Grant-making foundation in the
Canton of Valais

Sepp Blatter Foundation

Since 2006 · 11–20 empl.

Sepp Blatter Foundation launches and supports humanitarian, social, cultural and sporting projects and institutions. It particularly supports football and other sports projects and carries out solidarity initiatives for people in need.

Stiftung Oberwallis für Kinder unserer Welt

Since 2006 · 11–20 empl.

Stiftung Oberwallis für Kinder unserer Welt supports children and young people in difficult circumstances, regardless of social status or religion. It provides financial support to charitable projects, including children's homes, counselling centres, children's hospitals, and childcare and education programmes.

Stiftung Sonne für Kinder mit Beeinträchtigung

Since 2009 · 11–20 empl.

Stiftung Sonne für Kinder mit Beeinträchtigung provides financial support to families so that children and young people with disabilities can take part in holidays, leisure activities and recreation. It also supports projects that directly benefit these children and encourage contact between families.

"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 du Denantou

Since 2010 · 1–10 empl.

Fondation du Denantou provides financial or other support to institutions assisting people in need and directly to people facing hardship because of a disability, illness, accident or age. It may also support charitable institutions responding to disasters.

Fondation Parallèle

Since 2010 · 11–20 empl.

Fondation Parallèle supports artists, collectives, associations and cultural organisations through donations and contributions, with a focus on projects outside institutional funding channels. It is increasingly investing in long-term projects, including Espace Parallèle.

Stiftung Kinderspitex Oberwallis

Since 2010 · 1–10 empl.

FONDATION BERNARD & CLAUDE ROUILLER

Since 2010 · 1–10 empl.

FONDATION BERNARD & CLAUDE ROUILLER supports cultural and scientific activities and the preservation and promotion of tangible and intangible cultural heritage. The foundation awards prizes and scholarships, funds exhibitions, publications and seminars, and assists with the conservation and dissemination of the Claude Rouiller iconographic collection in cooperation with Médiathèque Valais.

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.

Stiftung Tandem 91

Since 2012 · 11–20 empl.

Stiftung Tandem 91 supports the nonprofit association Tandem 91 and provides it with a storage facility for adapted bicycles. The foundation owns and maintains the building and undertakes repairs or extensions as needed.

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.

PEAK-Stiftung

Since 2015 · 1–10 empl.

PEAK-Stiftung supports groups, organisations and institutions working on social, economic and cultural change, as well as projects related to the transition into old age. It provides financial contributions, advice and support for initiatives focused on sustainable, long-term outcomes.

Fondation Rosyland

Since 2016 · 11–20 empl.

Fondation Rosyland supports young people and families in need in Switzerland and abroad, particularly in health, education, training and leisure. It also allocates funds to training projects for people in need and assists disadvantaged individuals.

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.

Stiftung Marie-Therese Zimmermann

Since 2018 · 1–10 empl.

Stiftung Marie-Therese Zimmermann manages its assets and supports projects in South America, particularly in Bolivia. Its work follows the testamentary wishes of Marie-Therese Zimmermann.

Fondation 21

Since 2019 · 11–20 empl.

Fondation 21 provides financial support to recognized public-benefit associations and foundations for charitable, social and educational projects. It gives particular attention to initiatives for young people, efforts to combat poverty and exclusion, and support for older people and people who are ill or have disabilities.

Fondation de Soutien à l'Ecole de Design et Haute Ecole d'Art du Valais (S.EDHEA)

Since 2020 · 11–20 empl.

Fondation de Soutien à l'Ecole de Design et Haute Ecole d'Art du Valais (S.EDHEA) provides financial support for selected extracurricular projects at EDHEA, including publications, events and artist residencies. It also supports research and development in graphic design and contemporary arts.

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.

Everblue Life Foundation

Since 2022 · 11–20 empl.

Everblue Life Foundation is a foundation that identifies, implements and scales solutions for water recovery, reuse and conservation across the water cycle. It curates and shares research, connects scientific, industrial and investment communities, and supports pilot projects and the deployment of proven solutions.

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 pour le développement durable de St-Martin

Since 2005 · 1–10 empl.

