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Collaboration and philanthropy or the virtues of playing in the zone

In a new article on our blog hosted by Le Temps, Martial Paris, Managing Partner of WISE – philanthropy advisors, makes a clever comparison between the “zone game” in sports and collaboration in philanthropy.
Swiss Philanthropy Foundation stands with Ukraine

Touched by the magnitude of the human tragedy happening in the context of the Ukrainian war, Swiss Philanthropy Foundation wishes to show its solidarity and provide significant assistance in Ukraine and in the countries hosting the refugees by identifying the initiatives launched by our network of partners and by mobilizing its teams in order to propose solutions to philanthropists who would like to get involved or to extend a commitment already initiated.
Closure of the project of the Thematic Fund Education and Employment with the Association 1951

The Thematic Fund for Education and Employment, hosted by the Swiss Philanthropy Foundation, supported the project entitled “Sustainable Integration of Refugees in Switzerland”, led by the Association 1951, for three years. This project, which ended in March 2022, was selected and monitored by WISE – philanthropy advisors and co-financed by the Cantonal Office for the Integration of Foreigners and the Prevention of Racism (BCI) of the Canton of Vaud.
Swiss Philanthropy Foundation welcomes two new staff members

This first quarter of 2022, the Foundation has welcomed two new members to its team: Constance Chaix joins us as Communications Officer, and Marion Aberlé takes on the temporary position of Administrative Coordinator, supporting the Administrative and Financial Director.
Verbier Festival Philanthropy Forum 2022

The Verbier Festival and the Swiss Philanthropy Foundation are joining forces for the fourth year to present the Verbier Festival Philanthropy Forum. For the 2022 edition, which will take place on Saturday, July 23 from 3:00 to 4:30 pm at the Verbier Cinema, discussions will be held around the theme “How can philanthropy be more impactful in an Age of Disruption?”
Master Class 2022 : registrations are open

Discover the brochure and registration form for the 2022 edition of our Master Class in Philanthropy, which will be held from August 24 to 26, 2022 in partnership with the Center for Philanthropy Studies of Basel (CEPS) and the Center for Philanthropy of the University of Geneva (UNIGE).
2021 key figures of Swiss Philanthropy Foundation

In the context of a second year marked by the COVID-19 pandemic, the generosity and solidarity of donors continued to be demonstrated, as shown by the key figures for the past year. Donations reached CHF 49 million in favor of 458 beneficiary organizations.

Closing of the COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund

The COVID-19 Solidarity Response Fund was created at the request of the World Health Organization (WHO). Active from March 13, 2020 and December 31, 2021, it enabled individuals, corporations and foundations to support the work of WHO and its partners to help countries prevent, detect and respond to the pandemic. In total, 676,626 donors have given more than $256 million.

The fund was co-hosted by the United Nations Foundation and Swiss Philanthropy Foundation from March 13, 2020 to March 13, 2021. As of March 13, 2021, the newly created WHO Support Foundation officially became the primary fundraising agent. On December 31, 2021, the fund was closed by WHO, which continues its fight against COVID-19. In total, Swiss Philanthropy Foundation received CHF 32.3 million from 3’850 donors. Swiss Philanthropy Foundation is honored to have been able to participate in this global initiative.

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