About Impaktera
A Swiss non-profit association based in Wettingen. We enable social innovation by supporting social enterprises and mission-driven initiatives through partnerships and knowledge sharing.
Who we are
A Swiss non-profit association. Impaktera is a Verein based in Wettingen, supporting social innovation through partnerships and knowledge sharing.
What we do
An enabling organization. We strengthen social enterprises and mission-driven initiatives — we do not implement aid projects directly.
How we operate
Independent & volunteer-led. Politically neutral, non-profit, and governed on a voluntary basis.
Our Purpose+
Impaktera exists to enable social, ecological, and technological innovation where it can create lasting positive impact. We support selected projects, organizations, and social enterprises through partnerships, knowledge sharing, and targeted support.
What We Do+
We act as an enabling organization for social innovation, focusing on strengthening the organizations and people behind effective solutions.
- Strategic and organizational support
- Knowledge exchange and partnerships
- Technology and platform enablement (where relevant)
Focus Areas+
- Access to essential goods and services (water, hygiene, health, education, sustainable resources)
- Support for disadvantaged or vulnerable communities
- Participatory and community-driven approaches
- Knowledge sharing and dissemination of best practices
Collaboration & Partnerships+
We collaborate with commercial or semi-commercial organizations when projects clearly serve the association's non-profit purpose. Such collaborations are typically governed by written project agreements that define the non-profit character of the supported activities.
Values & Governance+
Our work is guided by a non-profit orientation, volunteer-based governance, independence, and a commitment to transparency and accountability.
Values & Governance
Non-profit orientation
We operate exclusively for charitable purposes; any surplus is reinvested into our mission.
Volunteer-based governance
All association bodies act on a voluntary basis.
Independence
Politically neutral and denominationally independent.
Transparency & accountability
We strive for clarity and openness in our activities and use of resources.