Services for NGOs
The CAGI assists international non-governmental organizations (NGOs) already established or seeking to do so in the Geneva region.
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Public & private funding sources
NGOs established in Geneva have many sources of public and private funding to carry out their projects.
The Swiss public authorities, whether at the level of the Confederation, the canton or the municipalities have instruments enabling NGOs to pursue projects abroad and actions or events in Geneva that fall within the fields of excellence of International Geneva.
Swiss Confederation
- Field projects: Department for Development and Cooperation (SDC)
- Human rights projects: Peace and Human Rights Division (PHRD)
Canton of Geneva
- Funding for development or humanitarian aid projects
- Funding for projects or events in Geneva
- International Solidarity projects funded since 2019
City of Geneva
Geneva federation for cooperation and development (FGC)
- Geneva federation for cooperation and development (FGC) NB: a Geneva based NGO cannot receive simultaneous financial support from the public authorities and the Geneva federation for cooperation and development.
Loterie Romandie
Geneva also has a long tradition of philanthropy and hosts an exceptional concentration of grant-making foundations. Please consult the links below for more information.
Individuals or legal entities who make a donation to an NGO that is tax-exempt for public utility or public service purposes and which is headquartered in Switzerland can deduct this donation from their tax return.
In Geneva, individuals can deduct up to 20% of their net income and legal entities up to 20% of their net taxable profit.
Donations in cash or in assets (movable or real estate assets, receivables, intellectual property rights) are deductible.
On the other hand, statutory contributions and other compulsory payments are not deductible, nor are donations provided in the form of work. NGOs must provide their donors with a donation receipt when the donation amount is superior or equal to CHF 300.
Overview of charitable grant-making foundations in Switzerland
Overview of charitable grant-making foundations in Switzerland and practical tips in dealing with them.
What partnership can my NGO develop with the "Service de la Solidarité Internationale (SSI)"?
Non-profit organisations can apply for financial support in the field of international solidarity, provided they meet certain conditions (information in French).
Activity report
MORE INFORMATION :
- Geneva and philanthropy: information on philanthropy in the canton as well as on philanthropic foundations.
- Fundraiso: online platform that allows you to systematically search for funding in Switzerland.
- Swissfundraising: professional organization of fundraising specialists in Switzerland.
- Geneva Centre for Philanthropy: interdisciplinary research and teaching, public-private partnership between UNIGE and philanthropic foundations.
- Fundraising, a short introduction, One Planet Lab, 2022.
- Maximize your chances of fundraising success, HEG presentation (in French, 2020).
Other useful information for NGOs
Annual legal requirements
CAGI’s meeting spaces
CAGI Recruitment Platform
Conference and meeting spaces in Geneva
CAGI services
for NGOs and Permanent Missions
Contact
By appointment only: Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. / 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
La Pastorale: Route de Ferney 106, 1202 Genève
Access by public transports (TPG): Line 5: stop Intercontinental; lines 8, 20, 22, 60: arrêt Appia. No parking on site.
Founded by the Swiss Confederation and the Republic and Canton of Geneva, the International Geneva Welcome Centre is the single entry point for the support and integration of employees of International Geneva and their families, NGOs and visiting delegates.