Companies in
NGOs & NPOs

Verein Mädchenhaus Zürich, Wohnraum und Schutz für gewaltbetroffene Mädchen und junge Frauen

NGOs & NPOs · Zurich · Since 2021

The company provides support and protection services for girls who have become victims of abuse. The core activities include: * Protection and accommodation at a secret location * Provision of necessary items such as clothing, hygiene products, public transportation tickets, and pocket money * Educational support and leisure activities * Accompaniment in developing new future perspectives * Assistance in dealing with the family * Aftercare upon request The company works in a partisan manner and involves the girls' social environment in its work. The employees are professional women from the social sector with additional training in victim support, systemic counseling, child protection, and trauma pedagogy.

Verein Mamma

NGOs & NPOs · Münchenstein · Since 2008

The core activity of the Mamma association is to promote a culture of life, particularly in protecting the unborn child from conception and supporting families and single parents. The association is committed to opposing abortions, cloning and research with embryonic stem cells, and advocates for life-saving measures for embryos and premature babies. It carries out public awareness and prevention work and provides support for pregnant women and families.

Verein Mensch - Natur

NGOs & NPOs · Herisau · Since 2012

Verein Mensch - Natur is an association for labour‑market integration that provides work placements, targeted job coaching and acts as a recognised personnel placement agency. Its departments include a wood workshop, an atelier, landscape maintenance, an application office and administrative services, and it offers production, services and a shop with nature‑related products.

Verein Naturnetz

NGOs & NPOs · Zurich · Since 2007

The core activity of Naturnetz is the implementation of nature conservation projects, environmental education and corporate volunteering. Specifically, this includes the maintenance of nature reserves and other ecologically valuable areas, the organization of work assignments for civil servants, environmental education camps for schools and companies, as well as the creation of information boards for environmental projects.

Verein PerspektivA

NGOs & NPOs · Hosenruck · Since 2014

The core activity of PerspektivA is social support and assistance for people in various life situations. This includes in particular: German courses for people of all levels, support in everyday life, job training and coaching, life accompaniment, and practical work experience in agriculture. PerspektivA positions itself as a social non-profit organization that aims to give people hope and provide practical help.

Verein ProClowns

NGOs & NPOs · Winterthur · Since 2023

The core activity of the company 'ProClowns' consists of organizing and conducting visits by trained clowns to hospitals, long-term care institutions and facilities for people with disabilities, in order to promote and improve the joy of life and quality of life of these individuals.

Verein Project Rescue

NGOs & NPOs · Zurich · Since 2022

The core activity of Project Rescue is to provide assistance and support to people who are victims of human trafficking, sexual or economic exploitation. This includes, in particular, organizing return journeys and reintegration into their home country, as well as providing emergency accommodation, medical and psychological care, legal advice and support with bureaucratic procedures.

Verein Pro Kind

NGOs & NPOs · Winterthur · Since 2003

The core activity of the Pro Kind association is to promote educational programs for children and young people in Ethiopia, as well as to network adoptive families and provide further training for adoptive parents in Switzerland.

Verein Pro Pferd

NGOs & NPOs · Zurich · Since 2002

Verein Pro Pferd supports research projects focused on horse health and welfare and on improving human–horse interaction. The organisation funds and evaluates practice-oriented studies, publishes project reports and organises seminars and training.

Verein pro swisspeace

NGOs & NPOs · Basel · Since 2024

Verein Robi-Spiel-Aktionen Basel

NGOs & NPOs · Basel · Since 2013

The core activity of the Robi-Spiel-Aktionen Basel association is to provide socio-pedagogically supervised play and leisure activities for children and young people in Basel-Stadt and Birsfelden. This includes: operating neighborhood playgrounds (Robi playgrounds), mobile play animation with playmobiles, children's vacation city at changing locations, rental of play equipment for bounce castles, catapults, play vehicles, etc., daily structures and lunch tables in schools and communities, day vacation offers, and the organization of events such as the fairy tale forest and the children's vacation city. The association thus offers a wide range of activities aimed at promoting, caring for and entertaining children and young people.

