Cultural organisation in the
Canton of Lucerne

WannaDance AG

Since 2020 · 1–10 empl.·4.6(35)

The core activity of WannaDance is the organization of dance courses, events and performances, particularly in the field of Latin American dance styles such as Salsa, Bachata, Cha Cha Cha and others. The company offers classes for beginners and advanced learners, workshops, shows and events, and has a team of experienced dancers and instructors.

Stiftung Schule und Wohnen Mariazell Sursee

Since 1974 · 21–50 empl.·4.7(7)

Stiftung Schule und Wohnen Mariazell Sursee supports and educates children and adolescents with disabilities, focusing on language development as well as behavioural and socio-emotional development. The foundation operates special-school programmes with day school or weekly boarding from kindergarten through school-leaving qualifications and also provides integrative special-education support for pupils, their families and local mainstream schools.

Stiftung Galerie Kriens

Since 1983 · 21–50 empl.·5.0(2)

The company's core activity is the organization and implementation of changing exhibitions of contemporary art, particularly painting, graphics, object art, photography, video and installation, with a focus on Central Swiss contemporary art.

Musical Factory AG

Since 2002 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(5)

Musical Factory AG is a musical theatre and dance school offering training in dance, singing and acting. Its programmes include vocational training and recreational classes in various dance styles, as well as singing and acting lessons.

Stiftung pro jungwacht blauring

Since 2012 · 1–10 empl.·4.3(6)

The core activity of Jungwacht Blauring Schweiz is the promotion and support of children and young people in German-speaking Switzerland through various activities, groups and projects, with the aim of promoting community, acceptance, respect and responsibility. The company offers a wide range of services, such as camps, group activities, training and accompaniment, to support and accompany children and young people. It is a children's and youth association that is committed to the development and well-being of young people.

Förderverein Schule und Wohnen Mariazell Sursee

Since 2020 · 21–50 empl.·4.7(7)

Förderverein Schule und Wohnen Mariazell Sursee supports the Stiftung Schule und Wohnen Mariazell Sursee in educating and accompanying children and adolescents with disabilities, with a focus on language development and behavioural and socio-emotional development. The services include special-school programmes offered as day school or weekly boarding from kindergarten through school completion and integrative special-education support for students in mainstream schools.

Stiftung Lucerna

Since 1924 · 1–10 empl.

Stiftung Lucerna explores fundamental questions of the present through dialogue between science and the arts. It develops interdisciplinary projects, deepens discussion through events and documents its work in publications.

BERNARD VAN LEER STIFTUNG LUZERN

Since 1949 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the Bernard van Leer Foundation Lucerne is to support institutions that are committed to developing the full potential of disadvantaged children and young people, particularly in the Lucerne region and Central Switzerland, by providing funding based on requests.

Ida und Albert Flersheim-Stiftung

Since 1957 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of the Ida and Albert Flersheim Foundation is the promotion of cultural projects, particularly in the fields of music and theatre, which are realised in the city of Lucerne and its surroundings. The foundation supports publicly accessible events that foster social exchange and annually awards contributions of around CHF 50,000 to various institutions and projects.

RICHARD LEWINSOHN/MORUS-STIFTUNG

Since 1973 · 1–10 empl.

RICHARD LEWINSOHN/MORUS-STIFTUNG supports the preservation and dissemination of Richard Lewinsohn/Morus’s works. It funds projects relating to his musical and literary legacy, as well as young artists and cultural projects.

Carl Spitteler-Stiftung, Luzern

Since 1975 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of the Carl Spitteler Foundation is the promotion and preservation of the literary legacy of Carl Spitteler, a Swiss poet and Nobel laureate in literature. The foundation is committed to researching and disseminating Spitteler's work, organizing events and exhibitions, maintaining an archive and library, and supporting research and education in the field of Swiss literature and culture.

Stiftung zur Förderung der Hochschule Luzern - Technik & Architektur

Since 1978 · 1–10 empl.

Stiftung zur Förderung der Hochschule Luzern - Technik & Architektur is a department of Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts that offers bachelor’s and master’s degree programmes, continuing education, and interdisciplinary programmes. It also conducts applied research and development with a focus on buildings as systems, energy, and sustainability.

Max von Moos Stiftung

Since 1981 · 1–10 empl.

The company's core activity is the promotion and preservation of Max von Moos' artistic and cultural heritage, including the management of a foundation, the awarding of grants and the organization of events.

Maria und Walter Strebi-Erni Stiftung

Since 1982 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the Strebi Foundation is to support and promote cultural life in the city and canton of Lucerne.

Schule für das Kind

Since 1985 · 1–10 empl.

Schule für das Kind provides kindergarten, primary and secondary education as well as school support services and day-structure care, including speech therapy, school psychology and homework supervision.

Marianne und Curt Dienemann-Stiftung

Since 1986 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the Dienemann Foundation is the promotion of music, literature and regional projects through financial support and the organization of competitions.

Kulturstiftung Buttisholz

Since 1992 · 11–20 empl.

The company's core activity is the promotion and organization of cultural events, particularly in the fields of music, comedy, food and drink, in the Buttisholz region.

Stiftung Fotodokumentation Kanton Luzern

Since 1994 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the company "Fotodok - Stiftung Fotodokumentation Kanton Luzern" is the capture and documentation of current and historical photographic works in Central Switzerland.

Stiftung Chorschule des Luzerner Chors

Since 1994 · 11–20 empl.

