A philanthropic initiative of a private consortium
Closing the gap in the Swiss innovation chain

Turning scientific innovation into entrepreneurial activity and job creation is the basis of societal and economical prosperity. In the very early stages, startups bear very high risk that are neither carried by public money nor by private investors. Supporting seed stage startups fills a crucial gap and is therefore  purely philanthropic.

Gebert Rüf Stiftung aims at fostering the interaction between science and entrepreneurship. This is a that goal stems directly from the foundation's purpose.

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A particular concern of the ERNST GÖHNER STIFTUNG throughout its entrepreneurial activities is the continued welfare of Switzerland as a workplace and center for innovation.

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AVINA STIFTUNG is a private philanthropic foundation with an entrepreneurial spirit. The foundation strives for social and environmental sustainability in Switzerland.

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The OPO-Stiftung supports scientific research projects in general and in particular projects from the fields of pharmacy, natural sciences and medicine.

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By harnessing the power of capital, ideas and talent, FONDATION LOMBARD ODIER seeks to accelerate the transformation of the economy to better serve society.

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Established in 1979, Debiopharm Group™ and its founders have always been committed to ongoing innovation and the advancement of the entrepreneurial spirit in Switzerland.

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A PHILANTHROPIC INITIATIVE OF A PRIVATE CONSORTIUM

Turning scientific innovation into entrepreneurial activity and job creation is the basis of societal and economical prosperity. In the very early stages, startups bear very high risks that are neither carried by public money nor by private investors. Supporting seed stage startups fills a crucial gap and is therefore purely philanthropic.
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