NGOs & NPOs in the
Canton of Basel-Country

Gemeinschaftsstiftung Klinisch-Therapeutisches Institut

Since 1972 · 1–10 empl.·4.3(4)

Gemeinschaftsstiftung Klinisch-Therapeutisches Institut is the sponsoring foundation behind Sonnenhof, an institution for children, young people and adults with cognitive, physical or multiple disabilities. Its services include residential care, day activities, schooling, childcare and various products and services.

Ciftlik Köyü Sosyal Dayanisma Vakfi

Since 1998 · 11–20 empl.·4.7(7)

Ciftlik Köyü Sosyal Dayanisma Vakfi is a foundation that supports people and projects by providing funding and organising infrastructure, education and emergency-relief activities. Its work includes post-earthquake reconstruction, renovation of a school facility, water and road works, student support and arranging transports.

Stiftung Obesunne

Since 1964 · 21–50 empl.·4.1(13)

Stiftung Obesunne operates an elderly care and nursing facility providing residential care places, a dementia-specific unit and day- and night-stay services. Its offerings also include care-close living, senior and family apartments, a medical practice and catering services such as a restaurant, meal delivery and hotel rooms. The foundation additionally supports social housing by creating affordable housing for families.

Sonnenhof-Hilfsverein

Since 1955 · 1–10 empl.·4.3(4)

Sonnenhof-Hilfsverein provides social and educational services for children, young people and adults with cognitive, physical or multiple disabilities, offering residential care, day programs, a special-needs school, childcare centres and therapy services.

ERNST SAUER-BAUMGARTNER-STIFTUNG

Since 1964 · 1–10 empl.

ERNST SAUER-BAUMGARTNER-STIFTUNG awards scholarships for study and vocational training in the construction sector and related trades. Eligible applicants are persons who have resided in Liestal for at least five years; the foundation supports students at Swiss universities of applied sciences in building construction and apprentices in construction trades.

Emil und Rosa Richterich-Beck-Stiftung

Since 1975 · 1–10 empl.

Emil und Rosa Richterich-Beck-Stiftung is a foundation that supports cultural and social projects and charitable institutions and processes funding applications via its website.

HEMMI-Stiftung

Since 1980 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of the HEMMI Foundation is the promotion of medical research, particularly cancer research, by supporting scientific projects and young, up-and-coming scientists.

Alfred Richterich Stiftung

Since 1990 · 1–10 empl.

Alfred Richterich Stiftung supports cultural and social projects by awarding grants to non-profit organisations and initiatives. The foundation reviews applications according to its funding criteria and occasionally funds national projects that align with its objectives.

Stiftung Schlossacker

Since 1993 · 11–20 empl.

Stiftung Schlossacker is a care and meeting centre for people with dementia and other geriatric psychiatric conditions. The centre features open communal areas, a dementia garden, a public bistro and houses various onsite service providers (e.g. dentist, physiotherapy), and provides residential rooms across three floors (72 rooms).

Karl und Emma Sonntag-Buser-Stiftung

Since 1994 · 1–10 empl.

Karl und Emma Sonntag-Buser-Stiftung provides age-appropriate housing and supports needy older people through rent reductions. It operates a mixed-generation settlement with single-family homes and apartments, subsidises rents partly from ground-lease income, and organises communal activities and on-site services such as a café, physiotherapy and domestic help.

Stiftung Wakina Mama Na Watoto

Since 1994 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of Wakina Mama na Watoto is the implementation of humanitarian projects in Tanzania, particularly in the areas of education, health and infrastructure, with the aim of improving the living conditions of the local population and promoting sustainable development.

ACACIA - Fonds für Entwicklungszusammenarbeit

Since 1996 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of ACACIA-VEREIN is the promotion of development cooperation, particularly through the management of funds used for projects and initiatives in this field.

Verein Innovationsfonds

Since 1998 · 21–50 empl.

