Nonprofit organization in the
Canton of Lucerne

Die JTI Stiftung

Since 2006 · 1–10 empl.·3.9(36)

Fürsorgestiftung des Trägervereins des Luzerner Sinfonieorchesters LSO

Since 1991 · 11–20 empl.·5.0(3)

Fürsorgestiftung des Trägervereins des Luzerner Sinfonieorchesters LSO supports the artistic positioning of the Luzerner Sinfonieorchester and promotes its further development. The foundation also supports music projects for children and young people and helps secure the orchestra’s size.

Genossenschafts-Praxis Flühli-Sörenberg

Since 2015 · 1–10 empl.·4.6(12)

Genossenschafts-Praxis Flühli-Sörenberg acquires, renovates and expands medical practice premises and infrastructure to support primary care. It leases the premises to the medical practice operator and operates on a non-profit, charitable basis.

WASSER FÜR WASSER - WFW

Since 2019 · 51–100 empl.·4.8(16)

WASSER FÜR WASSER - WFW is a non-profit organisation working to promote sustainable water use and access to drinking water, sanitation and hygiene. It supports water, sanitation and hygiene projects in Mozambique and Zambia, and encourages responsible tap-water consumption and water education in Switzerland.

Kirche in Not (ACN) Schweiz

Since 2001 · 21–50 empl.·4.2(5)

The core activity of the company 'Kirche in Not (ACN)' is to provide support and aid to people in need, particularly Christians, in emergency and crisis situations worldwide. This includes, among other things: Refugee and emergency aid, Motorization (likely to support missions and aid projects), Construction aid (for the construction of churches, schools and other facilities), Training of priests and religious orders, Faith education for laypeople, Existence aid for nuns, Support for religious media, Mass stipends, and Persecution of Christians (support for Christians who are persecuted). The company collects donations and uses them for the above-mentioned purposes. It also offers opportunities for people to get involved and pray for the cause.

Gemeinnützige Gesellschaft der Stadt Luzern

Since 1908 · 21–50 empl.

Gemeinnützige Gesellschaft der Stadt Luzern provides financial support to individuals, organisations and projects, particularly in social hardship. It also supports arts, culture and sociocultural activities in the Lucerne region.

Roman Fischer-Stiftung

Since 1942 · 1–10 empl.

Roman Fischer-Stiftung provides financial assistance to people in need who reside in the cantons of Lucerne, Uri, Schwyz, Obwalden, Nidwalden or Zug. It contributes towards glasses and other visual aids, and, in exceptional cases, ophthalmological treatment at the eye clinic of Lucerne Cantonal Hospital, when social insurance does not cover the costs and financial need is established.

Jakob Ottiger-Lang-Stiftung

Since 1954 · 11–20 empl.

The core activity of the Jakob Ottiger-Lang Foundation is to support needy families with children who have fallen into distress through no fault of their own and are resident in the canton of Lucerne, by managing and distributing foundation funds.

Don Bosco Schweiz

Since 1959 · 11–20 empl.

Don Bosco Schweiz supports the work of the Salesians of Don Bosco by funding and accompanying projects for disadvantaged children, young people and families. The organisation backs vocational and educational programmes, emergency aid and reconstruction, and manages donation channels including foundation funds, volunteer engagement and product sales.

Albert und Ruda Sidler-Perovic-Stiftung Adligenswil

Since 1961 · 11–20 empl.·3.7(3)

Albert und Ruda Sidler-Perovic-Stiftung Adligenswil supports selected associations, the school and other public institutions in Adligenswil. It also provides annual grants to officers of the Swiss Armed Forces.

Liberale Stiftung

Since 1965 · 11–20 empl.

Liberale Stiftung provides support to individuals facing financial hardship and contributes to social and charitable projects. It also rents affordable apartments to people with physical disabilities or who are socially disadvantaged.

Alice Bucher-Stiftung Luzern

Since 1978 · 11–20 empl.

Alice Bucher-Stiftung Luzern supports charitable, social, cultural and educational causes. Its grants include support for people with mental or physical disabilities, large and financially needy families, nonprofit organizations, and higher education and other educational institutions.

