Associations & Interest Groups

SISA Social Activities Association 

Meilen · Since 1982

The core activity of SISA Social Activities Association is to support and implement social projects, particularly in the fields of education and human rights, with the aim of helping people in need and bringing about positive change. This includes supporting schools, training and further education of teaching staff, promoting minorities and combating corruption. The organization is funded exclusively by private donations and does not pursue any economic goals.

SISTRA Schweizerischer Fachverband für Sicherheit auf Strassen 

Bern · Since 2003

The core activity of SISTRA (Swiss Association for Road Safety) is the promotion and development of road safety measures, particularly through the development of application conditions and recommendations, the organization of conferences and seminars, the consulting of authorities, users and associations, as well as the representation of the interests of its members. The association's members are mainly companies from the road marking, signage and vehicle restraint systems industry.

Ski Valais 

Sion · Since 2024

The core activity of Ski Valais is the promotion and organization of ski sports activities, particularly in alpine skiing, Nordic skiing and freestyle skiing. This includes the selection and support of athletes, the organization of competitions and cups, such as the Raiffeisen Trophy and the IRW Cup, as well as cooperation with ski clubs and the implementation of youth cups.

SK WelcomeHome - Die Transgenderstiftung 

Oberwil Bl · Since 2019

The company's core activity is promoting diversity and inclusion, particularly in the area of trans identity, through the organization of workshops, events and consulting services for companies and organizations.

Slot Coordination Switzerland, SCS 

Zürich · Since 2004

The core activity of Slot Coordination Switzerland is the coordination of aircraft slots at Swiss airports, particularly in Geneva (GVA/LSGG) and Zurich (ZRH/LSZH). The company is responsible for managing and allocating take-off and landing rights (slots) to airlines and other aviation companies to ensure efficient and safe air traffic operations.

Smart Ladies' Investment Club 

Birmensdorf Zh · Since 1997

The company provides financial services, particularly investment advice, asset management and financial planning, and combines these with cultural and enjoyable activities such as travel and art. It caters to private individuals who wish to build and preserve their financial independence.

SMAV AG 

Lucerne · Since 2013

SMAV AG is a federation for fair and sustainable trade in school supplies. The organization cooperates with public national schools and acts to promote fair and sustainable procurement of school materials.

SMG Schweizerische Milchschafzucht Genossenschaft 

Schwarzenburg · Since 2012

The company's core activity is the breeding and promotion of dairy sheep, including the provision of services and products for sheep milk production, such as milk performance control, breeding management, animal identification and evaluation. The company also offers manuals, regulations and evaluations for sheep breeding and operates an online shop for products related to sheep milk production.

SMGV Gipser Zentralschweiz 

Lucerne · Since 2020

The core activity of SMGV Gipser Zentralschweiz is the representation and support of plastering companies in Central Switzerland. The association offers services such as specialist information, quality promotion, training and further education, as well as interest representation with authorities, trade unions and clients.

SMVO Schweizerischer Verband für die Verifizierung von Arzneimitteln 

Zug · Since 2018

SMVO Schweizerischer Verband für die Verifizierung von Arzneimitteln is an association that works to protect patients from falsified medicines. It holds strategic responsibility for the national verification system and established SMVS GmbH to operate the national medicines verification system and provide services to affected stakeholders.

SMVS Schweizerische Gesellschaft für die Verifizierung von Arzneimitteln GmbH 

Zug · Since 2018

SMVS Schweizerische Gesellschaft für die Verifizierung von Arzneimitteln GmbH is an association concerned with the verification of medicinal products. The website provides information about the EMVS/NMVS database system and lists contact details and legal notices.

SNiv Schweizer Netzinfrastrukturverband für Kommunikation, Energie, Transport und ICT 

Zurich · Since 2015

The Swiss Network Infrastructure Association (SNiv) is a trade association that represents Swiss companies that plan, build and operate communication, energy, transport and ICT infrastructures. The company's core activity is to act as an interest group for these companies and support them in planning, building and operating network infrastructures.

