Associations & Interest Groups

Stiftung Somaskanda Ashram 

Fideris · Since 2019

The company's core activity is the operation of an ashram, offering spiritual and religious activities, including meditation, prayers, pujas and retreats. The ashram also provides accommodation and catering for visitors and follows a philosophy of selfless service (Seva).

Stiftung Sonne für Kinder mit Beeinträchtigung 

Törbel · Since 2009

The core activity of the company 'Sonne für behinderte Kinder' is to organize and implement projects and activities that offer joy and support to disabled children and their families. This includes, in particular, the organization of events and actions aimed at improving the quality of life of disabled children and promoting their integration into society.

Stiftung Sonnenschein 

Schwyz · Since 2016

The core activity of the Sonnenschein Foundation is the direct and indirect support of families with a child suffering from cancer, particularly through financial, idealistic and social assistance. This includes cooperation with the University Children's Hospital Zurich, support for the oncology department and assistance for the children treated there and their families.

Stiftung Sonnmatt 

Hoffeld · Since 2019

Stiftung Sonrisa del Corazón 

Wangen B. Dübendorf · Since 2014

Stiftung Sonrisa del Corazón provides scholarships and educational support to children and young people, with a particular focus on vocational training. It also offers targeted family assistance to improve living conditions and directs donations to projects in Guatemala; board members work on a voluntary basis.

stiftung sostenuto 

Bern · Since 2015

stiftung sostenuto provides financial support to individuals, families, organisations and projects working in social assistance, animal welfare, nature conservation and arts and culture. The foundation accepts applications via an online form, manages earmarked subfunds and offers donors options to transfer assets or place funds under its administration.

Stiftung Sozialwerke Paz 

Wetzikon Zh · Since 1995

The core activity of the PAZ PERU Foundation is to support children and families in difficult life situations in Peru, particularly in the Arequipa region. For over 30 years, the foundation has been committed to helping and supporting people in need, with the goal of improving the well-being and future prospects of children.

Stiftung Sozialkasse der Universität Bern 

Bern · Since 1992

The core activity of the company "University of Bern" is research and teaching in the field of sciences, including the provision of study programs, research projects and further education opportunities.

Stiftung Spital Schwyz 

Rickenbach B. Schwyz · Since 2022

Stiftung Spital Schwyz supports innovative projects in primary medical care and provides targeted, non-tariff funding to complement the hospital's services, focusing on sustainable initiatives that benefit patients.

Stiftung Spitex Region Emmental 

Langnau Im Emmental · Since 2021

Stiftung Spitex Region Emmental provides nursing and domestic services and offers specialised care such as dementia care, palliative care, wound treatment and foot care. Its services include assessment, basic and treatment nursing, psychiatric nursing and other supportive services.

Stiftung Spitex Grindelwald 

Grindelwald · Since 2012

Stiftung Spitex Grindelwald provides home care services, including nursing care, household assistance, wound care, accompaniment and counselling.

Stiftung Stadtspital Zürich 

Zurich · Since 2023

The core activity of the company 'Stiftung Stadtspital' is the provision of healthcare services, in particular the medical care and nursing of patients in a hospital or clinic.

Stiftung Standortförderung Aarau und Region 

Aarau · Since 2020

Stiftung Standortförderung Aarau und Region manages activities in economic development, city management and tourism and leads strategic initiatives to support the sustainable development of the region.

Stiftung Steps for Children Schweiz 

Altendorf · Since 2010

The core activity of the company 'steps for children' consists of implementing projects that focus on promoting education, training and employment for children and young people in the poorest conditions. The projects aim to empower people to help themselves and become independent of donations. This includes the establishment of small businesses, the creation of jobs and the implementation of educational and training measures.

Stiftung St.Galler Landwirtschaft 

Flawil · Since 1983

The core activity of the St.Galler Landwirtschaft Foundation is to support farmers, agricultural workers and rural organizations in the event of accidents, disability and hardship. It is also committed to social causes and sustainable projects in agriculture.

Stiftung Summerwis 

Schaffhausen · Since 2019

Stiftung Summerwis provides support for people who require special assistance and care and can create and operate suitable facilities. As a replacement for the 'Soziales Wohnen Geissberg' shelter the foundation plans a facility with 30 rooms for people at risk of homelessness and about 25 work and activity places, with financing mainly through grants (including the Windler‑Stiftung) and public construction contributions.

Stiftung Succursus 

St. Gallen · Since 2006

The core activity of the Succursus Foundation is the management of donations and foundation funds for charitable and non-profit purposes. It offers the possibility of providing individual and targeted support for specific concerns, even with smaller foundation assets.

