NGOs & NPOs in the
Canton of Nidwalden
49 companies in NGOs & NPOs based in the Canton of Nidwalden — name and year of registration from the commercial register. The list below shows them all.
All 49 companies in the Canton of Nidwalden
Stiftung CULINARIUM ALPINUM
Since 2019 · 11–20 empl.4.8(370)
Stiftung KEDA supports projects that preserve, develop and market regional organic and product diversity from small‑scale farming, mountain and alpine agriculture, and locally rooted food‑processing businesses. The foundation also promotes education and training in regional culinary and agricultural topics and, together with partners, is establishing a competence centre for regional culinary practices at the CULINARIUM ALPINUM, focused primarily on Switzerland and the Alpine region.
Verein Schweizerisches Rotes Kreuz, Kantonalverband Unterwalden
Since 2019 · 21–50 empl.4.3(16)
The company SRK Unterwalden is a humanitarian organization specializing in providing social services and support offers to the population in the cantons of Obwalden and Nidwalden. The core activities include: * Transportation services (Red Cross transportation service, emergency call) * Visiting and escort services * Financial bridging assistance * Relief services (childcare, palliative care) * Volunteering and integration * Occupational therapy and rehabilitation * Junior Red Cross and educational programs * Donation and membership programs The company focuses on supporting people in need and promoting social integration in the region.
Kamillo Eisner-Stiftung
Since 1976 · 1–10 empl.
Kamillo Eisner-Stiftung is a foundation dedicated to improving human living conditions, with a particular focus on healthcare. It also supports philanthropic aims and may provide discretionary assistance in individual cases of social need or special support worthiness.
Polizeistiftung Schweiz
Since 1990 · 11–20 empl.
The core activity of the Polizeistiftung Schweiz is to support members of cantonal, regional and communal police corps in Switzerland or their dependents by providing one-time or recurring grants.
Eisner-Stiftung
Since 1991 · 1–10 empl.
Eisner-Stiftung is a foundation dedicated to improving human living conditions. Its activities focus in particular on healthcare and related philanthropic support in Switzerland and Austria.
Res und Lilly Lussi-Stiftung Ennetbürgen
Since 1996 · 21–50 empl.
Res und Lilly Lussi-Stiftung Ennetbürgen supports cultural institutions, cultural events and social institutions. It also provides assistance to persons in need who have their residence in the municipality of Ennetbürgen.
VEDANTA Haus der angewandten Religionsphilosophie
Since 1997 · 11–20 empl.
The core activity of the Vedanta Foundation is the promotion and dissemination of spiritual values and applied religious philosophy, particularly the Vedanta philosophy, through various activities such as seminars, projects and publications, with the aim of supporting people striving for spiritual growth and self-development.
Stiftung für Kinder in der Schweiz - Maggi Romeo & Cornelia
Since 2002 · 11–20 empl.
The company's core activity is to support needy families and children in Switzerland by providing children's and family items, mobility costs, storage and holiday contributions, as well as other forms of assistance. The company works with partners and also offers an online platform where needy families can access well-maintained children's and family items free of charge.
Stiftung Zoodo
Since 2005 · 21–50 empl.
The core activity of the company 'Stiftung Zoodo Schweiz' is to support and promote orphanage projects in Burkina Faso, particularly by providing education, health services and other forms of assistance. The company is also involved in training and supporting children and families in need and offers sponsorship and donation opportunities.
Caucasus Cooperation Foundation for Youth Development
Since 2009 · 11–20 empl.
The core activity of Caucasus Cooperation For Youth Development (CCFYD) is the promotion and support of youth projects and developments in the Caucasus region, particularly in Georgia. This includes the establishment and operation of youth hostels, campsites and other facilities for young people, as well as the organization of projects and activities to promote education, culture and social development.
European Dialysis and Transplant Nurses Association/European Renal Care Association (EDTNA/ERCA)
Since 2019 · 21–50 empl.
The company's core activity is the promotion and support of kidney care and research, particularly in the field of dialysis, as well as the organization of conferences and the development of strategies for sustainable and environmentally friendly kidney care.
help and hear foundation
Since 2015 · 11–20 empl.
