Nonprofit organization in the
Canton of Zurich

Stiftung Binelli & Ehrsam Zürich

Since 1973 · 51–100 empl.·4.6(33)

Stiftung Binelli & Ehrsam Zürich supports charitable social, cultural and environmental projects in Switzerland. Its activities include supporting municipalities, organizations and people facing difficult circumstances, with a focus on mountain regions, nature and environmental protection, education and care.

Campus für Christus Schweiz

Since 1976 · 51–100 empl.·4.8(31)

Campus für Christus Schweiz is a non-denominational non-profit organization that seeks to bring God’s love into different areas of society. Its ministries work to reflect this love through words and actions.

Stiftung Tierschutz Uster und Umgebung

Since 1998 · 21–50 empl.·4.6(271)

Stiftung Tierschutz Uster und Umgebung operates the Strubeli animal shelter. It cares for animals without a home, helps place them in new homes and provides holiday boarding for dogs, cats, small mammals and birds.

Cevi-Wartburg

Since 2005 · 11–20 empl.·4.6(31)

Swisscontact, Schweizerische Stiftung für technische Entwicklungszusammenarbeit

Since 1959 · 21–50 empl.·4.9(14)

Swisscontact, Schweizerische Stiftung für technische Entwicklungszusammenarbeit is an independent foundation for international development cooperation. It promotes vocational training, employment, and entrepreneurship to support sustainable economic development in developing and emerging countries.

DÉESSE - STURDZA WEIDMANN STIFTUNG

Since 2000 · 1–10 empl.·4.6(30)

DÉESSE - STURDZA WEIDMANN STIFTUNG is a provider of cosmetics and food supplements, focused on direct sales and a personalised online shop. The company supports distribution partners with training, coaching and a business model for building an independent activity.

SVTI Schweizerischer Verein für technische Inspektionen

Since 1984 · 21–50 empl.·4.6(41)

SVTI Schweizerischer Verein für technische Inspektionen is an independent, non-profit organisation for technical safety supervision. It inspects and monitors technical systems and equipment, including pipelines, pressure equipment and lifts, and works to prevent accidents, incidents and damage and to protect the environment.

ETH Zürich Foundation

Since 2003 · 21–50 empl.·4.9(9)

ETH Zürich Foundation supports research and education at ETH Zurich through philanthropy. It funds strategic projects in areas including talent development, entrepreneurship and technology transfer, digital transformation, health, dialogue with society, and the environment and resources.

Impact Hub Zürich AG

Since 2015 · 21–50 empl.·4.5(361)

Impact Hub Zürich AG connects entrepreneurs, companies, NGOs, public institutions and other stakeholders in an innovation ecosystem. Its services include coworking, meeting and event spaces, workshops, facilitation, and programmes focused on social innovation and sustainability.

Schweizerisches Rotes Kreuz Kanton Zürich

Since 1996 · 101–500 empl.·4.4(73)

Schweizerisches Rotes Kreuz Kanton Zürich is an independent humanitarian organisation that supports people facing difficult circumstances. Its activities include practical assistance, counselling and education in health, social services and migration, as well as volunteering opportunities.

Verein Konkret

Since 2014 · 11–20 empl.·4.8(33)

Verein Konkret carries out charitable work in nature and environmental conservation and landscape management. Its activities include maintaining and ecologically enhancing habitats, promoting biodiversity, providing surveys and advice, and organising conservation work placements for civil service personnel and school groups.

Personalfürsorgestiftung der Firma Mägerle AG Maschinenfabrik

Since 1948 · 21–50 empl.·4.4(21)

Personalfürsorgestiftung der Firma Mägerle AG Maschinenfabrik is a foundation associated with the MÄGERLE machine factory. The company website shows that MÄGERLE develops and sells grinding machines and provides related services, digital solutions, and customer care offerings.

AFS Intercultural Programs Switzerland

Since 1975 · 21–50 empl.·4.4(62)

AFS Intercultural Programs Switzerland is a non-profit volunteer organisation offering intercultural education programmes and student exchanges. It arranges exchange stays abroad and supports host families, participants and volunteers.

