contractors and offers further training, job exchange and events.

LOOOT Foundation 

Stansstad · Since 2021

Lore und Rudolf Summermatter - Stiftung 

Windisch · Since 2005

Lore und Rudolf Summermatter - Stiftung awards non-repayable study grants to talented and committed individuals who could not pursue or continue their studies for financial reasons. The grants support studies at the FHNW School of Engineering and the FHNW School of Computer Science and are awarded subject to admission and performance requirements.

Los GUSANITOS Schweiz, Freunde und Gönner 

Döttingen · Since 2015

The core activity of the company "Los GUSANITOS Schweiz" is to support a children's aid project in Nicaragua, particularly through the sale of goods at markets and flea markets in Switzerland to raise funds for the project. The company acts as a donation and support organization for the Nicaraguan children's aid project "Paraíso de infancia" and also conducts public relations work for this purpose.

Los Lorentes Foundation 

Bulle · Since 2009

The core activity of the Los Lorentes Foundation is to support and promote sustainable projects, particularly in the area of Christian mission and development aid, by providing financial resources and means. The foundation focuses on supporting projects that help people in need, support the poor, promote education and support the dissemination of the Christian faith.

Lötschenmatt Stiftung 

Obfelden · Since 2016

Lotte und Adolf Hotz-Sprenger Stiftung 

Thalwil · Since 2001

The core activity of the Lotte and Adolf Hotz-Sprenger Foundation is to promote projects and activities that serve the research and healing of kidney and cancer diseases, as well as the improvement of treatment for patients. In addition, the foundation supports charitable, humanitarian and health-promoting activities of non-profit institutions to a smaller extent.

Louise Aubry-Kappeler-Stiftung 

Basel · Since 1955

The core activity of the Louise Aubry-Kappeler Foundation is to provide financial support to people in need in the canton of Basel-Stadt, particularly through individual case assistance and contributions to organizations that combat poverty and support people in distress.

love4all 

Jona · Since 2019

The company's core activity is to support destitute people in Africa, particularly in Rwanda and other central African countries, by establishing and supporting schools, school buildings, hospitals, or water projects, with a focus on the education and training of young women and widows.

Love-N-Care Ministries Switzerland 

Grub Ar · Since 2020

The core activity of the company 'Love-N-Care Ministries Switzerland' is Christian mission and support work, particularly the dissemination of the Christian faith and the support of people in need, based on the biblical mandate in Matthew 28:19.

LSE Alumnae and Alumni Foundation of Switzerland 

Zurich · Since 2017

The core activity of the company is to support Swiss citizens in their scientific education and research activities at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) by awarding scholarships and research grants.

LUMIÈRE SANS FRONTIÈRES (LSF) 

Geneva · Since 2022

LUMIÈRE SANS FRONTIÈRES (LSF) is a humanitarian association that promotes lighting design and transfers expertise in natural and artificial lighting. It provides advice, training and short field missions to support durable lighting solutions in post‑emergency and regional development projects.

Luzerner Jugendstiftung 

Emmen · Since 1991

The core activity of the Lucerne Youth Foundation is to support and promote projects by children, young people and young adults up to the age of 25 in the canton of Lucerne, in particular by providing financial resources for projects that have a high proportion of volunteer work and whose main impact takes place in the canton of Lucerne.

LymphoSuisse 

Lausanne · Since 2017

The core activity of LymphoSuisse is to promote and improve the care of patients with lymphedema and lipedema, as well as to raise awareness and educate the public and healthcare professionals about these diseases. This includes organizing events, supporting research, and providing information and resources for those affected and healthcare professionals.

Made in Bern AG 

Bern · Since 2012

The core activity of the company 'Made in Bern AG' is tourism and the promotion of the Bern region as a travel destination. The company provides information and services for tourists, conferences and events, such as organizing site inspections, supporting congress bids and arranging hotel rooms. It also provides information about the region, its attractions, activities and events.

Magic Mountains Cooperation, société coopérative 

Sion · Since 2017

The company offers a loyalty program called 'Magic Pass', which enables customers to visit various ski resorts and baths in Switzerland. The core activity of the company is to offer ski passes and tickets, as well as additional services such as ski servicing, insurance and gift vouchers for winter sports enthusiasts and tourists.

Mahabodhi Metta Foundation 

Meggen · Since 2000

The core activity of Mahabodhi Metta Foundation is to support and promote social projects, particularly in India, with a focus on the well-being of children, the elderly, the sick, and poor monks. This includes collecting donations and supporting projects such as schools, monasteries, and medical facilities, as well as promoting Buddhist communities and initiatives.

Maison de la Tour 

Hermance · Since 1998

The core activity of AGEMS (Association Genevoise des établissements médico-sociaux) is to represent and support medical-social institutions (EMS) in the canton of Geneva. The organization focuses on three main objectives: 1. Developing strategies and synergies to reduce costs for member institutions through mutualization. 2. Promoting and evaluating professions in EMS and their training. 3. Providing solutions to meet the needs of residents and their families in member institutions. AGEMS serves as an umbrella organization for EMS in the canton of Geneva, offering support in the areas of training, partnerships, and finding solutions to meet the needs of residents.