SNK Social Networking Establishment Schaan Zweigniederlassung St.Gallen 

St. Gallen · Since 2024

The core activity of SNK Social Networking Establishment is to provide social support and accompaniment to individuals, families, and institutions in various life situations. This includes offers such as coaching, crisis intervention, supervised living, rapid response interventions, and stationary living. The company works on the basis of the empowerment approach, which aims to strengthen existing potential and encourage the development of one's own possibilities. The core activities can be specified as follows: Social accompaniment and support, Coaching and counseling, Crisis intervention and conflict resolution, Supervised living and stationary living, Rapid response interventions and mobile support, Development of individual solutions for people in various life situations.

Social Impact Ventures GmbH 

Zurich · Since 2019

Social Impact Ventures GmbH provides services in venture philanthropy, sustainable impact investing and corporate social responsibility (CSR), helping projects mobilise funding toward impact through technology, educational services and targeted marketing.

Social Investors Partners AG 

Zurich · Since 2010

Social Investors Partners AG is an independent philanthropic advisory firm offering the full spectrum of services for philanthropists, families and foundations. Its services include strategy development, foundation management, evaluation, research and implementation across thematic areas such as education, migration, water and sanitation, agriculture, arts and women’s empowerment.

Société Coopérative Accueil 

Payerne · Since 1963

Société Coopérative Accueil receives, dries, conditions and stores cereals, manufactures animal feeds, and retails baking flours and other agricultural products.

Société coopérative Cellios 

Lausanne · Since 2020

The core activity of Cellios is the promotion and implementation of projects for the production of renewable energy, particularly through the installation of photovoltaic systems on the roofs of private individuals, public institutions and companies, with the aim of supporting sustainable energy transition.

Société Coopérative COOL Aviation Flying Club 

Rolle · Since 2016

Société Coopérative COOL Aviation Flying Club is a private aviation company offering charter and on‑demand flights. It operates Pilatus PC‑12 and PC‑24 aircraft capable of using short and unpaved runways, and provides passenger transport as well as carriage of bulky items such as bicycles and surfboards.

Société coopérative de fromagerie du Mont-de-Travers et environs 

Travers · Since 1927

Société coopérative de fromagerie du Mont-de-Travers et environs produces and sells cheeses and other dairy products. The cooperative operates an artisanal cheesemaking process that includes fresh dairy items, offers cheese platters, raclette equipment and event catering, and collaborates with local milk producers.

Société coopérative de fromagerie Duo Vallon 

Les Bayards · Since 2012

Société coopérative de fromagerie Duo Vallon produces and matures cheese and dairy products, including Gruyère AOP, fondue mixes, raclette and butter.

Société coopérative de fromagerie du Haut-Jorat 

Peney-Le-Jorat

The core activity of the company "Fromagerie du Haut-Jorat" is the production of cheese products, particularly Gruyère AOP, as well as the processing of milk into other products such as butter, yogurt, and fondue mixes. The company is also active in retail and operates a sales outlet ("Le Magaz") for its products.

Société coopérative de fromagerie "Les Cuardis" 

Villars-Burquin

Société coopérative de fromagerie "Les Cuardis" produces artisanal dairy products such as Gruyère AOP, tommes, séracs, yoghurts, butter, cream and milk. The cooperative works with local farms, retails regional artisanal products in its shop and accepts special orders for platters, gift baskets and fondue mixes.

Société coopérative de laiterie de Rossinière 

Rossinière

Société coopérative de laiterie de Rossinière produces and sells dairy and meat products, including a range of cheeses, butter, cream and yogurts. The cooperative processes mainly milk from its own flock of sheep and also uses cow and goat milk to make fresh and aged products offered through retail partners and an online shop.

Société coopérative de laiterie et fromagerie centrale de Bière 

Bière

Société coopérative de laiterie et fromagerie centrale de Bière produces cheese including Gruyère AOP, semi-hard specialties, sérac and yogurts. Its products are sold in the shop and via vending machines; the operation also offers equipment rental for events and accepts customers' own containers.

Société coopérative Diablerets-Isenau 360 

Les Diablerets · Since 2020

Société coopérative Diablerets-Isenau 360 is carrying out a renovation project for the former Isenau arrival station and is developing a year‑round activities concept. It plans modular spaces for sport, culture, events, wellness and gastronomy, operates the 'Terrasse d'Isenau 360°' and offers share purchases to join the community.

