25 September 2025 | Governance, News,

The foundation welcomes a new collaborator

It gives us great pleasure to share the arrival of Chloé Godon as project administrator. She holds a Master’s degree in International Relations and Development Studies from the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies (IHEID) and a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science from the University of Lausanne (UNIL). She has gained solid experience abroad […]

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25 September 2025 | Annual Report, News,

Swiss Philanthropy Foundation in the Benchmark 2025 report

For the third consecutive year, Swiss Philanthropy Foundation participated in the Benchmark 2025 report published by Swiss Foundations. This year, the report brings together key data from 52 participating foundations, representing a combined fortune of CHF 18.6 billion. Three highlights from the report: With assets of around CHF 110 million, the Swiss Philanthropy Foundation belongs […]

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23 September 2025 | Governance, News,

The Foundation welcomes a new collaborator

We are pleased to announce the arrival of Shauna Rollier, who has joined our team as Junior Project Coordinator as part of our Young Talent Program. She is mainly responsible for the administration and coordination of activities related to the Transnational Giving Europe cross-border giving network. Shauna holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics and Management, […]

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04 September 2025 | Our Funds, News,

Bright prospects for our thematic funds

The last few days have put the spotlight on  our thematic fund Footprint  !  The latest reports highlight how our projects are bearing fruit. In Switzerland, ProSpecieRara is working to improve the protection and dissemination of endangered breeds. Within one year, the project ensured the breeding of 251 animals. We are also celebrating the collaboration of 19 new breeders who are […]

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21 August 2025 | News,

The Foundation at „La rentrée des entreprise“ event

This week, Swiss Philanthropy Foundation had the pleasure of being invited to the traditional „rentrée des entreprise“ event. As a member of FER, we appreciate the clarity with which pressing current issues and economic challenges, both local and national, were addressed. A big thank you to FER for the efforts made to bring together the […]

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21 August 2025 | Governance, News,

The Foundation welcomes a new collaborator

We are delighted to announce that Anna Devine has joined the Swiss Philanthropy Foundation team, as as Head of Legal, overseeing the Foundation’s legal matters. With several years of experience as a lawyer in Switzerland and abroad, including with international organizations and NGOs, she brings solid expertise in legal strategy and governance. Anna is also […]

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21 August 2025 | Our Funds, News,

LGBTI Youth Fund calls for projects

An new Opportunity from Our Funds: our LGBTI Youth Fund opens its call for projects ! Last year, the LGBTI Youth Fund invited young LGBTIQ people distributed in one French speaking group and one German speaking group to actively participate in shaping the fund’s strategy and mission. Together, they led the selection and supported several […]

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21 August 2025 | Governance, News,

15 years of combined expertise

Today we celebrate the 5-year anniversary of Aïssata Traoré, Project Administrator, Laurent Hostettler, Financial Manager, and Lucile Yersin, Director of Operations. Five years of commitment, professionalism, and shared achievements. A huge THANK YOU to all three of you for your dedication and your valuable contribution to our collective journey. We’re so proud to have you […]

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08 August 2025 | Our Funds, News,

Honoring Hiroshima and Nagasaki: Lex International at the Nobel Peace Conference

This week marks 80 years since the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, two catastrophic events that caused irreversible human and environmental devastation.   To honor the victims, survivors, and legacy of this anniversary, the Nobel Peace Center hosted its annual Nobel Peace Conference in Oslo on August 6. Held under the title “A Message […]

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24 Juli 2025 | Our Funds, News,

Begum Empower Project: a new collective initiative for our thematic funds‘

Since 2020, Begum has been broadcasting its educational and psychological support programs throughout Afghanistan. Relying on FM radio, its website, and satellite television, the organization broadcasts its content on a large scale, offering Afghan women a space for expression and giving them the confidence to build their own future. Today, Swiss Philanthropy Foundation is proud […]

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