Nonprofit organization
in Switzerland

Stiftung "Tierlignadenhof"

Kaisten · Since 2006 · 11–20 empl.·4.8(127)

Stiftung "Tierlignadenhof" provides a suitable life for animals in need or without a home. It cares for animals of various species, provides information about animal husbandry, and promotes the connection between people and animals.

Stiftung CULINARIUM ALPINUM

Stans · Since 2019 · 11–20 empl.·4.8(376)

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.

Ilse und Kurt Rüdiger-Stiftung

Zürich · Since 1984 · 11–20 empl.·4.5(93)

Ilse und Kurt Rüdiger-Stiftung is a foundation listed on the Rega website in connection with Swiss air rescue and Rega’s non-profit organisation. Rega provides around-the-clock air rescue, medical advice, and repatriation services by rescue helicopter and ambulance jet.

Stiftung für Zoobauten im Zoo Zürich

Zurich · Since 2008 · 1–10 empl.·4.6(30864)

Stiftung für Zoobauten im Zoo Zürich supports Zoo Zürich in construction and development projects and in measures that maintain and expand the zoo’s facilities. The website presents it as a partner of the zoo in the context of donations and support for nature and species conservation projects.

Fondation Pierre Gianadda

Martigny · Since 1977 · 11–20 empl.·4.5(82)

Fondation Pierre Gianadda presents year-round temporary exhibitions and concert programmes and operates several museum and exhibition venues, including a Gallo‑Roman museum, an automobile museum and a sculpture park.

Fondation "La Maison", Massongex

Massongex · Since 1991 · 21–50 empl.·4.5(55)

Fondation "La Maison", Massongex is a medical children’s home that accommodates sick or injured children for pre- and postoperative care and convalescence. The facility provides nursing and educational support and funds its operations primarily through donations.

Fondation Mère Sofia

Lausanne · Since 1992 · 11–20 empl.·4.7(56)

Fondation Mère Sofia works to address poverty and exclusion, welcoming and supporting people in difficult circumstances without discrimination. Its services include meals, social and administrative support, essential supplies and paid work assignments.

Stiftung Lienhard-Hunger

Chur · Since 1996 · 11–20 empl.·4.6(42)

Stiftung Lienhard-Hunger is a foundation that supports assisted living and work opportunities for adults with disabilities. The website describes housing options as well as work and training places in areas such as baking, floristry, gardening, gastronomy, housekeeping, retail, and agriculture.

Stiftung Manusplus

Glis · Since 2005 · 21–50 empl.·4.4(186)

Stiftung Manusplus is the supporting foundation of Atelier Manus.

Ronald McDonald Haus Stiftung Basel

Basel · Since 2010 · 11–20 empl.·4.9(31)

Ronald McDonald Haus Stiftung Basel operates a parent house providing temporary accommodation for people close to children who are ill or injured. It allows them to stay near the child during treatment.

Genossenschaft Geburtshaus TagMond

Pratteln · Since 2019 · 1–10 empl.·5.0(71)

Genossenschaft Geburtshaus TagMond is a midwife-led birth centre. It provides individual care during pregnancy, support for births at the centre or at home, postnatal care and antenatal classes.

Els Müller-Model Stiftung

Weinfelden · Since 1978 · 1–10 empl.·4.6(176)

Els Müller-Model Stiftung is a foundation associated with the Model Group. The website refers to it in connection with the company history and with Els Müller-Model as an important figure in that history.

Fondation IPT

Petit-Lancy · Since 1979 · 21–50 empl.·4.3(70)

Fondation IPT provides support for professional integration, reintegration and career guidance, offering tailored coaching, placement solutions and advisory services to individuals, employers and social-insurance partners.

STIFTUNG WIRTSCHAFT UND ÖKOLOGIE SWO

Schwerzenbach · Since 1982 · 21–50 empl.·4.7(36)

The core activity of the company 'Stiftung Wirtschaft und Ökologie' encompasses the following areas: * Consulting, planning, implementation and maintenance of projects in the field of sustainable development and ecology * Education and research in the fields of environmental protection, sustainability and ecology * Integration and civil service, including the promotion of integration work and intercultural coexistence * Services in the field of environmental and sustainability consulting * Operation of an educational platform and conduct of courses and workshops The company pursues the goals of sustainable development and ecology and is guided by the goals of the UN and the UN Global Compact.