Société coopérative du Fonds de secours de la Société pédagogique vaudoise 

Lausanne · Since 1918

Société coopérative du Fonds de secours de la Société pédagogique vaudoise provides financial assistance to active SPV members facing temporary hardship. Services include aid for prolonged absence due to illness or accident, long-term loans, non‑repayable grants and a family indemnity in case of a member's death; membership in the fund is included in the SPV contribution.

Société coopérative Vaud-Genève des producteurs de bétail de boucherie SVGB 

Moudon · Since 1980

The core activity of FVSE (Société Vaud-Genève des producteurs de Bétail de Boucherie) is to represent and promote the interests of cattle breeders and meat producers in the Vaud-Genève region of Switzerland.

Société des Entrepreneurs Suisses en Echafaudages (SESE), Section Genevoise (AGE) 

Le Lignon · Since 1989

The core activity of the company is the representation and promotion of the interests of companies and professionals in the field of scaffolding construction in Switzerland, particularly in the Geneva region. This includes organizing training and further education for scaffolding builders, representing the industry to other organizations and authorities, as well as promoting cooperation between member companies.

Société Genevoise de Droit et de Législation 

Carouge Ge · Since 1998

The core activity of SGDL (Société Genevoise de Droit et de Législation) is the organization of conferences, events and awards in the field of law and legislation, particularly in Switzerland. The company also provides a platform for the exchange of information and knowledge between legal experts, lawyers and other interested parties. There is no indication of direct economic or commercial activity, but rather of a non-profit or profession-related activity.

Société Immobilière de l'Eglise Libre de la Côte-aux-Fées 

La Côte-Aux-Fées

The company's core activity is the organization and implementation of religious activities and services as part of an evangelical church community. This includes worship services, Bible studies, prayer meetings, youth and children's activities, as well as support for missions and social projects.

SOCIETE SUISSE DE MEDECINE ESTHETIQUE 

Clarens · Since 1994

The core activity of the company "Société Suisse de Médecine Esthétique" (SSME) is to form an association of doctors from various specialties who have specialized in non-surgical treatments to improve the external appearance of their patients. The SSME regularly organizes congresses and workshops for the further education and exchange of experiences of its members.

Société Suisse de Psychiatrie Sociale 

Lausanne · Since 2021

The core activity of So-Psy is the promotion of social psychiatry, particularly in supporting patients and their families in combating discrimination against mental illnesses. This also includes advising health authorities on the development of evidence-based services that promote recovery in the community, as well as organizing training and conferences to develop multidisciplinary skills.

Section de La Chaux-de-Fonds - Neuchâtel de la Société suisse des employés de commerce 

La Chaux-De-Fonds · Since 1913

Société Suisse des Employés de Commerce SEC La Chaux-de-Fonds - Neuchâtel provides continuing education and career support for commercial employees, including career counselling (CEP), certificate courses, and preparation for federal professional qualifications.

Society on Sarcopenia, Cachexia and Wasting Disorders 

Vulliens · Since 2015

Society on Sarcopenia, Cachexia and Wasting Disorders is a non-profit scientific organization that brings together an international, multidisciplinary group of healthcare professionals. The society promotes research, education and practical clinical approaches to sarcopenia, cachexia and other muscle-wasting disorders and provides resources such as conferences, guidelines and a publications digest.

Solana Stiftung 

Zug · Since 2019

The core activity of Solana Foundation is to promote and support the decentralization, adoption, and security of the Solana network, a permissionless network for the development of decentralized financial products and services. This includes providing grants and funding to developers, supporting validators and RPC node operators, and promoting staking and delegation to enhance the network's security and censorship resistance.

Solidago Naturschutz GmbH 

Münchenstein · Since 2010

Solidago Naturschutz GmbH is a conservation company that carries out practical conservation work and provides planning and implementation of conservation measures. It develops and implements projects such as pond and biotope creation, hedgerow and woodland management, invasive species control, and operates work-integration and day-structure programs for people with limited access to the labour market.

Solidaritätsstiftung Alterswohnen Grosshöchstetten 

Grosshöchstetten · Since 2001

Solidaritätsstiftung Alterswohnen Grosshöchstetten provides financial support to the Genossenschaft Seniorenwohnungen Grosshöchstetten by granting a loan, with the interest from the foundation’s capital intended to benefit elderly people from Grosshöchstetten and the surrounding area who have modest incomes or assets.

