Swiss Solidarity’s Emergency fund
The first few hours and days after disaster strikes are crucial to getting aid to the people affected without delay, as is currently the case with the Ebola outbreak in Central Africa. This is precisely where our Emergency fund comes in, making it possible to deploy aid as quickly as possible and without red tape, often before a fundraising campaign can be launched. In the case of major events or disasters, we can save precious time and act immediately to provide effective support to those affected by the humanitarian crisis.
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Evaluation of Swiss Solidarity’s Pilot on Locally-led Practice
04.06.2026Amid growing efforts to strengthen the role of local actors in humanitarian aid, Swiss Solidarity launched a pilot project in 2022 to explore new approaches. An external evaluation confirms the value and complementarity of partnerships with Swiss organisations and direct funding to vetted local organisations.
2025 Annual Report: Discover what Swiss people's solidarity has made possible
20.05.2026In 2025, the generosity of the Swiss people once again translated into concrete aid in the face of natural disasters, prolonged conflicts, and major humanitarian crises. More than ever, it remains a collective force in Switzerland.
Three years of war in Sudan – Swiss Solidarity calls for donations
15.04.2026Three years after the outbreak of war in Sudan, the humanitarian situation remains dramatic and largely overlooked by the international community. It is currently the largest humanitarian crisis in the world. To continue supporting the severely affected populations, Swiss Solidarity is calling for donations.
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For over 80 years, the Swiss Solidarity Foundation (SwS) has embodied the solidarity of the people of Switzerland. In partnership with the Swiss Broadcasting Corporation SRG SSR and private media organisations, SwS alerts the public and organises appeals for donations for victims of natural disasters and conflicts, child relief and vulnerable people in Switzerland. Internationally, SwS supports the humanitarian projects of its 28 partner NGOs. In Switzerland, SwS works with various local organisations to bridge gaps in the Swiss social welfare system. SwS functions independently, responsibly and transparently, monitoring projects and seeing to the judicious use of donations. Since 1946, Swiss Solidarity has raised over two billion Swiss francs.
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