Swiss-American Society

Swiss-American Society is rated 3 out of 5 in the category philanthropy. Read and write reviews about Swiss-American Society. What we do Events The Swiss-American Society holds monthly luncheons with talks by key people from the worlds of business, education and politics, mostly relating to the USA. There are also a number of evening cultural events. Scholarships The Swiss-American Society donates up to 20‘000 Swiss Francs a year to scholarships. These donations are intended as additional financial study resources for studying and graduating in the USA and are aimed at Swiss, or non-Swiss candidates with several years’ ties to Switzerland. How to become a Member The Society has several hundred members, who take part in the activities of the Society or simply manifest their friendship and bond to the USA in this way. Membership requires a written application to the Board. Each application must have the recommendation of two current members. Ordinary Members Citizens of Switzerland and the USA as well as persons, firms and associations that maintain relations with both countries or take interest in the activities of the Society can become members. Scholarship Fund The Swiss American Society relies on donations and gifts in order to bestow the scholarship grants. The Society is always pleased to receive additional contributions that support this important activity.