Stiftung Pro Büsi

Since 1979 · 1–10 empl.

Stiftung Pro Büsi works to reduce cat suffering by carrying out neutering campaigns, supporting the management of cat populations on farms and helping maintain cat colonies. It also provides financial assistance with veterinary costs to people in need, offers sponsorships for stray cats and arranges care for cats whose owners can no longer look after them.

Elisabeth Bachmann-Ambühl-Stiftung

Since 1980 · 11–20 empl.

Elisabeth Bachmann-Ambühl-Stiftung supports women facing financial hardship in asserting their rights. Subject to eligibility criteria, it covers costs for legal advice, out-of-court inquiries and legal representation before authorities.

Stiftung Pflege Wesemlinwald-Kapelle

Since 1980 · 11–20 empl.

Stiftung Pflege Wesemlinwald-Kapelle looks after the chapel and manages its rental. Donations and bequests help fund minor renovations and chapel maintenance.

Herbert Haag-Stiftung für Freiheit in der Kirche

Since 1985 · 11–20 empl.

Herbert Haag-Stiftung für Freiheit in der Kirche promotes an open-minded, ecumenically oriented Catholic faith. It awards prizes to individuals and institutions who speak freely or act courageously within Christianity, and occasionally supports publications, conferences and research directly related to promoting freedom in the Church.

Stiftung Quartieranlage Obergütsch

Since 1987 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of the company 'Interessengemeinschaft Obergütsch' (IGO) is the organization and implementation of events, activities and services for the residents of the Obergütsch district in Lucerne, with the aim of promoting neighborhood life and strengthening the community. This includes, among other things, the rental of rooms for private and public events, the organization of events such as festivals, workshops and courses, as well as the promotion of social activities and the support of local initiatives.

CSS Stiftung zur Förderung von sozialen Massnahmen in der Kranken- und Unfallversicherung und zur Unterstützung von Härtefällen

Since 1988 · 1–10 empl.

CSS Stiftung zur Förderung von sozialen Massnahmen in der Kranken- und Unfallversicherung und zur Unterstützung von Härtefällen supports people who face financial hardship through no fault of their own as a result of illness, accident or maternity. It promotes social projects in health and accident insurance and recognises organisations working on social measures.

Schweizerische Stiftung für Kinder und Jugendliche in Not

Since 1988 · 1–10 empl.

Schweizerische Stiftung für Kinder und Jugendliche in Not is a charitable foundation that supports children and young people facing financial or social hardship, as well as their parents in overcoming crises. It provides direct assistance, works with charitable organisations and supports institutions serving children and young people in difficult circumstances.

Wohlfahrtsfonds der Schweizer Paraplegiker-Gruppe

Since 1989 · 1–10 empl.

Wohlfahrtsfonds der Schweizer Paraplegiker-Gruppe is part of the Swiss Paraplegic Group, which supports people with spinal cord injury throughout their lives. The organisation provides services across solidarity, medicine, education, research, innovation and integration.

Stiftung Charlotte und Josef Kopp-Maus

Since 1989 · 1–10 empl.

Stiftung Charlotte und Josef Kopp-Maus supports charitable initiatives in the cultural and social sectors. It provides funding for projects and institutions, primarily in the Lucerne agglomeration, particularly the city of Lucerne and Ebikon.

Luzerner Jugendstiftung

Since 1991 · 11–20 empl.

Luzerner Jugendstiftung supports and promotes children, young people and young adults up to age 25 by providing funding for projects in the Canton of Lucerne.

Peter Mandel Stiftung für Esogetische Medizin

Since 1995 · 11–20 empl.

Peter Mandel Stiftung für Esogetische Medizin documents and archives empirical knowledge within Peter Mandel’s system of Esogetic Medicine. The foundation commissions research to examine and further develop this body of knowledge.

Stiftung zur Unterstützung des Hilfswerkes von Schwester Consolata Graber

Since 1996 · 1–10 empl.

Stiftung zur Unterstützung des Hilfswerkes von Schwester Consolata Graber supports the CECRIS social and cultural centre in Brazil and raises funds for its work. CECRIS runs educational and social programmes for children and young people and provides families in need with essential supplies.

