Overview of popular corporate volunteering and volunteer opportunities in Switzerland

Switzerland offers a wide range of corporate volunteering opportunities that connect companies with social responsibility. Whether in the social sector, education, or nature conservation – there are suitable opportunities for every team. This article provides an overview of exemplary opportunities in various categories.

1. Nature conservation and sustainability

Nature conservation: Projects with the association Naturnetz

The Naturnetz association enables companies to implement nature conservation projects throughout Switzerland with their teams. Whether removing invasive plants, maintaining moorland areas, or creating new habitats – these projects not only strengthen biodiversity but also team spirit.

➡️ More information: naturnetz.ch/volunteering

Sustainability: Repair Cafés from Repair Café Switzerland

In a Repair Café , employees learn how to repair broken devices or objects, thus actively contributing to resource conservation. Companies can organize such events together with Repair Café Switzerland or have their teams work in existing workshops.

➡️ More information: Repair Café Switzerland

2. Social engagement

Food aid: Missions at the Swiss Food Bank

The Swiss Food Bank rescues surplus food and distributes it to social institutions. Corporate volunteering teams can help with sorting, packaging, and distributing food, thus actively contributing to the fight against food waste.

➡️ More information: Swiss Table

Support for refugees: Projects with HEKS/EPER

HEKS/EPER offers companies the opportunity to deploy their employees to support the integration of refugees. Whether through language courses, job application training, or leisure activities – the teams assist refugees in gaining a foothold in Switzerland.

➡️ More information: HEKS/EPER

3. Education and equal opportunities

Workshops in schools: YES Switzerland

YES Switzerland organizes educational programs for students where volunteers can share their expertise in workshops on topics such as finance, economics, and entrepreneurship. Companies can use their employees as coaches and instructors.

➡️ More information: YES Switzerland

Mentoring programs: Job Caddy

Job Caddie offers support to young people on their path to professional life. Corporate volunteering teams can act as mentors, helping to optimize applications, plan career paths, and prepare young people for job interviews.

➡️ More information: Job Caddie

4. Health and well-being

Patient support: Theodora Foundation

The Theodora Foundation sends so-called "Dream Doctors" to hospitals and care facilities to bring joy to children and patients. Corporate volunteering teams can support the foundation in organizing or running events.

➡️ More information: Theodora Foundation

Health promotion: Activities with Pro Juventute

Pro Juventute organizes health programs for children and young people, for example in the areas of mental health and exercise. Volunteers from companies can participate in the planning and implementation of such campaigns.

➡️ More information: Pro Juventute

5. Culture and infrastructure

Renovation projects: Projects in communities

Municipalities in Switzerland often offer corporate volunteering teams the opportunity to help with the renovation of public facilities such as libraries, schoolyards, or sports fields. These projects strengthen the connection between companies and local communities.

➡️ More information: Local municipal and city administrations.

Promoting culture: Projects with Pro Infirmis

Pro Infirmis organizes inclusive events such as theater performances or exhibitions, where volunteers can help. Companies can involve their employees in the planning or execution of these cultural activities.

➡️ More information: Pro Infirmis