The company's core activity is the management and administration of the municipality of Saint-Martin in Valais, Switzerland. This includes providing public services, managing municipal affairs, supporting local businesses and promoting tourism in the region.

Fondation Bernard et Caroline de Watteville

Since 2007 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the company is the promotion of cultural and social projects through the Bernard de Watteville Foundation. The foundation supports and implements various projects, such as the creation of museums (e.g. Musée Art et Collections, Musée et Chiens du Saint-Bernard), the organization of exhibitions and cultural events, the support of social projects in Switzerland and abroad, as well as the promotion of young musicians.

Fondation Léonard Gianadda Mécénat

Since 2019 · 11–20 empl.

Fondation Léonard Gianadda Mécénat seeks to continue the patronage activities of Léonard Gianadda by awarding grants and support in cultural, social, charitable, technological and sporting fields, with an emphasis on local and regional projects.

Fondation Eurydice

Since 2019 · 1–10 empl.

Fondation Eurydice supports cultural and artistic activities, including the promotion of singing, particularly opera singing. It also supports philanthropic projects in medical, scientific and social fields, as well as initiatives to protect the environment and animals.

Stiftung Bruderschaft vom Osterlamm

Since 2018 · 11–20 empl.

Stiftung Bruderschaft vom Osterlamm provides financial support for artistic and other cultural projects. Its funding supports projects in or related to Valais, including restoration work, artworks, publications and museum projects.

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

Since 2024 · 11–20 empl.

Stiftung Blatten/Lötschental

Since 1998 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(1)

Stiftung Blatten/Lötschental works to preserve traditional architecture, settlement culture and the cultural landscape of the Lötschental. It provides financial and expert support for historic buildings, promotes knowledge-sharing and supports the reconstruction of the destroyed village of Blatten.

Fondation AClem

Since 1999 · 11–20 empl.·5.0(2)

Fondation AClem is a charitable foundation supporting disadvantaged people around the world. It backs local projects in education, health care and living conditions, including initiatives in Africa and Asia.

Stiftung zur Unterstützung von MitMänsch Oberwallis

Since 2015 · 1–10 empl.·4.4(12)

Stiftung zur Unterstützung von MitMänsch Oberwallis is a charitable funding foundation. It provides financial support for and promotes the services of Verein MitMänsch Oberwallis and Stiftung MitMänsch Oberwallis, which support people with special needs in education, housing, work and employment.

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.

Stiftung explore-it

Since 2012 · 11–20 empl.·5.0(1)

Stiftung explore-it promotes children’s and young people’s understanding of technology and natural sciences, as well as their capacity for innovation. It does so by supporting and financing the activities of the explore-it association.

Fondation Margherita

Since 2022 · 1–10 empl.

Fondation Vitis Aequitas (FVAe)

Since 2021 · 1–10 empl.

Fondation Vitis Aequitas (FVAe) works to preserve and promote viticulture-related professions and to safeguard and enhance winegrowing heritage. Its activities include promoting vocational training, organising events for young people, supporting graduates and advising on projects in the wine sector.

Fondation valaisanne Pape François

Since 2016 · 11–20 empl.·2.5(2)

Fondation valaisanne Pape François provides practical assistance to people experiencing hardship in Valais. It funds essential needs and projects for people in poverty, working with recognised institutions that refer cases for support.

Fondation les Enfants d'abord

Since 2007 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(1)

Fondation les Enfants d'abord coordinates, finances and advises projects worldwide that assist, protect, educate and promote the health of children and young adults. Its support addresses their personal, family, social and natural environments.

Fondation Beloved pour l'aide aux victimes de l'incendie du 1er janvier 2026 à Crans-Montana

Since 2026 · 11–20 empl.

Fondation Beloved pour l'aide aux victimes de l'incendie du 1er janvier 2026 à Crans-Montana provides financial support to the dependants of people who died, those injured, directly affected relatives and emergency personnel involved in managing the fire and caring for victims. It can also support remembrance initiatives and projects led by or for beneficiaries.

Stiftung Wohnheim St. Sebastian Brig-Glis

Since 1978 · 11–20 empl.

Stiftung Wohnheim St. Sebastian Brig-Glis provides financial resources to Wohnheim St. Sebastian for events, outings and small personal gifts for residents. Its support contributes to community life at the home.