NGOs & NPOs in the
Canton of Geneva

Association en faveur de l'Ecole Rudolf Steiner

Since 1981 · 11–20 empl.·4.4(57)

The company is a private school offering educational and childcare services for children from 0 to 19 years, including preschool, primary and secondary education, as well as extracurricular activities and courses for adults.

Association Genilem

Since 1998 · 21–50 empl.·4.5(11)

The company GENILEM provides services and resources to start-ups and young companies to support them in their founding, development and scaling. The core activities include: * Project diagnostics * Acceleration programs * Training and further education for entrepreneurs * Access to a community of entrepreneurs, mentors and partners * Provision of resources and tools for entrepreneurs GENILEM acts as an incubator and accelerator for start-ups and young companies to help them develop their ideas, improve their business models and achieve success.

Fondation PVsyst

Since 2015 · 1–10 empl.·4.9(8)

Fondation PVsyst develops and distributes software for the design, simulation and analysis of photovoltaic systems. Its offering includes PVsyst 8, PVsystCLI and PVsystBasic, as well as training, consulting and user support.

Fondation Genevoise de Désendettement

Since 2011 · 11–20 empl.·4.4(16)

The company's core activity is to provide interest-free loans (Prêts d'honneur) to individuals in financial difficulties, helping them to settle their debts and improve their financial situation. To this end, the company also offers accompaniment and advice on budget management.

HEYVA SOR A KURDISTANÊ SWÎSRE (HSK-CH)

Since 2016 · 1–10 empl.·4.8(20)

The core activity of the company "Heyva Sor a Kurdistanê Swîsre" (also known as "CROISSANT ROUGE DU KURDISTAN SUISSE" or "Kurdistan Red Crescent Switzerland") consists in promoting humanity through: * Providing emergency assistance * Offering training * Providing automated aid * Engaging in environmental protection * Collaborating on development projects and their financing. The company operates as a non-profit organization and focuses on supporting communities in need, particularly in Kurdistan.

Fondation en faveur de la Jeunesse de Thônex

Since 1993 · 11–20 empl.·4.8(5)

The core activity of the Fondation en faveur de la jeunesse de Thônex is the care and promotion of children and young people in the municipality of Thônex. This includes: The maintenance of structures for childcare (EVE, CATP, Garderie), The management of school restaurants offering healthy and balanced meals, The organization of activities and offers for children and young people after school (Périscolaire). The foundation aims to promote and support the development and well-being of children and young people in Thônex.

Samaritains Genève

Since 2003 · 11–20 empl.·4.7(11)

The core activity of Samaritains Suisse is the provision of medical services, particularly in the field of rescue and emergency assistance. This includes: The organization of courses and training in first aid and rescue services for private individuals and companies; The provision of medical services at events and events; The implementation of blood donation campaigns; The care of children and young people within the framework of the Samas'Kids program; The training of first responders and the promotion of emergency assistance measures. The company also offers a first aid app and has its own organization for coordinating emergency assistance measures.

insieme-Genève

Since 2016 · 21–50 empl.·4.6(11)

The core activity of the company "Insieme-Genève" is to support and care for people with intellectual disabilities and their families. The company offers various services, such as adapted leisure activities, accompaniment and support for families, as well as the organization of events and the management of donations and fundraising opportunities.

L'Agneau à Trois Pattes

Since 2022 · 1–10 empl.·4.9(26)

The company "Agneau à Trois Pattes" is a brewery specialized in the production of beer. The core activity of the company is the production and sale of beer, being an artisanal brewery that values local products, social reintegration and environmental friendliness.

FONDATION DE LA FERME FORAINE BONAVENTURE

Since 2008 · 1–10 empl.·4.9(11)

FONDATION DE LA FERME FORAINE BONAVENTURE is an itinerant educational farm offering learning activities and visits for children. It organizes supervised camps, programs and events (including evening activities during "green weeks") and also welcomes children with social or mobility difficulties.

Fondation 022 Familles

Since 2009 · 11–20 empl.·3.7(14)

The core activity of the company '022 Familles' consists of providing services and support offers for families, particularly in the areas of childcare, family support and education. This includes: childcare (day and night care), family support (family support, family brunch, Gigogne card), education and training for family helpers (initial and ongoing training), holiday offers for young people (Passeport-Vacances), and social counseling and support (socio-professional accompaniment). The company positions itself as a social and solidarity-based organization that is committed to supporting families and, in particular, disadvantaged individuals.