Stiftung Sucht 

Basel · Since 2000

The core activity of the company is the employment and integration of people with addiction problems and socially disadvantaged individuals through the execution of specific orders from the economy for companies, businesses and institutions, particularly through manual and industrial series work in a professional workshop.

Stiftung Suzanne und Hans Biäsch zur Förderung der Angewandten Psychologie 

Zurich · Since 1972

The company's core activity is the promotion of applied psychology in Switzerland, particularly through the support of research projects, publications and conferences in the field of psychology, with a focus on application-oriented research in the areas of education and training, work, organization and economy, transport and safety, media, health and counseling.

Stiftung Suyana 

Zug · Since 2003

The company's core activity is to support individuals, families and communities in the areas of healthcare, education and basic needs, particularly in vulnerable regions, by implementing projects and improving access and quality in these areas, in order to enable a fulfilling and self-determined life.

Stiftung Suzanne und Ernst Zingg 

Ittigen · Since 1968

The core activity of the Suzanne and Ernst Zingg Foundation is to provide financial support to sick and needy people, particularly through the financing of home improvements, special equipment and the training of care and nursing staff.

Stiftung Swiss Excellence 

Zurich · Since 2004

The company develops and distributes sensors with intelligent analytics to maximize the operating life of buildings and bridges. The core activity consists of digitizing infrastructure through the use of digital twins and analyzing collected data to gain insights and optimize the maintenance and upkeep of buildings and bridges.

Stiftung Swiss Medical Teams 

Bern · Since 2001

The core activity of Swiss Medical Teams is the implementation of medical training and further education projects in developing countries, particularly through unpaid deployments of medical specialists on site and the support of professionals from these countries in further education in Switzerland.

Stiftung SWICA Gesundheitsorganisation 

St. Gallen · Since 1982

Stiftung SWICA Gesundheitsorganisation provides health insurance (basic and supplementary) and related health services, including telemedicine (santé24), prevention programmes and digital customer services such as mySWICA.

Stiftung SWONET 

Aarau · Since 2014

Stiftung SWONET operates an online platform that coordinates communication, information and networking for women's and men's organisations. It organises events such as the Business & Network Day and runs projects including SWONET ON STAGE and SWONET GIRL.

Stiftung Taunerhaus Roggwil 

Roggwil Be · Since 2015

The company's core activity is the operation of a scout house, including the rental of rooms for events and the production of meat and cheese products in its own smokehouse.

Stiftung The Spirit of Bern 

Muri B. Bern · Since 2015

Stiftung The Spirit of Bern organises an annual one-day conference that brings together representatives from business, academia and politics to foster interdisciplinary dialogue on socially relevant topics.

Stiftung Tibet forever 

Affoltern Am Albis · Since 2007

Stiftung Tibet forever supports education, health and development projects for Tibetan communities in India and Nepal and arranges sponsorships for children, nuns, monks, students and people in need. The organisation reviews projects regularly, visits partners on site and channels donations directly to beneficiaries.

Stiftung Tierheim Olten 

Wangen B. Olten · Since 1984

The core activity of the company is the operation of an animal shelter, where stray cats, dogs and small animals find temporary or permanent homes. This includes the accommodation, care and supervision of the animals, as well as the implementation of projects to improve the living conditions of the animals.

Stiftung Tierhilfe Costa Blanca 

Pfäffikon Sz · Since 2006

The core activity of the company 'Stiftung Tierhilfe Costa Blanca' is the collection of donations to support and help dogs and cats in need along the Costa Blanca in Spain. The foundation focuses particularly on on-site assistance, veterinary care, and the placement of animals in new homes. It also advocates for the sterilization of feral cats and dogs to reduce animal suffering.

Stiftung ToGo opening eyes 

Baden · Since 2014

The core activity of the company 'ToGo opening eyes' is humanitarian support in Africa, particularly in the field of ophthalmology, with the aim of combating poverty, hunger and social inequality and promoting the health and well-being of people.

Stiftung Topas 

Thalheim Ag · Since 2008

Stiftung TORUS 

Merlischachen · Since 2022

The core activity of the TORUS Foundation is to recognize and support care collectives through targeted awards and financial support, with the aim of achieving sustainable improvements in the care sector and strengthening the rights and working conditions of care workers.

Stiftung Treffpunkt der Gehörlosen 

Zurich · Since 1981

The core activity of the company 'sichtbar GEHÖRLOSE ZÜRICH' is the promotion and support of deaf people in the canton of Zurich. This includes organizing meeting points, courses, events and offers for social integration, education and communication in sign language. The company acts as a non-profit umbrella organization for deaf self-help in the canton of Zurich and offers various services and activities to support the needs and interests of deaf people.

