Philantrophy

    Doing good things better: Together, we get your philanthropic ideas started.

    Getting non-profit ideas started together with you is our passion. We act as trusted advisor to founders, foundation board members and managing directors of foundations, offering comprehensive, custom-tailored solutions from the initial idea to the establishment and all issues that arise during the life cycle of a foundation.

    We provide you all you need from a single source to set up and manage your foundation effectively.  Our integrative consulting approach takes all legal, tax and strategically relevant issues into account.

    Our services

    • Whether it's a direct donation or the establishment of a charitable foundation; we advise you on the choice of the appropriate form for the implementation of your philanthropic goals.
    • Support in the establishment of the foundation (articles of association, organizational regulations, etc.), so that your goals are implemented in an impact-oriented and professional manner.
    • Representation towards the foundation supervisory authority and the tax administration, namely also in the application for tax exemption, so that your assets can be fully used for a good cause.
    • Assist in the day-to-day administration of the foundation and in dealing with complex issues (foundation governance, sponsorship, compensation of foundation board members, etc.) to ensure compliance with legal and tax requirements at all times.
    • Advice with regard to reorganizations and restructurings (e.g. amendments to the articles of association, drafting/amending regulations, mergers, asset transfers, dissolutions, etc.) to ensure the future viability of the foundation.

    You will benefit from a competent and experienced contact person who has been closely affiliated with the foundation sector for many years. We are aware of the challenges and are very familiar with the current developments and trends in the foundation and non-profit area. 

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    Your key contacts

    We gladly remain at your disposal to answer any questions you may have.

    Hugues Salomé

    Partner, Head of Private Clients

    KPMG Switzerland

    Markus Vogel

    Partner, Head of the Market Region Central Switzerland, Head Tax & Legal Central Switzerland

    KPMG Switzerland

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