Verein Rotary Jugendaustausch Schweiz / Liechtenstein

NGOs & NPOs · Lenzburg · Since 2021

The company is involved in the organization and administration of exchange programs for students, particularly within the framework of Rotary programs. The core activity includes the care and support of exchange students, placement with host families, visa and insurance processing, as well as general preparation for stays abroad or in Switzerland.

Verein Rumänienhilfe

NGOs & NPOs · Spiez · Since 2004

The company's core activity is the organization and implementation of aid projects in Romania, particularly in Cluj-Napoca, with the aim of alleviating social distress and supporting people in need. This includes the collection and transportation of relief goods, support for the elderly, childcare in a day care center, and the distribution of Christmas gifts to those in need.

Verein Salio

NGOs & NPOs · Zurich · Since 2024

The company's core activity is the operation of a second-hand shop or a goods acceptance center, where used goods are accepted, sold and disposed of. Additionally, the company offers services such as transportation, clearance, disposal and final cleaning.

Verein Schweizerisches Rotes Kreuz

NGOs & NPOs · Bern · Since 2009

Verein Schweizerisches Rotes Kreuz is a humanitarian organisation that provides emergency aid, disaster preparedness, and health and social services. The organisation operates in Switzerland and runs humanitarian and development projects abroad.

Verein SHARKPROJECT Switzerland

NGOs & NPOs · Oberglatt Zh · Since 2008

Verein Sharkproject Switzerland is an organization dedicated to shark and marine conservation. It raises funds for conservation projects, runs educational programmes and supports research and advocacy activities.

Verein smarthöfe

NGOs & NPOs · Freienbach · Since 2021

Verein smarthöfe is a working platform that initiates projects on digitalisation and connectivity and implements infrastructure projects. The association serves as a knowledge and experience network, facilitating cooperation among businesses, energy and water providers and public authorities to develop practical projects in infrastructure, buildings, energy and mobility.

Verein Sonflora Schweiz

NGOs & NPOs · Cham · Since 2022

The core activity of Sonflora is to support and promote children from disadvantaged families in Nicaragua, particularly in the areas of education, health and psychosocial development. The focus is on ensuring a violence-free childhood and adolescence, as well as supporting children in their development into independent, self-confident individuals.

Verein Spitex Oberes Langetental

NGOs & NPOs · Huttwil · Since 2013

Verein Spitex Oberes Langetental provides home-based nursing, treatment and care services as well as tailored domestic help and relief services. The organization cooperates with general practitioners, hospitals and other healthcare partners and offers online registration for clients and healthcare professionals.

Verein Sportler:innen für Offenheit und Vielfalt

NGOs & NPOs · Schaffhausen · Since 2022

Verein Sportler:innen für Offenheit und Vielfalt promotes an open, pluralistic and liberal society and conducts activities addressing racism, antisemitism and discrimination with a focus on sport, including moderated encounters and workshops for football clubs.

Verein Stägetritt

NGOs & NPOs · Winterthur · Since 2022

The core activity of the Stägetritt association is to provide social services and offers for families, children and socially disadvantaged people. These include, among other things, childcare, parent-child programs, events, support services and projects for labor integration. The association aims to support people in their development and help them overcome obstacles.

Verein St. Petrus

NGOs & NPOs · St. Pelagiberg · Since 1989

Verein St. Petrus is a Catholic community served by the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter that provides liturgies and pastoral care in the traditional Roman Rite. The community maintains a regular schedule of Masses, offers sacraments, catechesis and various parish groups, and uses the Haus St. Benedikt for its activities.