Stiftung - "Traumfänger" 

Davos Platz · Since 2009

The core activity of the company "Traumfänger Stiftung" is to support and promote underprivileged children, particularly in countries such as Laos and Cambodia, by implementing projects and providing resources to improve their social, cultural and economic situation and to promote their education and development.

Stiftung Trix 

Biel/Bienne · Since 2005

Stiftung Trix provides grants and support for selected social and cultural projects, with funding focused on initiatives that address societal needs.

Stiftung tunSchweiz 

Basel · Since 2009

The core activity of the tunSchweiz foundation is to inspire and promote children and young people in the subjects of mathematics, computer science, natural sciences and technology (MINT) by offering interactive experience exhibitions and research stations, in order to counteract the shortage of young talent in these areas.

Stiftung Ulmus 

Zurich · Since 2006

The core activity of the Ulmus Foundation is development cooperation, particularly in the areas of education, environmental protection, organic farming and health, through long-term support of partner organizations in developing countries.

Stiftung Umwelteinsatz Schweiz (SUS) 

Bern · Since 1995

The core activity of the Umwelteinsatz Foundation is the maintenance and preservation of nature reserves, particularly in biotope care, dry meadow and pasture care, raised bog care, amphibian breeding ground care and the control of invasive non-native plant species. In addition, the foundation is also active in dry stone wall construction.

Stiftung Urgestein 

Guggisberg · Since 2003

The core activity of the Urgestein Foundation is to promote young people from disadvantaged backgrounds through non-formal learning opportunities and volunteer placements. To this end, the foundation operates a seminar and warehouse building known as the Weitblick-Haus, which can be booked on the website. The foundation offers various projects and activities, such as Tech2Peace, Theater for Youth, Stones & Stories, and volunteer placements (EVS), to support and promote young people.

Stiftung VADEMECUM der Integrativen Medizin 

Kesswil · Since 2023

The core activity of Vademecum is the promotion and support of Integrative Medicine, particularly through the provision of information and resources for professionals and interested parties.

Stiftung Valendas Impuls 

Valendas · Since 2011

The core activity of the Valendas Impuls Foundation is the promotion and support of village development in Valendas through voluntary work.

Stiftung Vermächtnisse Zollikofe mitenang 

Zollikofen · Since 1994

Stiftung Vermächtnisse Zollikofe mitenang arranges and coordinates volunteers who provide practical, unpaid support to local residents and to inhabitants of the Senevita Bernerrose care home, including shopping, visiting and accompaniment, transport, pet care, household and garden help, and basic assistance with phones and computers.

Stiftung Vergessene Hunde 

Weisslingen · Since 2014

The company's core activity is to support and mediate dogs, particularly "forgotten" and unloved dogs, as well as to promote animal welfare and raise awareness for a dignified coexistence between humans and dogs.

Stiftung Vision Zukunft 

Buchs Ag · Since 2004

The core activity of the Vision Zukunft Foundation is to finance and support non-profit, altruistic and religious organizations and their projects in the areas of drug education, drug rehabilitation, education, environment and similar areas throughout Switzerland, with the aim of promoting the improvement of humanity and society.

Stiftung Vives 

Winterthur · Since 2014

The core activity of the Stiftung VIVES company is to promote access to clean water and sanitation facilities for disadvantaged children and families, particularly in schools, as well as to educate school children on hygiene. To this end, a portion of the revenue from the sale of mineral water distributed by VIVES GmbH is used to finance water projects.

Stiftung Vogel- und Naturschutz 

Grenchen · Since 1995

The company's core activity is bird and nature conservation, particularly the promotion and protection of birds, amphibians and other species in the Grenchen region. This includes activities such as the manufacture and sale of nesting boxes, the detection of swift breeding sites, the promotion of reed areas and the organization of events and information stands on the topic of nature conservation.

Stiftung VRM Maler - Gipser 

St. Gallen · Since 2016

The core activity of ima ag is the development and distribution of standard solutions for trading companies, industrial enterprises and offices, particularly in the areas of accounts receivable management and payroll reporting, as well as the provision of turnkey overall solutions and maintenance services for small and medium-sized enterprises.

Stiftung Wakina Mama Na Watoto 

Arlesheim · Since 1994

The core activity of Wakina Mama na Watoto is the implementation of humanitarian projects in Tanzania, particularly in the areas of education, health and infrastructure, with the aim of improving the living conditions of the local population and promoting sustainable development.

Stiftung Waldhaus am See, St. Moritz 

St. Moritz · Since 2003

Stiftung Waldhaus am See, St. Moritz is a hotel and restaurant operating as a 3‑star superior establishment that provides guest rooms and food and beverage services. Its facilities include a restaurant, an Alpine Spa, the "Devil’s Place" whisky bar (noted in the Guinness World Records for its whisky collection) and a wine cellar.