Global Changemakers Association

Uerikon · Since 2014 · 11–20 empl.·4.9(73)

Global Changemakers Association is an international youth organisation that supports young people in turning ideas into action in their communities. It offers training, skills development, mentoring, grants and opportunities to collaborate.

Fondazione Hermann Hesse Montagnola

Montagnola · Since 2000 · 11–20 empl.·4.6(451)

The company is a museum dedicated to the life and work of the writer Hermann Hesse. The core activities include: presenting a permanent exhibition on Hermann Hesse, organizing guided tours and passegiatas, hosting readings and other cultural events, managing group and school class visits, operating a literary café (Boccadoro), managing a museum shop, organizing special events and exhibitions, maintaining contacts with sponsors and partners, and managing the Fondazione Hermann Hesse Montagnola. The company thus offers a wide range of cultural and educational activities focused on the life and work of Hermann Hesse.

Hospiz Zentralschweiz Betriebs AG

Lucerne · Since 2015 · 21–50 empl.·4.9(18)

Hospiz Zentralschweiz Betriebs AG operates an inpatient hospice providing specialist palliative care and offers consultations for people with serious or incurable illnesses and their families. Its services also include short-term inpatient respite stays for family caregivers.

Fondazione Moncucchetto

Lugano · Since 2016 · 1–10 empl.·4.8(171)

Fondation Colis du Coeur

Carouge Ge · Since 2016 · 11–20 empl.·4.7(125)

The core activity of the company 'Colis du Coeur' consists of collecting and distributing food and other essential goods to people in need, particularly families and individuals in difficult life situations. The company acts as a kind of food bank and provides support by making available food, household items and other essential goods.

savo.ch FutureCHampions

Bern · Since 2018 · 11–20 empl.·4.9(160)

savo.ch FutureCHampions provides targeted support for young athletes, offering athletic training, nutrition guidance and recovery measures while coordinating communication between athletes, coaches and families.

Missionswerk Mitternachtsruf

Dübendorf · Since 1959 · 21–50 empl.·4.5(85)

Missionswerk Mitternachtsruf is an independent evangelical mission organisation that proclaims Jesus Christ, his message and his return. Its activities include preaching, conferences and mission work around the world, as well as publishing books, media and the magazines Mitternachtsruf and Nachrichten aus Israel.

UICN, Union internationale pour la conservation de la nature et de ses ressources

Gland · Since 1989 · 51–100 empl.·4.6(49)

UICN, Union internationale pour la conservation de la nature et de ses ressources is a union of government and civil society organisations and experts. It advances nature conservation and sustainable development through scientific knowledge, policy advice, practical tools and conservation projects.

Fondazione Bolle di Magadino

Magadino · Since 1997 · 11–20 empl.·4.6(194)

Fondazione Bolle di Magadino works to protect the Bolle di Magadino landscape and its ecosystem. It promotes conservation and restoration measures, scientific research on the area, and related educational activities.

Ricola Foundation

Laufen · Since 2010 · 1–10 empl.·4.5(94)

Ricola Foundation is presented on the Ricola website in connection with the Ricola Group and its herbal sweets and related brand activities. The website also provides information on sustainability, herbs, company information and contact details.

Fondation ASA jfk

Gingins · Since 2011 · 11–20 empl.·4.9(27)

Fondation ASA jfk is a non-profit foundation that supports people aged 65 and over with the care of their pets. Its services include arranging walks, feeding and temporary or permanent care for animals, as well as helping seniors adopt a pet.

Fondation Butini de la Rive

Onex · Since 1913 · 11–20 empl.·4.5(89)

Fondation Butini de la Rive operates residential and care services for older adults, including a nursing residence, a specialized unit for people with cognitive disorders, and day‑ and day‑night centres providing care, activities and personalised care plans.