Solidaritätsfonds SUISSIMAGE 

Bern · Since 1990

Solidaritätsfonds SUISSIMAGE provides financial assistance and advisory support to film industry professionals and their relatives who face social hardship, and administers measures to supplement pension benefits for Suissimage members.

Solidaritätsstiftung Bildung Bern 

Bern · Since 2008

The core activity of the company 'Bildung Bern' is the representation and promotion of the interests of teachers and school leaders in the canton of Bern, particularly in the areas of education policy, further education and consulting. The company offers its members various services, such as legal advice, insurance and information on education policy issues. It also engages in public activities to improve the quality of education and the interests of its members.

Soliday Stiftung Aargau 

Suhr · Since 2008

Soliday Stiftung Aargau supports social projects that promote social cohesion, integration, early childhood support and education. The foundation prioritizes grants for children from families affected by poverty and funds initiatives such as parent courses for migrant and refugee families and inclusion measures in playgroups; donations are acknowledged with donation receipts.

Soliday Stiftung Schweiz 

Suhr · Since 2008

Soliday Stiftung Schweiz supports social projects that promote social cohesion, integration, early childhood development and education. The foundation focuses grants on children from families affected by poverty and has funded initiatives such as parenting courses for migrants and refugees and inclusion programmes in playgroups. It accepts donations, issues donation receipts and states that donations are tax-deductible.

Solidus Foundation 

Basel · Since 2013

Solidus Foundation supports institutions and initiatives that advance cultural, social, and spiritual flourishing. Its work includes support for projects in the sciences, humanities, arts, sports and leadership development, as well as efforts to promote peace, justice, health, education and care for marginalized groups and to strengthen knowledge of and commitment to core spiritual teachings about loving God and one’s neighbors.

Somaha Stiftung 

Zurich · Since 2021

The core activity of the Somaha Foundation is to promote projects and initiatives that advocate for people in need, an open and diverse society, and the protection of nature. In particular, the foundation focuses on the themes of nature and environmental protection, inclusive governance, and impact investing. It supports projects that have a positive impact on society and the environment, and promotes the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the United Nations.

SOMAZZI STIFTUNG 

Bern · Since 1964

The core activity of the Somazzi Foundation is to award a prize annually to women or women's organizations that are committed to gender equality and peace in the sense of the foundation's purpose. The foundation does not provide financial or sponsorship contributions, but focuses on recognizing and honoring women who work towards these goals.

So natürlich GmbH 

Balsthal · Since 2001

The core activity of the company 'So Natürlich GmbH' is the promotion and marketing of regional agricultural products and specialties from the canton of Solothurn and other regions of Switzerland. The company supports local producers in marketing their products and provides a platform for the sale of regional specialties.

Sörenberg Flühli Tourismus 

Sörenberg · Since 1960

Sörenberg Flühli Tourismus is the tourism organisation and provides information on leisure offers, accommodations and dining. The website covers winter and summer activities (such as skiing, cross‑country, snowshoeing, hiking and biking), events and practical services including webcams, timetables and ticket sales.

Sorgentelefon für Kinder GmbH 

Burgdorf · Since 1993

The Sorgentelefon for children is a private institution specializing in telephone and electronic life and crisis counseling for children. The company's core activity is to provide counseling and assistance to children through various communication channels such as telephone, e-mail and SMS.

Sortenorganisation Appenzeller Käse GmbH 

Appenzell · Since 1998

Sortenorganisation Appenzeller Käse GmbH protects and promotes the Appenzeller cheese brand and its provenance; it is responsible for quality assurance, production planning and regulation, market and sales promotion, and setting market-appropriate prices. The organisation represents the Appenzeller cheese sector to authorities and the public and does not distribute profits.

SOS Naylla 

Le Mont-Sur-Lausanne · Since 2021

The core activity of SOS Naylla is to collect donations and provide humanitarian aid by financing and operating a Bateau-Ambulance in the Maues region of Brazil's Amazonas region, in order to quickly and efficiently treat medical emergencies and thus save lives.

Sostare Sagl 

Bellinzona · Since 2015

The core activity of SOSTARE is the operation of a non-profit social enterprise that focuses on the integration and inclusion of unemployed individuals and those in vulnerable situations. This is achieved through the combination of entrepreneurial activities in the field of gastronomy (Ristorante Casa del Popolo) with social and professional integration and inclusion measures.