Verein Swiss Township-Network

NGOs & NPOs · Oberkirch Lu · Since 2016

The core activity of Swiss Township-Network is to support and develop projects in South Africa, particularly in townships, with the goal of improving the living conditions of the people living there. This includes specific activities such as: operating a sewing center to promote sewing skills and related abilities; distributing Wonderbags, a type of insulated cooking bag, to save energy and facilitate cooking; promoting sanitary pads and other sanitary facilities; and supporting municipalities and local communities in the development of projects and initiatives. The association focuses on sustainable and small-scale projects to achieve long-term improvements in the townships.

Verein Teach a Child - Africa

NGOs & NPOs · Muri B. Bern · Since 2010

The core activity of the company 'Teach a Child - Africa' is to enable disadvantaged children in Kenya to access secondary education by paying school fees, uniforms and other essential items, in order to help the children achieve their full academic potential and break the cycle of poverty.

Verein Tierhilfe Waldeck

NGOs & NPOs · Weier Im Emmental · Since 2023

The core activity of the company 'Tierhilfe Waldeck' is to support and help needy and homeless pets, including financing species-appropriate housing facilities and mediating animals into new families. The association is a non-profit organization that collects donations to achieve its goals.

Verein ungerwägs

NGOs & NPOs · Oberwangen B. Bern · Since 2007

The core activity of the company "ungerwägs" consists of implementing social and humanitarian projects, particularly in Switzerland and Moldova. These include, among others: * Child and youth welfare (e.g. Kinderexpress, summer camp) * Social services for families, singles and elderly people * Transport of relief goods with a truck * Support for people in life crises * Implementation of projects such as "warm feet", "give joy" and "school bag action". The association is financed through donations and also operates an online shop.

Verein Visionost

NGOs & NPOs · Lausen · Since 2023

The core activity of Vision Ost is the implementation of humanitarian and social projects in various countries around the world, particularly in the areas of: founding churches and social institutions, supporting neglected children and adolescents, caring for people in need, including the homeless, drug and alcohol addicts, establishing schools and educational institutions, and implementing aid projects for people in need, including food distribution and medical care. The company is funded exclusively through voluntary donations and aims to provide long-term support and self-sufficiency to people in need.

"Verein we care", Zürich

NGOs & NPOs · Zurich · Since 2002

The core activity of the company 'we care' is the implementation of humanitarian projects and the provision of support for people in need, particularly through the assumption of costs for medical treatments, self-help assistance, school sponsorships and other smaller forms of support.

Verein wemakeit.ch

NGOs & NPOs · Zurich · Since 2013

Verein wemakeit.ch is a crowdfunding platform for creative and community projects that provides tools and support for creators to fund, present and promote their campaigns. The site also offers consulting, coaching and paid promotion services and describes a community ownership model.

Verein Women's Hope International (WHI)

NGOs & NPOs · Bern · Since 2015

The core activity of Women's Hope International is to advocate for and promote the rights of women and girls, particularly in Africa and Asia, to lead healthy and self-determined lives. To achieve this, the company works with local partner organizations to establish and expand basic medical services.

Verein zum Schutz von herrenlosen und ausgesetzten Tieren

NGOs & NPOs · Bonstetten · Since 1988

The company's core activity is animal welfare, particularly the protection of stray and abandoned animals in the Limmattal and Säuliamt regions. This includes the care of animals in a shelter, the placement of animals with new owners, and support in searching for missing animals.

Vergissmeinnicht

NGOs & NPOs · Bürglen Tg · Since 2023

The core activity of the company 'Vergissmeinnicht Tierschutzverein' is animal welfare in Egypt, specifically providing medical care, neutering and spaying of stray cats and dogs, as well as raising awareness and educating the local population about animal handling.

Victory NET Foundation

NGOs & NPOs · Geneva · Since 2014

The core activity of Victory NET Foundation is to promote research and support patients with Neuroendocrine Tumors (NETs). The foundation is committed to researching NETs, developing treatment methods and supporting those affected and their families.

Viktor Dürrenberger-Stiftung

NGOs & NPOs · Zurich · Since 1993

The core activity of the Viktor Dürrenberger Foundation is to provide financial support to foster children in Switzerland through the awarding of education grants, promotion of leisure activities, and support for further education or counseling services for foster parents and institutions in the foster care sector.

