Grant-making foundation in
Sion

Fondation Pierre-à-voir

Since 2008 · 1–10 empl.·4.9(10)

Fondation Valais de Coeur

Since 2010 · 21–50 empl.·4.7(34)

Fondation Valais de Coeur is a foundation that, according to its website, is now presented as Fondation Upéo. The site states that the former Fondation Foyers Valais de Cœur has changed its name and visual identity and directs visitors to the new website for further information.

King Albert I Memorial Foundation

Since 1993 · 1–10 empl.

King Albert I Memorial Foundation is a Swiss foundation that presents the Albert Mountain Award every two years. The award consists of a medal, a certificate and a cash prize, and recognises individuals and institutions for services in fields connected with mountains around the world.

"Fondation Enfants papillons" pour la Recherche sur l'Epidermolyse Bulleuse

Since 2009 · 11–20 empl.

"Fondation Enfants papillons" pour la Recherche sur l'Epidermolyse Bulleuse is a foundation that supports research into epidermolysis bullosa, a rare genetic disease. It supports basic and clinical research and the development of therapeutic applications, particularly for the dystrophic form of the disease.

Fondation Isocrate

Since 2011 · 11–20 empl.

Fondation Isocrate is an independent philanthropic foundation that protects and promotes public debate and its role in democracy. It supports nonprofit organizations and initiatives working in independent journalism and a healthy digital public space.

Fondation Alexandre et Ida Pralong-Dayer

Since 2013 · 11–20 empl.

Fondation Alexandre et Ida Pralong-Dayer provides financial support to private associations and foundations working with or for children, or promoting and defending children's rights. It supports programmes, projects, research, publications and training, and awards a biennial prize.

Valais SNOWSPORT FOUNDATION

Since 2016 · 11–20 empl.

Valais SNOWSPORT FOUNDATION works to develop snow sports in Valais and seeks funding for related initiatives. It brings together public and private stakeholders and supports activities involving schools, ski races and people with disabilities.

Carbon Free Valais Wallis

Since 2020 · 1–10 empl.

Carbon Free Valais Wallis is a foundation that promotes an economy and society with a low carbon footprint. Through the Go Carbon Free label, it supports businesses and institutions in reducing their CO₂ emissions and pursuing climate goals.

Fondation Swiss Polar Institute

Since 2021 · 21–50 empl.

Fondation Swiss Polar Institute funds and supports Swiss research in polar regions and remote high-altitude environments. It provides grants, facilitates access to research infrastructure and assists scientific teams with fieldwork, logistics, safety and collaboration.

Stiftung Indienhilfe - Gritli Schmied

Since 2005 · 11–20 empl.

The company's core activity is humanitarian aid and support for people in need and poverty, particularly in the region of Madhya Pradesh, India. The activities include providing homes, water, medicine, education and sponsorships, with the goal of enabling people to live with dignity and promoting love and respect.

Fondation Oeuvre Saint-Justin - Stiftung Justinus-Werk, succursale de Sion

Since 2024 · 11–20 empl.

FONDATION ARDÉVAZ

Since 2023 · 11–20 empl.·4.3(12)

FONDATION ARDÉVAZ supports school projects and the educational paths of pupils and students, and promotes education more broadly. Through the École Ardévaz solidarity fund, it awards scholarships to help families access a secondary-school programme leading to university studies.