Interest Groups in the
Canton of Ticino

62 companies in Interest Groups based in the Canton of Ticino — name and year of registration from the commercial register.

Companies

50 of 62 companies

Centri OCST per l'Infanzia

Since 2015 · 21–50 empl.4.3(151)

The core activity of OCST (Organizzazione cristiano-sociale ticinese) is the representation and support of employees in Switzerland, particularly in the canton of Ticino. The focus is on trade union work, representation of employee interests, organization of courses and events, as well as provision of services such as counseling, support in labor conflicts and placement of job openings.

Interest GroupsTrade union advice and supportSupport for cross-border workersProtection through collective labour agreements

Fondazione Epatocentro Ticino

Since 2013 · 11–20 empl.4.6(64)

Fondazione Epatocentro Ticino is a centre specialised in the diagnosis and treatment of liver, biliary and pancreatic diseases. Services include outpatient and inpatient care, radiology (FibroScan, ultrasound, CT, MRI), day‑hospital procedures and management of complex cases and transplant follow‑up in collaboration with university hospitals, while the foundation also conducts research, clinical studies and educational activities.

Interest GroupsClinical researchContinuing education in hepatologyFoundation support

Società Mastri Macellai e Salumieri società cooperativa

Since 1983 · 11–20 empl.4.7(23)

The company "Centro Macellai" is a centre for the purchase and distribution of meat and sausage products for butchers in the canton of Ticino and Mesolcina. It offers over 4,000 items and represents a central purchasing point for the affiliated butchers. The core activity of the company consists of supplying butchers with meat and sausage products as well as offering services such as a Servizio a domicilio (home delivery).

Interest GroupsBuying central for butcher shopsHome delivery service for membersAMMS membership

Fondation IPT

Since 2006 · 1–10 empl.4.4(26)

Fondation IPT is a private non-profit foundation that supports people with job entry, reintegration and career orientation. Its services include youth employment programmes (Jeunes@Work, Avvenire Giovani), case management and employer services such as recruitment and payrolling, in-/outplacement, assessment centres and workplace training.

Interest GroupsProfessional reintegrationProfessional integration for young peopleCareer guidance

Fondazione della Congregazione delle Suore Infermiere dell'Addolorata

Since 2004 · 1–10 empl.3.8(182)

Fondazione della Congregazione delle Suore Infermiere dell'Addolorata is part of the Gruppo Ospedaliero Moncucco and operates medical clinics in Lugano and Locarno. The website presents a broad range of specialties including surgery, internal medicine, oncology, orthopedics, gynecology, and emergency care.

Interest GroupsHospital careSpiritual support for the sick

Fondazione Istituto Don Orione

Since 1966 · 51–100 empl.

Fondazione Istituto Don Orione provides residential and day-centre services for adults with disabilities, operating Casa Don Orione and additional residential and day facilities; services include physiotherapy, workshop-based occupational activities and an agricultural production workshop whose products are offered via an online shop.

Interest GroupsSocio-educational support and protected residential careSocio-occupational services and workshopsNursing, therapeutic, rehabilitative and basic care

Fondazione Ferdinando e Laura Pica-Alfieri

Since 1995 · 11–20 empl.

Fondazione Ferdinando e Laura Pica-Alfieri awards grants and supports projects in culture, academic studies, medical equipment provision and nature and animal protection. It pursues its purposes mainly by funding third-party activities and lists beneficiaries such as universities, museums and health institutions.

Interest GroupsSubsidies and philanthropic activitiesSupport for culture and the artsSupport for studies and academic research

Fondazione Sciaredo

Since 1996 · 1–10 empl.

Fondazione Sciaredo manages Casa Sciaredo and operates the atelier house as a residency for visual artists, writers, filmmakers, architects and other cultural producers. It also preserves the building and garden as an example of modern architecture and maintains the artistic estate of Georgette Tentori‑Klein.

Interest GroupsArtist residence at Casa SciaredoStudio house rentalCulture and art space for exchange

Fondazione Francesco ed Erica Terrani

Since 2006 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the Fondazione Francesco e Erica Terrani consists of providing financial support, particularly scholarships, to young, talented students from the Canton of Ticino who, due to family circumstances, do not have the necessary financial means to continue their education.

Interest GroupsScholarshipsFinancial support for studiesSupport for educational growth initiatives

Fondazione AAMI Monte Verità (Academia Alpina Medicinae Integralis)

Since 2006 · 1–10 empl.

Fondazione AAMI Monte Verità (Academia Alpina Medicinae Integralis) is not described as a standalone organization on the website; stiftungschweiz.ch instead presents the Spheriq platform, which provides digital tools and services for the non-profit sector, including fundraising, grant management, networking, and donation workflows.

Interest GroupsPromotion of integrative medicine

Arte e terra a Castello. Associazione per il futuro del patrimonio culturale di Castel San Pietro

Since 2010 · 1–10 empl.

Arte e terra a Castello. Associazione per il futuro del patrimonio culturale di Castel San Pietro is an association dedicated to the cultural heritage of Castel San Pietro. The website provides only very limited information about its concrete activities.

Interest GroupsCultural Heritage Preservation

Arab Asset, Facility and Maintenance Management Council (OMAINTEC)

Since 2016 · 21–50 empl.