Mercy Hands Europe

Since 2020 · 11–20 empl.·5.0(10)

The company's core activity is to implement humanitarian and development projects in disaster-affected areas and poor communities, particularly to protect and support vulnerable individuals, including women and other vulnerable groups. This includes the areas of education, protection, sustainable livelihoods and emergency aid. The company works in collaboration with local partners and through its own field missions.

Fondation Hélène et Victor Barbour

Since 1977 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(5)

The core activity of the company "Fondation Hélène et Victor Barbour" is to provide support and promotion in the areas of social welfare, education, animal welfare, churches and culture. The company operates as a foundation and focuses on providing aid and opportunities for the future, particularly in these specific areas.

Nanou Solutions Sàrl, succursale de Genève

Since 2017 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(9)

Nanou Solutions Sàrl, succursale de Genève provides support services to early childhood and out-of-school care institutions. Its services include creation and management of childcare structures, HR and recruitment (including emergency replacements), administrative support such as accounting and payroll, project support for social initiatives, and IT/web services.

Terre des Hommes Suisse (section romande)

Since 2013 · 21–50 empl.·4.1(25)

The core activity of Terre des Hommes Suisse is the promotion and support of children and young people in various countries around the world, particularly in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean and South America, through the implementation of projects and programs in the areas of education, participation and protection. The company is also committed to the rights of children and young people in Switzerland and offers opportunities for donations, sponsoring and voluntary engagement.

Fondation Concept

Since 2009 · 21–50 empl.·5.0(1)

The core activity of Concept Foundation is the development and support of projects and programs in the field of healthcare, particularly in the areas of obstetrics, gynecology, and maternal health. The company focuses on developing innovative solutions for the prevention and treatment of complications during pregnancy and childbirth, such as postpartum hemorrhage. This also includes research and development activities, supporting countries in implementing health programs, and collaborating with partners from the public and private sectors.

Embellimur

Since 2023 · 1–10 empl.·4.8(28)

Embellimur is a non-profit association that provides occupational‑therapy workshops and social mosaic projects. It offers therapeutic support, pre‑vocational assessments and delivers public mosaic and dry‑stone wall restoration projects in collaboration with communities and partners.

Helveticard SA

Since 2000 · 1–10 empl.·4.8(5)

Helveticard SA is part of the CBH Group and provides banking and wealth management services for private and institutional clients. Its offering includes wealth management, investment management, family office solutions, and banking solutions such as online services, payment cards, and account management.

Fondation Lombard Odier

Since 2004 · 1–10 empl.·4.7(3)

Fondation Lombard Odier is the Group’s corporate foundation. It funds and supports innovative solutions addressing humanitarian and environmental challenges, partners with organisations such as the ICRC and EPFL, and promotes financing approaches and non‑financial support that go beyond pure monetary donations.

International Institute for Sustainable Development - Europe

Since 2008 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(3)

International Institute for Sustainable Development - Europe is an independent think tank focused on sustainable development research and policy advice. Its work covers climate, nature, social equity, sustainable economies, and international governance, and includes reports, analysis, convening, and implementation support.

Fondation Auguste Roth

Since 1914 · 1–10 empl.

Fondation Auguste Roth provides one-off financial assistance for needs such as newspaper subscriptions, purchase of glasses, hearing aids or medical devices, bank guarantees, and replacement of furniture or household appliances. Assistance is intended for persons aged 60 and over with limited means who have not secured sufficient resources for old age; applications must be submitted in writing with supporting documents and are reviewed by the foundation committee.

Fondation pour le Comité international de la Croix Rouge

Since 1931 · 1–10 empl.

Fondation pour le Comité international de la Croix Rouge manages an endowment fund whose returns support the ICRC's humanitarian activities. The foundation acts as a sheltering foundation for dedicated funds, financing projects such as humanitarian innovation initiatives and a climate and environment transition fund, and it provides funding for responses in underfunded conflicts. An investment committee sets the asset-allocation strategy and the foundation follows the Movement's principles and ethical investment guidelines.

ECLOF International

Since 1946 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of ECLOF International is to promote social justice and human dignity through microfinance services. The company operates a network of microfinance institutions that provide financial and non-financial services to micro-entrepreneurs and small farmers in various countries. The core activities include: Microfinance: provision of loans and other financial services to micro-entrepreneurs and small farmers. Social support: provision of non-financial services such as training, counseling, and support for community development. Promotion of social justice: working to combat poverty and promote human dignity through the provision of financial services and social support offers. The core activities of ECLOF International are thus closely linked to microfinance and social support for disadvantaged groups.