Fürsorge- und Unterstützungskasse des Diakonissen-Mutterhauses St. Chrischona (Schweiz)

Bettingen · Since 1944 · 11–20 empl.·4.6(33)

Fürsorge- und Unterstützungskasse des Diakonissen-Mutterhauses St. Chrischona (Schweiz) supports the Diakonissen-Mutterhaus St. Chrischona and its diaconal activities. The website presents services in community diaconal work, diaconal institutions, and offers related to worship, accompaniment, and support for churches and communities.

Stiftung Tox Info Suisse

Zurich · Since 1966 · 21–50 empl.·4.6(21)

Stiftung Tox Info Suisse is Switzerland’s official information centre for poisoning-related questions and operates the 24-hour emergency number 145. It advises the public and healthcare professionals, maintains information on toxic products and substances, and works in poisoning prevention, research and training.

Stiftung Felsentor

Rigi Kaltbad · Since 2000 · 11–20 empl.·4.7(121)

The core activity of the company "Stiftung Felsentor" is the promotion and support of a Zen community, including the operation of a center for spiritual practice and the organization of events and activities in the field of Zen Buddhism.

Sailbox AG

Zurich · Since 2008 · 1–10 empl.·4.7(74)

Sailbox AG provides sailboat sharing services in Switzerland. Members can reserve yachts of the same type at different locations online and sail them independently; Sailbox AG also offers sailing courses, guided trips, and other training formats.

ASSOCIATION LE REFUGE DE DARWYN

Bernex · Since 2013 · 1–10 empl.·4.8(243)

ASSOCIATION LE REFUGE DE DARWYN is a non-profit animal protection association focused particularly on horses and donkeys. It takes in equines, provides care and arranges placements, follows up reports of mistreatment, and raises public awareness of equine welfare.

Stiftung Pro Kloster St. Johann in Müstair

Müstair · Since 1969 · 21–50 empl.·4.6(953)

The company's core activity is the preservation, research and dissemination of knowledge about the St. Johann monastery complex in Müstair, including archaeology, monument preservation, restoration, building culture and building history. This includes the organization of scientific events, training and further education events, support for educational institutions and the care of guests in the monastery and museum.

Immobiliengenossenschaft der CVJM-Jungscharen des Kantons Zürich

Zurich · Since 1973 · 11–20 empl.·4.6(31)

Immobiliengenossenschaft der CVJM-Jungscharen des Kantons Zürich is part of the Cevi Zürich environment. The website shows that the organization provides premises, holiday homes and other activities for children, young people, families and the Cevi community, and also offers rentals.

Tierheim Chur Genossenschaft

Chur · Since 1974 · 21–50 empl.·4.5(217)

The company 'Tierheim & Tierhotel Arche' is a cooperative whose core activity is to take in, care for and place homeless animals with suitable owners. Additionally, the company also offers services such as a pet hotel, a dog salon and a shop.

mission 21 - evangelisches missionswerk basel

Basel · Since 2001 · 21–50 empl.·4.9(27)

mission 21 - evangelisches missionswerk basel carries out sustainable development cooperation and humanitarian aid in 15 countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America, focusing on peacebuilding, education, health, food sovereignty and preventing violence against women and children. The organisation also runs programmes for intercultural exchange and interreligious cooperation and provides educational resources on global issues.

FONDATION CASINO BARRIERE DE MONTREUX

Montreux · Since 2002 · 101–500 empl.·4.2(5098)

FONDATION CASINO BARRIERE DE MONTREUX operates Casino Barrière Montreux and offers gaming, live entertainment, as well as restaurants and bars. The website also references events, seminars, and a loyalty programme.

Cevi-Wartburg

Zurich · Since 2005 · 11–20 empl.·4.6(31)

Cevi-Wartburg is an open Christian community that organises activities for encounter, leisure, spirituality, learning support, and children’s and youth work. Cevi-Wartburg also runs a local venue with a café, shop, and childcare, and offers rentals of rooms and holiday houses.

CRESCENDA

Basel · Since 2007 · 51–100 empl.·4.6(83)

CRESCENDA is a non-profit association that supports the professional and social integration of women with migration experience. It offers education and coaching programmes for entering the labour market, starting a business and taking part in cooperative ventures.