The core activity of the company 'Help and Hear' is to support and promote people with hearing impairments, particularly through the financing of projects and partner organizations that are committed to training medical personnel, providing hearing aids and implantable hearing systems, as well as supporting clinics and people in need.
LOOOT Foundation
Since 2021 · 1–10 empl.
LOOOT Foundation is a foundation with contact details listed on its website. The accessible website does not provide further information about its purpose, activities, or services.
WGF Weltgesundheitsforum GmbH
Since 2025 · 11–20 empl.
WGF Weltgesundheitsforum GmbH is a non-profit international platform that connects people from science, medicine, business, politics and society. Its focus is on health literacy, prevention, knowledge transfer and supporting projects that help people live healthier and more self-determined lives.
Organic World Foundation
Since 2013 · 1–10 empl.
The core activity of the company "Organic World Foundation" consists of investing in and supporting projects in the field of ecological education, sustainable solutions and innovative, ecological business models. This also includes the brokerage of contacts and consulting services between donors and project holders. The projects must be socially justified, ecologically sustainable and economically viable.
Forest Defense Project SA
Since 2016 · 1–10 empl.
Forest Defense Project SA is a Swiss company focused on restoring and protecting ecosystems through large-scale reforestation and rewilding projects with native tree species. Its main initiative is the ARR Rewilding Hub in the Gran Chaco in Argentina, which transforms degraded land into biodiverse, climate-resilient forests.
Forest Defense AG
Since 2023 · 1–10 empl.
Forest Defense AG is a company focused on restoring and preserving native ecosystems through large-scale reforestation and rewilding projects. Its core activities include ecological restoration with native species and the implementation of projects that support biodiversity, soils, and climate resilience.
Fondazione Dr. Martin Othmar Winterhalter
Since 1947 · 1–10 empl.
Ida Jann-Stiftung
Since 1971 · 1–10 empl.
Stiftung Dr. Josef und Bertha Odermatt-Hüsler
Since 1974 · 1–10 empl.
Gemeinnützige Stiftung Rotary-Club Stans
Since 1978 · 1–10 empl.
Thyll-Stiftung
Since 1984 · 1–10 empl.
Gemeinnützige Stiftung Leonard von Matt
Since 1989 · 1–10 empl.
W. und M. Jensen-Stiftung
Since 1989 · 1–10 empl.
Boga-Stiftung Ennetbürgen
Since 1994 · 1–10 empl.
Gemeinnützige Stiftung Gambit
Since 2002 · 1–10 empl.
International Art of Living Foundation
Since 2003 · 1–10 empl.
Josef und Elsbeth Wyrsch-Stiftung
Since 2005 · 1–10 empl.
Armin und Heidi Späni Stiftung
Since 2007 · 1–10 empl.
J&J Kinder Stiftung
Since 2012 · 1–10 empl.
Beatrice und Dr. Arthur Fürer-Hofer-Stiftung
Since 2013 · 1–10 empl.
Rho Eta Stiftung
Since 2014 · 1–10 empl.
Leo und Dora Krummenacher Stiftung
Since 2015 · 1–10 empl.
ProCulture
Since 2016 · 1–10 empl.
Umbrella Kids Foundation
Since 2016 · 1–10 empl.
Darkei Chessed Foundation
Since 2016 · 1–10 empl.
Buck Familienstiftung
Since 2017 · 1–10 empl.
Jakob und Ursula Bütler-Lambrigger-Stiftung
Since 2018 · 1–10 empl.
Chasdej Jzchok Stiftung
Since 2019 · 1–10 empl.
"DSt Foundation" Stiftung
Since 2020 · 1–10 empl.
Stiftung Alois Murer für Priesterstudenten
Since 2020 · 1–10 empl.
Stiftung Husas
Since 2021 · 1–10 empl.
Theo Breisacher Stiftung (TBS)
Since 2021 · 1–10 empl.
Stiftung Providebit
Since 2021 · 1–10 empl.
PEMOL-Baumann-Stiftung
Since 2022 · 1–10 empl.
Katharina und Herbert Worch Stiftung
Since 2023 · 1–10 empl.
Philas Foundation
Since 2024 · 1–10 empl.
GRO Foundation
Since 2024 · 1–10 empl.
Erdmann Foundation
Since 2025 · 1–10 empl.
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Source: commercial register (Zefix) · as of October 12, 2026
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