Stiftung SBS Schweizerische Bibliothek für Blinde, Seh- und Lesebehinderte

Since 2009 · 51–100 empl.·4.3(15)

Stiftung SBS Schweizerische Bibliothek für Blinde, Seh- und Lesebehinderte is a specialised library with in-house production that makes books, sheet music, films and games accessible to blind, visually impaired and print-disabled people. It lends and sells media in accessible formats and converts teaching materials, professional documents and other publications into formats such as Braille, large print, electronic text and audio.

Hilfswerk der Evangelisch-reformierten Kirche Schweiz (HEKS)

Since 2004 · 101–500 empl.·4.8(14)

Hilfswerk der Evangelisch-reformierten Kirche Schweiz (HEKS) is a relief organisation that carries out development projects and provides humanitarian aid in Switzerland and internationally. It also supports church and diaconal work, refugees and socially disadvantaged people in Switzerland.

Stiftung Pfadiheime Uster-Greifensee

Since 2007 · 11–20 empl.·4.6(113)

Stiftung Pfadiheime Uster-Greifensee supports the planning, construction and maintenance of Scout homes and campgrounds, and can build and operate such facilities itself. Its Scout centre includes accommodation and group facilities available for camps, courses and other events.

Vereinigte Bibelgruppen in Schule, Universität, Beruf

Since 1957 · 21–50 empl.·4.7(12)

Vereinigte Bibelgruppen in Schule, Universität, Beruf is a Christian association that supports Bible groups for school pupils, students and working people. Through group meetings, courses and camps, it encourages reflection on Christian faith in education and working life.

Stiftung Züriwerk

Since 1967 · 21–50 empl.·4.2(30)

Stiftung Züriwerk is a social institution that supports people with disabilities and promotes their inclusion, autonomy and participation in society. It provides housing, work and training services, supports people in education and employment, and produces goods and provides services.

Stiftung Unsere kleinen Brüder und Schwestern

Since 1985 · 11–20 empl.·4.8(23)

Stiftung Unsere kleinen Brüder und Schwestern supports vulnerable children and families in Latin America. Its work includes funding medical care, education, nutrition, family care and community support programmes.

Stiftung Zürcher Brockenhaus

Since 1998 · 1–10 empl.·4.2(359)

Stiftung Zürcher Brockenhaus operates a thrift shop selling second-hand goods and provides services including item collections, clearances, furniture rental, venue rental, interior consultancy, in-house workshops and a café/bar.

Verein BioVision

Since 1999 · 1–10 empl.·4.4(67)

Verein BioVision promotes sustainable food systems and ecological development through projects, educational programmes, public outreach and policy engagement, with a focus on agroecology, market development and knowledge transfer.

Xhamia Shqiptare Winterthur / Albanische Moschee Winterthur

Since 2009 · 1–10 empl.·4.7(84)

Xhamia Shqiptare Winterthur / Albanische Moschee Winterthur operates an Islamic cultural centre and mosque that provides religious services and Albanian cultural activities. The organisation organises intercultural events, educational programmes (including language courses) and community gatherings.

Biovision - Stiftung für ökologische Entwicklung

Since 2004 · 11–20 empl.·4.4(67)

Biovision - Stiftung für ökologische Entwicklung promotes sustainable food systems by supporting agroecological approaches, applied projects and research. The foundation works with local partners, engages in policy advocacy and knowledge sharing, and supports the development of socially and environmentally responsible value chains.

SAM global

Since 1940 · 21–50 empl.·5.0(8)

SAM global is a Christian nonprofit organization that provides personnel-based development cooperation and material support. Its work covers basic and vocational education, health, theological education and practice, and improving livelihoods; it also works with migrant communities in Switzerland.

Neuapostolische Kirche International

Since 1977 · 1–10 empl.·4.8(20)

Neuapostolische Kirche International is an association comprising all active Apostles of the New Apostolic Church. It brings together legally independent Regional Churches as a globally active church with uniform doctrine and leadership by the Chief Apostle.