Vision Aid Suisse Stiftung

NGOs & NPOs · Zug · Since 2023

The core activity of Vision Aid Suisse is the implementation of aid projects, particularly in the area of combating avoidable blindness and promoting equal opportunities in developing countries, mainly in Africa. The company is committed to humanitarian aid and works to improve the living conditions of people in need.

Vision für Afrika Verein

NGOs & NPOs · Altdorf Ur · Since 2002

Vlaska

NGOs & NPOs · Bülach · Since 2021

Vlaska is an association that promotes the preservation, revitalization and sustainable development of the village Vlaska. The association supports technical and financial efforts to renovate buildings and facilities, promotes environmental and ecological projects including biodiversity and organic agriculture, and organises cultural, sporting and economic events funded by membership fees, donations and events.

Voith Leemann Stiftung

NGOs & NPOs · Basel · Since 2020

The company's core activity is promoting educational opportunities for girls and women, particularly in developing or emerging countries, by supporting local education projects and fostering independence and self-reliance through vocational training and empowerment courses.

Volkart Stiftung

NGOs & NPOs · Winterthur · Since 1919

Volkart Stiftung provides funding and grants for nonprofit projects in media, documentary film, ecology and social inclusion, and supports funds and initiatives that strengthen journalism and educational programs.

Walter Lippuner Stiftung

NGOs & NPOs · Schaffhausen · Since 2016

The core activity of the Walter Lippuner Foundation is to promote the integration of young people and young adults residing in the city of Schaffhausen into society. This includes, in particular, the social, linguistic, professional and cultural integration of individuals of Swiss and foreign nationality.

Walter Müller-Stiftung

NGOs & NPOs · Oberuzwil · Since 1995

The core activity of the Walter Müller Foundation is the direct and indirect support of mentally and physically disabled individuals in the region of lower Toggenburg and Fürstenland, particularly through the financing of projects and the provision of assistance in minor matters where family and social networks are lacking.

Walter und Anna Jäggi-Stiftung

NGOs & NPOs · Obergerlafingen · Since 2021

The core activity of the Walter and Anna Jäggi Foundation is to support social institutions and needy individuals, particularly in the following areas: * Supporting poor, sick and disabled children and adults * Supporting children's homes, special schools, nursing homes and retirement homes * Providing affordable rental housing to socially disadvantaged families with children or to individuals from modest social backgrounds.

Walter und Melanie Strobel Stiftung

NGOs & NPOs · Chur · Since 2020

The core activity of the Walter and Melanie Strobel Foundation is to support animals, particularly cats in Graubünden, as well as to support projects in animal and nature conservation in Costa Rica. This includes, among other things, carrying out neutering campaigns, food distributions and treatments for injuries, as well as collaborating with local partners such as veterinary practices and hotels to help animals in need.

Watch Tower Bible and Tract Society of Pennsylvania, Coraopolis, Zweigniederlassung Thun

NGOs & NPOs · Thun · Since 1972

Water for Life Foundation

NGOs & NPOs · Basel · Since 2011

The core activity of the company 'Water for Life' is to support and promote projects that focus on providing clean water for people in need. The foundation is non-profit and is dedicated to collecting donations to finance these projects.

WaterKiosk Foundation

NGOs & NPOs · Zurich · Since 2011

The core activity of the company 'waterkiosk foundation' is the planning, implementation and support of projects providing clean drinking water in developing regions, particularly in Tanzania. This includes the development and implementation of water treatment and supply technologies, the construction of water facilities and the support of local communities in the long-term operation and sustainability of these projects.

WE CARE 4 - Verein für benachteiligte Kinder

NGOs & NPOs · Thalwil · Since 2005

The company's core activity is the management and provision of municipal services, including gas and water supply, waste disposal, meter reading management, processing of customer notifications and provision of online services for the municipality and its citizens. It is a public administration or municipal administration.