Maison d'Espoir Djerba 

Wahlen B. Laufen · Since 2023

The core activity of the company "Tierhilfe Djerba" is the rescue and care of animals in need, particularly dogs and cats, in Djerba, as well as the mediation of adoptions to Switzerland and other countries. The company also provides support for sterilizations, veterinary care and animal care.

MAKE-A-WISH FOUNDATION OF SWITZERLAND AND LIECHTENSTEIN 

Geneva · Since 2003

The core activity of Make-A-Wish Switzerland & Liechtenstein is to fulfill life-changing wishes of children with serious illnesses. The company supports these children and their families by granting their deepest wishes, bringing them hope, joy and comfort in difficult times.

Maktab Tarighat Oveyssi Shahmaghsoudi (School of lslamic Sufism) 

Dübendorf · Since 1992

Maktab Tarighat Oveyssi Shahmaghsoudi (School of lslamic Sufism) is an international non-profit organization that serves as a school of Islamic Sufism, providing Sufi teaching, Tamarkoz meditation practice, educational and cultural programs, charitable activities and public events.

Mandiou Foundation for Healthcare 

Lausanne · Since 2021

The core activity of Mandiou Foundation for Healthcare is to promote healthcare, education and environmentally friendly agriculture in Africa, particularly in Gambia and Sierra Leone. The organization is involved in various projects, such as providing medical literature, supporting healthcare professionals, promoting education and supporting farmers in improving their agricultural practices.

Manessia-Verbindungshaus AG 

Zurich · Since 1987

Manessia-Verbindungshaus AG is a student association focused on preserving student traditions, fostering interdisciplinary exchange and developing rhetorical skills. The organisation runs regular meetings and events, maintains a network of students and alumni, and holds its regular gatherings at the Restaurant Oberhof; it also operates a bursa providing student accommodation.

Mani per il Nepal 

Malvaglia · Since 2015

The core activity of the company "Associazione Mani per il Nepal" is to support and promote social and humanitarian projects in Nepal, particularly in the areas of child welfare and healthcare. The company collects donations, organizes aid shipments and supports local initiatives in Nepal. It is a non-profit organization committed to improving living conditions in Nepal.

Manja Gideon Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 2015

The company's core activity is to support and raise awareness about ovarian cancer through various projects, such as creating informational materials, organizing lectures, and providing financial support for research projects. The company aims to inform and support patients, their families, doctors, and institutions about ovarian cancer and its impact.

Manuelstiftung 

Bern · Since 1995

Manuelstiftung promotes cultural activities and provides performers and visual artists with opportunities for concerts and exhibitions. The foundation also supports the Kammerorchester Elfenau Bern, organises public cultural events and offers financial assistance to pensioners in need, typically through contributions toward care‑home costs.

Manufaktur soziale Innovation GmbH 

Bern · Since 2011

The core activity of the company 'Förderverein soziale Innovation' is the promotion of innovative projects and services in the fields of health, social affairs, culture and economy. Specifically, this includes the organization of events, seminars, workshops and consulting services targeting various groups, such as grandparents and grandchildren, men over 60, people in separation or divorce, as well as healthcare professionals. The activities aim to promote the participation and health of people and support social innovations.

Marga Bührig-Stiftung 

Basel · Since 1998

The core activity of the Marga Bührig Foundation is the promotion of feminist liberation theological research and the dissemination of its results, in particular through the award of a sponsorship prize for corresponding works.

Margarethe und Rudolf Gsell-Stiftung 

Basel · Since 1996

The core activity of the Margarethe and Rudolf Gsell Foundation is to support nature and environmental protection projects, with the aim of preserving the natural basis of life, the beauty of intact landscapes and the diversity of the animal and plant world.

Margrit und Ruth Stellmacher-Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 1999

The core activity of the company 'Margrit und Ruth Stellmacher Stiftung' is to support and promote individuals who aspire to pursue a training or career as a medical practice professional. This is achieved through the provision of training grants and support services.

Maria und Hans Hirschi-Nussbaumer-Stiftung 

Gutenswil · Since 2012

The core activity of the Maria and Hans Hirschi-Nussbaumer Foundation is to promote environmentally friendly and animal-friendly agriculture in Swiss mountain regions by supporting sustainable projects, in particular by improving living and working conditions in agriculture.

Marie Anna-Stiftung zur Unterstützung kranker Kinder im Raum Basel 

Basel · Since 1999

The core activity of the company is to support and promote projects and activities in the field of health consulting, promotion and prevention, particularly for children and young people from difficult social backgrounds. This includes financing projects, providing start-up financing for activities, implementing ideas into concrete projects, and providing professional project management. The foundation also supports the training and qualification of medical and therapeutic personnel with migration experience and promotes cultural translation in the health sector.

MARINECULTURES. ORG 

Zurich · Since 2008

The core activity of marinecultures.org is to promote sustainable marine culture and protect the marine environment, particularly through: Sponge farming as a source of income for local communities in Zanzibar, Coral reef restoration and protection, and Conserving fish stocks. The company supports small, local projects to protect the marine environment and improve the livelihoods of people in coastal areas.

Marlies Kornfeld Nepal Stiftung 

Bern · Since 2018

The core activity of the company is to support and promote children from the poorest backgrounds in Nepal by providing a safe home and education at the Bright Horizon Children's Home (BHCH) in Nepal.