Stiftung Zürcher Lighthouse

Since 1988 · 1–10 empl.·4.6(14)

Stiftung Zürcher Lighthouse is a non-profit organisation and the supporting foundation of Zürcher Lighthouse. The centre provides specialised inpatient palliative care for adults, as well as long-term care and other residential stays; the foundation is responsible for fundraising and donations.

Verein zur Förderung der Neuapostolischen Kirche in der Demokratischen Republik Kongo

Since 2006 · 1–10 empl.·4.8(20)

Verein zur Förderung der Neuapostolischen Kirche in der Demokratischen Republik Kongo is an association connected to the New Apostolic Church. The New Apostolic Church International website presents the church’s faith, structure, divine services, and international church and aid activities.

Impact Hub Zürich Association

Since 2011 · 1–10 empl.·4.5(361)

Impact Hub Zürich Association promotes social entrepreneurship and connects entrepreneurs, startups, creatives and other stakeholders. Its activities include coworking, meeting and event spaces, and programmes addressing social and environmental challenges.

Verein OceanCare

Since 2002 · 21–50 empl.·4.5(23)

Verein OceanCare works internationally to protect the oceans and marine animals. Its activities include animal and species protection, conserving marine habitats, research and conservation projects, environmental education, and engagement in international forums.

Soka Gakkai Schweiz

Since 1989 · 1–10 empl.·4.6(26)

Soka Gakkai Schweiz is a Buddhist movement based on the teachings of Nichiren Buddhism. It promotes peace, culture and education, and holds regular discussion meetings where participants explore Buddhist teachings and their practice in everyday life.

Careum Stiftung

Since 1917 · 21–50 empl.·4.1(17)

Careum Stiftung promotes education in health and social care through innovation and development. Its activities include providing vocational and continuing education, conducting research on health and care, and publishing teaching and learning materials.

Radgenossenschaft der Landstrasse

Since 1986 · 21–50 empl.·5.0(6)

Radgenossenschaft der Landstrasse is the umbrella and self-organized body of the Yenish and Sinti in Switzerland, as well as a competence centre for these minorities. It represents their interests in public and to the authorities, and also supports the concerns of Roma.

Stiftung Sozialwerk Pfarrer Sieber

Since 1988 · 21–50 empl.·4.0(52)

The company is a social welfare organization that focuses on supporting and caring for people in difficult life situations, particularly the homeless, those suffering from addiction, mentally impaired individuals, and lonely people. The core activities include: * Catching: emergency shelters, street work, street veterinarian, emergency shelters, and food distribution * Caring: specialized hospital, pastoral care, street church, social counseling, and street café * Further helping: rehabilitation center, addiction-tolerant housing, emergency housing, and food distribution The company thus offers a wide range of services to support and integrate people in need.

ProTier - Stiftung für Tierschutz und Ethik

Since 2011 · 1–10 empl.·4.4(24)

ProTier - Stiftung für Tierschutz und Ethik promotes animal welfare and works to improve its practical implementation on a lasting basis. The foundation conducts public education and campaigns, advocates for animal rights through political engagement, and supports animal sanctuaries and animals in distress.

Verein Lunge Zürich

Since 2003 · 51–100 empl.·5.0(6)

Verein Lunge Zürich is a non-profit organisation working to combat lung diseases, breathing disorders and tuberculosis. It supports people affected through counselling and therapies, and works in prevention, early detection and the promotion of lung health.

Verein Zürcher Brockenhaus

Since 1904 · 11–20 empl.·4.2(359)

Verein Zürcher Brockenhaus operates a second-hand store selling used furniture and other goods. Its services include property clearances and collections, furniture and room rentals, furnishing advice and restoration; it also supports work reintegration and funds social organisations.

Stiftung acasa männedorf

Since 1949 · 1–10 empl.·4.5(109)

ASIG Hilfsfonds

Since 1950 · 21–50 empl.·3.9(77)

ASIG Hilfsfonds is part of the ASIG Wohngenossenschaft and provides member services related to housing. These include social counselling, a deposit account, forums, the «NACHBARN» magazine and other housing-related benefits.