Verein Innovationsfonds provides funding to sustainable start-ups by supplying equity through participations or by granting loans. It supports model projects, institutions and enterprises with viable structures and aligns its support areas with those of Alternative Bank Switzerland (e.g. renewable energy, sustainable agriculture, low-impact mobility, health and care, education and culture, social integration).

Karl Schopfer-Fonds

Since 1998 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the company is to support nature and homeland conservation as well as animal welfare institutions by providing funding contributions to projects or organizations that operate in the sense of the foundation's purpose.

Stiftung zur Förderung der Blaukreuz-Arbeit in der Region Basel

Since 1999 · 1–10 empl.

Stiftung zur Förderung der Blaukreuz-Arbeit in der Region Basel provides multilingual counselling and therapy on addiction and related issues for people affected and their relatives, with services offered in clients' native languages for those with a migration background. Consultations are confidential and are generally free for residents of the cantons Basel-Landschaft and Basel-Stadt.

Oase-Stiftung

Since 2000 · 1–10 empl.

Oase-Stiftung provides one-time financial assistance to elderly and chronically ill people facing material hardship when state pensions and supplementary benefits are insufficient. The foundation funds measures such as wheelchair-accessible vehicles, contributions for assistive devices, support for holiday or day programs, and information and training events; applications are reviewed by the board.

Stiftung B.E.T.E.

Since 2004 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of the b/e/t/e foundation is the organization and implementation of conferences, seminars and meetings that serve to promote and support Christian church communities and Christian works in their spiritual and practical development.

Prabina-Stiftung

Since 2007 · 21–50 empl.

The core activity of Prabina Stiftung is to support and care for vulnerable children and adolescents, particularly by providing high-quality, individualized support and care in the areas of home, education & training, transition support, and health & well-being.

Verein Mamma

Since 2008 · 11–20 empl.

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.

Werner Hasenböhler Stiftung

Since 2008 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the Werner Hasenböhler Foundation is to support and promote projects and institutions in the areas of child welfare, culture and nature conservation in Northwestern Switzerland, particularly in the canton of Basel-Landschaft. This is achieved through the allocation of financial resources to selected projects that meet specific criteria and must be submitted digitally by April 30th of each year.

Stiftung we-help

Since 2009 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of the company "Stiftung we-help" is to support and promote social projects and humanitarian actions worldwide, particularly through donations and the implementation of aid projects in various countries, with the aim of helping people in need and improving their living conditions.

Berner Sennenhunde in Not Schweiz

Since 2010 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of the company "Berner Sennenhunde in Not" (BSiN) is to help Bernese Mountain Dogs in need. The association is an animal welfare organization that specializes in the rescue and support of Bernese Mountain Dogs.

Solidago Naturschutz GmbH

Since 2010 · 1–10 empl.

Solidago Naturschutz GmbH is a conservation company that carries out practical conservation work and provides planning and implementation of conservation measures. It develops and implements projects such as pond and biotope creation, hedgerow and woodland management, invasive species control, and operates work-integration and day-structure programs for people with limited access to the labour market.

Stiftung Blaues Kreuz / MUSUB beider Basel

Since 2014 · 21–50 empl.

Stiftung Blaues Kreuz / MUSUB beider Basel provides multicultural counselling and therapy on addiction and related psychosocial issues for affected people and their relatives in several languages. Counselling is confidential and free for residents of the cantons of Basel-Stadt and Basel-Landschaft; some group courses or specific services may require a small fee.

Verein Visionost

Since 2014 · 1–10 empl.

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.

ES VICIS Foundation

Since 2016 · 21–50 empl.

ES VICIS Foundation designs, operationalizes and implements projects in structurally weak regions abroad to revitalize villages and address rural–urban migration. The organization combines model demonstration, advocacy and partnerships to support local economic development, education and basic services.

Brodtbeck Philanthropy Foundation

Since 2016 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the Brodtbeck Philanthropy Foundation is to support people in need, particularly children, by promoting education and development in crisis areas worldwide. To this end, the foundation supports selected aid organizations that are active on the ground and brokers donations to these organizations in order to achieve sustainable improvements in living conditions.