Fondation Auxiliaire de l'Institut de Droit International

Since 1947 · 11–20 empl.

The Institute of International Law is a scientific society whose core activity is to promote the advancement of international law. This includes conducting research, publishing works and organizing sessions and conferences to support and promote the development of international law.

Conseil oecuménique des Eglises

Since 1950 · 1–10 empl.

Conseil oecuménique des Eglises is an ecumenical fellowship of churches that promotes Christian unity and cooperative action on justice and peace. It coordinates programmes in areas such as education, mission and spirituality and works on issues including gender justice, care for creation, health, migration, disarmament and interreligious dialogue.

The Lutheran World Federation

Since 1951 · 101–500 empl.

The company's core activity is humanitarian work and development cooperation, particularly in the areas of poverty reduction, human rights and disaster relief, within a global Christian community (Lutheran World Federation).

Fondation pour la lutte contre le cancer et pour des recherches médico-biologiques (Fondation Nova)

Since 1959 · 21–50 empl.

The company's core activity is the promotion of research and innovation in the field of cancer and biology, particularly through the support of research projects and the financing of studies focused on the exploration of cancer and its treatment.

Fondation Dr Renée Girod

Since 1960 · 1–10 empl.

Fondation Dr Renée Girod manages a building of 48 two-room low-rent apartments intended to house women living alone or with ascendants or descendants who have only modest incomes.

FONDATION D'HARCOURT

Since 1964 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of the Fondation d'Harcourt is to support people with mental illnesses and their families by providing psychosocial support and promoting projects that aim to improve mental health and well-being of vulnerable groups.

Fondation Ernst et Lucie Schmidheiny

Since 1966 · 1–10 empl.

Fondation Ernst et Lucie Schmidheiny supports research and early-career researchers at the University of Geneva by awarding grants and scholarships. The foundation is governed by a board that includes a representative of the University of Geneva.

Fondation suisse pour la Santé mondiale

Since 1967 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of the Fondation Suisse pour la Santé Mondiale is to support and finance projects aimed at improving global health and achieving the objectives of the World Health Organization (WHO). This includes, in particular, supporting projects related to healthcare in developing countries, combating diseases, promoting the health of vulnerable populations, and improving health systems.

Fondation Aga Khan

Since 1967 · 11–20 empl.

Fondation Aga Khan is a global development organisation working to address the root causes of poverty. It implements programmes in areas including early childhood development, education, health and nutrition, agriculture and food security, climate resilience, civil society strengthening, and work and enterprise.

Fondation Berthe Bonna-Rapin

Since 1967 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the Fondation Berthe Bonna-Rapin is to provide financial support to elderly people in financial difficulties, particularly to seniors of the Protestant faith.

FONDATION DU CENTRE SOCIAL PROTESTANT DE GENEVE

Since 1969 · 21–50 empl.

FONDATION DU CENTRE SOCIAL PROTESTANT DE GENEVE provides social and legal assistance, insertion and inclusion activities, debt-prevention services, a social clothing distribution and second-hand shops, and specialised support for refugees and victims of human trafficking.

Fondation du scoutisme mondial

Since 1969 · 21–50 empl.

Fondation du scoutisme mondial supports the global Scout Movement and promotes educational opportunities for young people. The organisation also provides programmes, initiatives and services for member organisations and communities worldwide.

Fondation Dr. Henri Dubois-Ferrière , Dinu Lipatti, pour la lutte contre la leucémie et les maladies du sang

Since 1970 · 21–50 empl.

The company's core activity is the promotion of research and support for projects in the field of leukemia and blood disease research, particularly through the awarding of scholarships and the financing of research projects, with the aim of advancing research in this area and supporting the development of treatments and healing methods.

Enfants du Monde

Since 1971 · 21–50 empl.

Enfants du Monde is a non-governmental association that promotes access to quality education for children and essential healthcare for mothers. The organisation implements training and awareness programmes, develops educational materials and collaborates with local partners across several countries.

Fondation Camille Binzegger

Since 1973 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of the Fondation Camille Binzegger is to support elderly individuals in financial difficulties in the canton of Geneva. The foundation provides financial assistance for specific expenses such as dental costs, medical equipment, glasses, replacement of household appliances or furniture, and other necessary expenses that these individuals are unable to bear themselves.