The company's core activity is the cultivation and promotion of choral singing as well as the organization of cultural events and activities.

Bill Stiftung

Since 1996 · 1–10 empl.

Bill Stiftung manages and cares for a collection focusing on works by Max, Binia and Jakob Bill, carries out archival processing and scholarly research activities, and assists with access to the collection and requests for publication material.

IBPS Switzerland

Since 1996 · 1–10 empl.·4.3(7)

IBPS Switzerland operates a Buddhist centre in the Fo Guang Shan tradition. It organizes religious events and educational activities and promotes Buddhist teachings, culture and charitable work.

Stiftung Luzerner Kantorei

Since 2002 · 11–20 empl.·5.0(4)

The core activity of Luzerner Kantorei is the musical education and promotion of children and young people through the operation of choirs, in particular the Luzerner Sängerknaben and the Luzerner Mädchenchor, as well as through the organization of concerts and concert tours.

MARGARETE FRIEBE FRIEDENSSTIFTUNG

Since 2003 · 1–10 empl.

MARGARETE FRIEBE FRIEDENSSTIFTUNG is a Swiss foundation whose aim is to promote education of the heart worldwide. It was founded by Margarete Friebe, who also serves as its president.

zeitensprung gmbh

Since 2004 · 1–10 empl.

zeitensprung gmbh develops and delivers projects in history and cultural education. Its work includes themed city tours, exhibitions, museum education, and teaching materials on history and culture.

Stiftung für das Luzerner Sinfonieorchester

Since 2007 · 11–20 empl.

Stiftung für das Luzerner Sinfonieorchester works to strengthen the orchestra’s artistic profile regionally, nationally and internationally. It supports the maintenance of the orchestra’s current size, artistic projects and music projects for children and young people.

Blueye Vision Tech GmbH

Since 2008 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Blueye Vision Tech is the organization of training and events for ophthalmologists, particularly in the field of OCT technology (Optical Coherence Tomography), as well as consulting and supporting customers in this area. The company sees itself as a bridge builder between ophthalmology, high-tech and art, aiming to promote the exchange of knowledge and experience among experts and improve the quality of life for patients.

Jazz Festival Willisau GmbH

Since 2010 · 1–10 empl.

The company Jazzfestival Willisau is an organizer of jazz festivals. The core activity consists of organizing an international jazz festival every year, featuring established and emerging artists from the contemporary jazz scene. The festival provides a platform for current trends in improvised music and includes the organization of concerts, ticketing, accommodation, and other services for musicians and audiences.

Mabona Origami

Since 2012 · 1–10 empl.

Mabona Origami provides origami instruction and paper-folding learning materials. Its offerings include video lessons, folding diagrams and courses for beginners.

Rosa Steffen-Mörgeli-Stiftung

Since 2012 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of the Rosa Steffen-Mörgeli Foundation is to promote talented and needy piano students as well as music projects that aim to promote piano playing. This is achieved through the awarding of contributions to piano students for piano lessons and to projects that promote joint piano playing, the combination of piano with other instruments or singing, or improvisation.

Walter Pfister Stiftung

Since 2013 · 1–10 empl.

Walter Pfister Stiftung awards periodic financial prizes to witty and humorous productions across the cultural sector. Eligible works and artists include those in music, theatre, comedy, literature, journalism and visual arts, with consideration of a connection to the Basel region; awards are decided on the basis of the foundation board’s assessment of the Basel cultural scene.

Studio für Kunst, Architektur und Design GmbH

Since 2014 · 1–10 empl.

Stiftung Kutra-Hauri

Since 2016 · 1–10 empl.

The company's core activity is the preservation and dissemination of Radoslav Kutra's artistic legacy, including the publication and dissemination of his art theoretical works, as well as the organization of exhibitions and events.

Fundacija Lah

Since 2017 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of the company "Fundacija Lah" is the promotion and support of cultural projects, particularly in the fields of visual arts, music, theater, film and dance. This includes the collection and preservation of artworks, the organization of exhibitions and the support of artists and cultural institutions. The company is a non-profit foundation and does not pursue any commercial goals.

Stiftung M & M (Migranten und Musik)

Since 2017 · 1–10 empl.

The company's core activity is the promotion of culture and education for migrants and disadvantaged individuals in Switzerland, particularly through the organization of cultural events, the awarding of training grants for conservatories, and the provision of admission tickets for concerts and events.

Marlene Porsche Stiftung

Since 2017 · 1–10 empl.

Marlene Porsche Stiftung focuses on two projects and is currently not accepting funding applications.

Neuro Music Academy AG

Since 2019 · 1–10 empl.

Neuro Music Academy AG provides rental of concert and multimedia halls and supplies audio and video infrastructure for musical events, recordings and presentations. It assists event organisers, festivals and music schools with planning and production.

Kultur im Graben

Since 2021 · 1–10 empl.

Kultur im Graben is an association that continues the cultural venue Jazzkantine and organises concert programmes mainly in jazz and folk music. The association runs eight concerts per season (October–May), offers membership and support options, and provides booking information for artists.

Stiftung Pro Kirchbühl

Since 2022 · 1–10 empl.·4.7(33)

The company's core activity is the preservation and dissemination of the cultural heritage of St. Martin's Church in Inner Switzerland. This includes the digital recording and documentation of the church, the restoration and renovation of the church, as well as the support and promotion of activities that preserve and convey the church's cultural heritage.