Stiftung der Rotary Distrikte Schweiz-Liechtenstein, Zone 16B

Since 2017 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the company is to support and promote non-profit activities of Rotary, in particular through the granting of contributions and donations for projects in the areas of international understanding, goodwill and peace, as well as the support of Rotary organizations and projects, such as Polio-Plus and Peace Centers.

Stiftung L'UNIQUE Rock For Change

Since 2018 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of the L'Unique Foundation is to support and implement aid projects in Nepal, particularly in the areas of water supply and sanitation, as well as supporting needy children and promoting education and hope. The foundation finances and realizes its projects through the sale of artworks, rock art and memorabilia, as well as through donations.

SK WelcomeHome - Die Transgenderstiftung

Since 2019 · 21–50 empl.

The company's core activity is promoting diversity and inclusion, particularly in the area of trans identity, through the organization of workshops, events and consulting services for companies and organizations.

hope21

Since 2020 · 11–20 empl.

The company "Zuckerpuppa" is a café that specializes in the production and sale of sweet and savory foods, such as bagels and cupcakes. The company's core activity includes customer care, preparation of aperitifs and catering for birthdays and corporate events, as well as the cleaning and maintenance of the café. The company also offers training places for people with disabilities. The company "hope21", on the other hand, is an association that specializes in supporting people with Down syndrome and their families. The company's core activity includes providing information, advice and support for those affected and their families. The association also offers events and activities to promote the integration and inclusion of people with Down syndrome.

Verein WOPLA Familienplatzierung

Since 2004 · 21–50 empl.·4.8(5)

The core activity of WOPLA Familienplatzierung is the placement and support of foster families for children and adolescents, particularly in the area of assisted living. The association also offers additional host family placements in Italy and works closely with various institutions and authorities to ensure needs-based support and assistance for its clients.

BENEVOL Baselland

Since 2017 · 1–10 empl.

BENEVOL Baselland is a competence center for volunteer work that provides advice, placement, training and networking for associations, organisations, municipalities and volunteers. Its services include the digital volunteer platform benevol-jobs.ch, professional consulting, events and the 'Dossier Freiwillig engagiert' volunteer record.

Hilfe für die Strassenkinder in Marokko

Since 2006 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of the company 'Verein Hilfe für die Strassenkinder in Marokko VHSKM' consists of providing assistance and support to homeless and undocumented children and young people in Morocco. This includes providing basic necessities such as food, clothing and medical care, as well as supporting integration into society through education, training and job placement. The association also works on building aid structures in Morocco and cooperates with local authorities and institutions.

Stiftung Wydehöfli

Since 2022 · 1–10 empl.·4.4(16)

Stiftung Wydehöfli is a residential home and workshop for people with disabilities that provides supported living and work-oriented day programmes in areas such as kitchen, housekeeping, garden and craft workshops. The organisation also operates a café and a shop, sells products made in its workshops, and provides individual support to promote residents' participation and independence.

CLEAN FOREST CLUB

Since 2007 · 11–20 empl.·4.0(4)

CLEAN FOREST CLUB is an initiative of RVR Service AG that organises tree-planting and reforestation projects and issues a 350 PPM certificate to participating customers. The club is subsidised with 15% of RVR Service AG’s annual proceeds and runs ‘Clean Forest Parks’ and related reforestation projects internationally.

Edith Beranek-Stiftung

Since 2021 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the Edith Beranek Foundation consists of providing financial support and promotion for: * Education, schooling and training of children and adolescents up to 18 years old in the canton of Basel-Landschaft * Improvement of the social living conditions of children and adolescents up to 18 years old in the canton of Basel-Landschaft * Financing of aids, devices and holidays for people with disabilities residing in the canton of Basel-Landschaft.

DSM Invest AG

Since 2021 · 1–10 empl.

DSM Invest AG holds investments in various companies within the Delli-Group. Its activities include car wash centers, real estate, sports promotion and vehicle trading.