Dezember 2025
As we enter this new year, we extend our sincere wishes, filled with gratitude for the philanthropic commitment that brings us together. In 2026, we hope that the generosity that drives our collaboration will be, more than ever, a force for the future and for change. Together, let us continue to nurture the ambition for […]
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Dezember 2025
This November, Swiss Philanthropy Foundation had the pleasure of taking part in the 2025 Jubilee of the Philanthropic Round Tables. During this 10th edition, the focus was placed on the commitment of Geneva-based institutions to work together and develop collective solutions. With this in mind, several local initiatives can serve as a compass. La Collective: […]
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November 2025
In November, our Alumni community came together around our shared interest in philanthropy and the development of the sector. On this occasion, we had the pleasure of engaging in a discussion with Yves Daccord. He offered us an expert perspective on his career as well as an insightful analysis of the major challenges currently reshaping […]
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November 2025
A huge THANK YOU to Sophie Winssinger Pelka for introducing us to Alpine Quest 2025 and her extraordinary adventure. Roped together with her two companions, Loubna and Mélanie, she crossed the Alps on skis, bikes and on foot. Travelling from Vienna to Monaco, they covered 1,600 km in just 54 days, driven by their passion […]
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November 2025
Swiss Philanthropy Foundation is delighted to announce the appointment of Alexandra Bilak as Director General ! With nearly 15 years of experience in management positions and 25 years in the non-profit sector, Alexandra has extensive experience in developing organisations in Switzerland and abroad. We are very grateful for her arrival, which marks a new stage […]
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Oktober 2025
The Swiss Philanthropy Foundation team had the pleasure of meeting the association Yojoa! Since 2020, Yojoa has been supporting young talents from migrant backgrounds in their professional inclusion. During this visit, we had the pleasure of meeting Ali Hosseini and Rustam Akakhiel, two young Afghans supported by the association. They shared with us their journeys, […]
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Oktober 2025
This October, Swiss Philanthropy Foundation reached new heights! We are proud to announce that we have officially surpassed CHF 500 million in donations and 120 hosted funds since the creation of the Foundation in 2006! In just five years, the Foundation has doubled both of these key figures, highlighting the relevance and strength of our […]
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Oktober 2025
Did you know ? In 2024, 10% of donations made through the Transnational Giving Europe (TGE) network supported culture. Of those, 28% were directed to opera and classical music. This interesting insight was shared by Etienne Eichenberger, President of Swiss Philanthropy Foundation, during the Opera Europa Autumn Conference, held at the Grand Théâtre de Genève. […]
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September 2025
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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September 2025
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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