Dream2 AG

Since 1997 · 11–20 empl.

Dream2 AG is a non-profit think tank addressing governance tasks and challenges in private, community, professional and global contexts. It provides advisory, publishing and platform services, as well as governance models and expertise for strategy, steering, operations and transformation.

St. Anna Stiftung

Since 1998 · 21–50 empl.

St. Anna Stiftung continues and develops the social works of the St. Anna sisters. It operates the Alterszentrum St. Anna nursing centre, a daycare, Haus Hagar (a shelter and support service for women and children), and the Restaurant Annamia, and supports Mission St. Anna in development projects focused on health, education and women’s empowerment in India, Kenya and Tanzania.

Stiftung Hilfe für betagte Menschen in Bedrängnis

Since 1999 · 1–10 empl.

Stiftung Hilfe für betagte Menschen in Bedrängnis supports older people facing emergencies and crises with one-time financial grants. The charitable foundation contributes to needs such as medical treatment, domestic assistance and moves for social reasons.

Rütli-Stiftung

Since 2000 · 1–10 empl.

Rütli-Stiftung is an umbrella foundation that provides legal and organisational services to people pursuing charitable aims. It offers sub-foundations and arrangements to direct investment returns to charitable purposes, and advises on setting up, managing and administering independent foundations.

KOLPING-Stiftung

Since 2000 · 1–10 empl.

KOLPING-Stiftung is Kolping Schweiz’s national social assistance foundation. It supports people in need and carries out social and charitable work.

Mahabodhi Metta Foundation

Since 2000 · 1–10 empl.

The core activity of Mahabodhi Metta Foundation is to support and promote social projects, particularly in India, with a focus on the well-being of children, the elderly, the sick, and poor monks. This includes collecting donations and supporting projects such as schools, monasteries, and medical facilities, as well as promoting Buddhist communities and initiatives.

Comundo

Since 2000 · 101–500 empl.·4.7(3)

Comundo is a Swiss non-governmental organisation working in international cooperation and social justice. It places professionals with local partner organisations in Africa and Latin America, supports joint projects and networks, and works on education, food security, human rights and environmental protection.

RADUGA, Stiftung für Selbsthilfeprojekte in Russland

Since 2001 · 11–20 empl.

RADUGA, Stiftung für Selbsthilfeprojekte in Russland provides humanitarian and technical assistance to people in Russia and develops and supports projects based on self-help. Its activities include social support and projects involving clothing, food and assistance for families and young people.

Mutter Teresa - HWV Schweiz

Since 2002 · 11–20 empl.

Mutter Teresa - HWV Schweiz is a charitable association that supports people, families and communities facing hardship or need. It promotes human dignity and fundamental rights and carries out social and cultural integration work, including humanitarian projects with local partners.

Happel Foundation

Since 2006 · 1–10 empl.

Happel Foundation is a charitable foundation that funds projects for sustainable social and economic development. It supports poverty alleviation in Asia and Africa and people in difficult circumstances in Central Switzerland, following a help-for-self-help approach.

Stiftung Freiheit und Verantwortung

Since 2006 · 11–20 empl.

Stiftung Freiheit und Verantwortung is a charitable foundation that promotes values and virtues as guides for individual, community and economic activity in Switzerland. It carries out or supports non-profit projects and honours individuals, institutions, organisations and companies for their contributions.

Max und Marlis Galliker Stiftung

Since 2006 · 11–20 empl.

Max und Marlis Galliker Stiftung is a charitable foundation that supports projects in the fields of education, culture, landscape, economic and social affairs. The foundation primarily provides project funding, emphasizes quality, sustainability and environmental compatibility, and does not award individual grants or fund projects abroad.

Foundation Benedict

Since 2007 · 11–20 empl.

Foundation Benedict is a charitable foundation that supports projects worldwide connected with the Benedictine tradition. Its work focuses on maintaining and preserving the Sant’Anselmo university in Rome, improving its infrastructure, supporting new courses of study and providing scholarships.

Christa Foundation

Since 2007 · 1–10 empl.

Christa Foundation supports orphaned and semi-orphaned children in Africa by funding charitable organizations that advance this purpose. It contributes to selected projects rather than running projects itself.