social Engagement

The non-profit "Stiftung Freude Herrscht" introduces children and young people to sports and physical activity, fostering a lasting enthusiasm for it. We support projects and organizations in the field of youth sports, as well as programs that promote the health of children and adolescents.

At the Ski4Kids charity event, the joy of winter sports is dedicated entirely to a good cause. Divided into teams and accompanied by personalities from sports, business, and politics, participants collect as many vertical meters as possible on the slopes of the Jungfrau region—every meter counts. The focus is on team spirit, commitment, and the shared passion for making a difference.

The companies of the GRIWA GROUP proudly support this special event and help turn sporting activity into meaningful impact—true to the motto: Joy prevails!

Selbsthilfe BE is a non-profit organization dedicated to mutual support. Our mission is to bring together people in similar life situations and with shared concerns, enabling them to improve their quality of life through collective self-help.

Allani is Switzerland’s first children’s hospice and provides seriously ill children and their families with a place of relief, care, and security. There, children receive professional nursing care, palliative medical support, and the space to simply be children.

Families can turn to Allani for short-term care, after hospital stays, or during particularly challenging phases. The hospice creates a warm, family-like environment that enhances quality of life and enables meaningful time together. Allani is largely funded through donations.

The KinderInsel Bern Foundation supports the children’s clinic at Inselspital with services that are not covered by health insurance or the canton. Children are not simply small adults—they require more time, more care, more specially trained professionals, and age-appropriate infrastructure.
 

When a child is in the hospital, everyday family life is often turned upside down. That is why the foundation also supports parents and siblings during this challenging time. In addition, it promotes research and further education in the field of pediatric medicine, helping to continuously improve treatment and care.
 

The foundation is funded exclusively through donations—every contribution makes a direct impact in helping to make a child’s hospital stay as comfortable as possible.

The Ronald McDonald Houses provide families with seriously ill children a “home away from home” by offering accommodation in close proximity to the hospital while their child is receiving treatment. This allows parents and siblings to stay near their child instead of traveling long distances—creating closeness, comfort, and relief during difficult times.
 

The houses offer private rooms, shared living spaces, and often a kitchen, enabling families to take care of themselves while staying together. The Ronald McDonald Children’s Foundation funds these family houses exclusively through donations and voluntary support. Thanks to fundraising initiatives and generous contributions, thousands of families in Switzerland have been supported since its founding.

Procap Bern advocates for people with disabilities in the Canton of Bern. It provides advice on social insurance matters (e.g., disability insurance, supplementary benefits), supports questions related to housing, construction, and daily life, and helps people with disabilities live as independently as possible.
 

In addition, Procap Bern organizes courses, leisure, sports, and cultural activities, as well as meetings and events, to enable social participation. The organization is also politically active, representing the interests of people with disabilities and advocating for inclusion and accessibility.

The Mütter- und Väterberatung supports parents of infants and young children during the first years of their child’s life. It offers free guidance on topics such as breastfeeding, nutrition, sleep, development, care, and upbringing. Professionals assist families with questions or uncertainties and provide practical tips for everyday life.
 

Additionally, many counseling centers offer home visits, telephone or online consultations, and open meetups, ensuring that parents can receive early and accessible support.

Island Kids Philippines advocates for children and young people living in extreme poverty, often on the streets or in waste-collecting communities. The organization provides them with education and care, including schooling and further education, learning centers, meal programs, as well as social support and welfare programs.
 

Many of the children grow up without stable family environments. IKP gives them a safe home, support, and a perspective for a better future. In addition to helping children, IKP also runs programs for adults, such as vocational training and parenting courses, to provide sustainable assistance and stability.

The Musikschule Oberland Ost offers high-quality musical education to children, adolescents, and adults. Through its scholarship fund, it also provides access to lessons and instruments for talented individuals from financially disadvantaged backgrounds. As GRIWA RENT AG, we support this fund to give young people the opportunity to develop both musically and personally.

The OKJA Region Jungfrau supports children and young people in the region by offering a wide range of recreational, educational, and support programs. Whether it’s play afternoons with the mobile play unit, youth clubs, creative projects, sports, or leisure activities, OKJA provides spaces where young people can find community, opportunities for creativity, and support.
 

A participatory approach is central to OKJA: children and adolescents can contribute their interests and ideas and actively shape their leisure time. These programs not only enrich everyday life but also promote social participation, creativity, and a sense of self-efficacy.

ZEMI includes the special education school for children with disabilities. The educational program is designed to optimally support children with impairments. Great emphasis is placed on fostering each child’s individual strengths and personality, helping them integrate into society as fully as possible.

Our Contribution

Finally seeing the sea! Many of the residents at ZEMI had never experienced this before. The budget barely allowed for occasional trips within Switzerland, so many had never breathed in the sea air. Thanks to our donation, this dream became a reality. We are happy and proud that our contribution helped create wonderful memories of a holiday by the sea!