Following the escalation of hostilities in Lebanon, which have caused more than 1,000 victims and 1 million internally displaced people since the beginning of the conflict (UN OCHA), Swiss Philanthropy Foundation activated its Rapid Response Fund on 1st October 2024 The objective is to collect a maximum of donations of an individual amount of at […]
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We are delighted to welcome a new collaborator to Swiss Philanthropy Foundation’s team. Lisa de Louw joined us in September 2024 as Junior Project Coordinator as part of the Jeune Talent Program, for a 12-month period. Set up for the 4th consecutive year in collaboration with WISE Philanthropy Advisors, this program enables a young graduate […]
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On 1 October, Swiss Philanthropy Foundation, together with WISE Philanthropy Advisors, took part in a fascinating discussion as part of the American International Club of Geneva (AIC) Professionals & Entrepreneurs Series. The presentation explored emerging philanthropic trends, focusing on the evolution of the sector both in Switzerland and globally. Faced with donor expectations and a […]
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Following the escalation of hostilities in Lebanon, which have caused more than 1,000 victims and 1 million internally displaced people since the beginning of the conflict (UN OCHA), Swiss Philanthropy Foundation is activating its Rapid Response Fund. The objective is to collect a maximum of donations of an individual amount of at least CHF 10,000, […]
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Les candidatures sont désormais closes. Swiss Philanthropy Foundation recrute un(e) Administrateur(trice) de projet (poste fixe à 80%). La mission de ce poste sera d’assurer la gestion administrative et opérationnelle d’un portefeuille de fonds abrités (philanthropes et fondations). Ce poste comprend notamment les responsabilités suivantes : coordination des comités de pilotage, gestion du processus de validation et distribution […]
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This summer, Swiss Philanthropy Foundation reached two historic milestones: the opening of its 100th sheltered fund and the passing of the CHF 400 million mark in donations received since its creation in 2006. For 18 years, Swiss Philanthropy Foundation offers personalized support to bring philanthropic initiatives to life and help build a better world. We […]
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After 12 successful editions and over 275 participants in the Romandy region, Swiss Philanthropy Foundation continues to organize the Master Class in Philanthropy, in partnership with the Center for Philanthropy at the University of Geneva and the Center for Philanthropy Studies at the University of Basel. What is the objective? This practical 3-day program […]
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Swiss Philanthropy Foundation conducted last year a survey in collaboration with the Organisation of the Swiss Abroad and the gfs.bern institute, to better understand the generosity of Swiss Abroad. The focus was on individual values and the link with Switzerland, but also on giving behaviors and motivations. The results of the survey showed that 74% […]
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Last month on June 20, 2024, the International Geneva Welcome Center (CAGI) hosted a two-part event on cross-border philanthropy. As international organizations increasingly rely on foreign funding, diversifying sources is crucial. The event began with a workshop given by Swiss Philanthropy Foundation on facilitating cross-border philanthropy from Europe to Switzerland with the Transnational Giving Europe […]
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On Sunday 23 June 2024, the young people of the Demaimpact Fund, accompanied by WISE Philanthropy Advisors, met to choose the projects they will support this year. The Demaimpact Fund’s call for projects, which is hosted by the Swiss Philanthropy Foundation, was a resounding success, with a large number of high-quality applications submitted for assessment. […]
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