The core activity of the company "Arab Council for Asset, Facility and Maintenance Management" consists in providing services and activities in the field of asset, facility and maintenance management, including: professionalization and certification of specialists, conducting studies and consulting, development and publication of standards and specifications, organization of conferences and events, publication of publications and magazines, operation of a training center, and provision of information and resources for members and interested parties.

Interest GroupsProfessional certificationStudies and consultingTraining

Associazione PROCASI

Since 2016 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of PROCASI is to support and raise awareness among people, particularly men aged 45-50, about the prevention and early detection of prostate cancer. This includes organizing group consultations, providing information and resources, collaborating with medical professionals and organizations, and conducting public awareness campaigns.

Interest GroupsInformation on prostate cancerSupport for patients and familiesDiscussion groups

Fondazione Centro di Competenze non profit CENPRO

Since 2020 · 11–20 empl.

Fondazione Centro di Competenze non profit CENPRO is a competence centre for the non-profit and philanthropy sector, providing events, training, tailored organisational support, networking and publications of studies and good practices to strengthen civil society organisations.

Interest GroupsTraining coursesTailored supportEvents for the non-profit sector and philanthropy

Fondazione Remo Rossi

Since 2009 · 1–10 empl.5.0(3)

Interest GroupsArt Foundation

Segretariati CPC Sagl

Since 2023 · 1–10 empl.

Segretariati CPC Sagl is the office of the cantonal paritarian commissions in Ticino. It monitors compliance with collective labour agreements, supports mediation between social partners, and handles contributions and related administrative tasks for the sectors concerned.

Interest GroupsMonitoring compliance with collective agreementsMediation between social partnersVocational training and course funding

Fondazione Silvio e Marianne Tarchini

Since 2018 · 1–10 empl.

Fondazione Silvio e Marianne Tarchini awards scholarships to meritorious Swiss students, giving preference to applicants from Ticino and to studies in architecture (notably at the Accademia di Architettura di Mendrisio) and in economics; it also supports professional training and selected cultural and charitable projects.

Interest GroupsScholarships

Associazione Idea Startup

Since 2020 · 11–20 empl.

The company's core activity is the promotion and support of innovative ideas and start-ups, particularly those of students from SUPSI (Scuola Universitaria Professionale della Svizzera Italiana). This includes organizing events, facilitating contacts and resources, supporting prototype development, and securing funding. The goal is to foster young entrepreneurs and transform their ideas into successful businesses.

Interest GroupsSupport for student startup ideasFundraising for prototypes and product developmentMentoring and support for Startup Garage SUPSI

Associazione artistica PETRUSKA

Since 2020 · 1–10 empl.

Associazione artistica PETRUSKA researches, creates, produces, disseminates and promotes artistic and cultural content, with a focus on the performing arts, in collaboration with theatres, festivals, theatre companies and public and private organisations. It engages with historical, social, scientific and existential issues to broaden perspectives on social development, democracy and public debate.

Interest GroupsTheatre productionsCultural podcastsEditions of art and literature books

Automobile Club Svizzero, Sezione Ticino

Since 2000 · 11–20 empl.3.3(3)

The company is an automobile club that offers a wide range of services to its members, including: assistance and breakdown services, travel and transportation services (e.g. vignettes, carnets, international driving permits), vehicle and road safety services (e.g. driving courses, safety consulting), motorsport and classic car events, travel and leisure offers, insurance services, fuel discounts and other member benefits. The core activity of the company is to represent and support the interests of its members in the field of road traffic and to provide services that facilitate driving and mobility.

Interest GroupsDriving lessonsEuropean e-tollingTravel services

Lugano Quartiere Maghetti Sagl

Since 2011 · 11–20 empl.2.5(2)

The core activity of Fondazione Maghetti is the management and operation of a district in Lugano, offering a wide range of services and activities, including: a shopping center with various shops and services, restaurants and bars, cultural institutions such as a cinema, a Sala San Rocco and a Chiesa San Rocco, a playground and an oratory, event and conference rooms, and social institutions such as a Casa dello Studente and a Bottega del Mondo. The company thus offers a combination of commercial, cultural and social activities tailored to the needs of the local community.

Interest GroupsShopping districtEvent spacesRental of premises and parking

Poliglotta alla Glossa

Since 2023 · 11–20 empl.

Poliglotta alla Glossa is a non-profit association that provides Italian-as-a-second-language courses for foreigners, asylum seekers and persons with protection status S, offering tailored programmes to support linguistic and civic integration. Teachers are drawn from the Scuola Glossa teaching pool, are native speakers and/or qualified in Italian language and literature, hold FSEA certifications and have experience teaching Italian as L2; the association is included in Scuola Glossa’s eduQua certification scope.

Interest GroupsItalian courses PIC

RoMiSt SA

Since 2025 · 1–10 empl.

RoMiSt SA is listed as a member of the Associazione Via Nassa Lugano and is represented on Via Nassa. The website places the brand in the district’s retail environment, which includes boutiques, jewellers and other shops.

Interest GroupsRetail Premises Leasing

Fondazione Colonia Il Girasole

Since 1995 · 1–10 empl.5.0(1)

The core activity of the company 'Colonia Il Girasole' is the organization and implementation of children's holiday camps, particularly the planning and supervision of two-week summer holiday stays with activities such as games, leisure activities, beach visits and excursions to amusement parks.

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