Welcome to Rahn+Bodmer Co.

We have a long history of commitment to supporting charitable foundations. The experience and expertise of our experts enables us to provide you with prudent and forward-looking services.

Our involvement
is diverse, but easy
to describe:
we generate trust.

The Swiss foundation landscape has become increasingly professionalised in recent decades. More than 2,200 charitable foundations are registered in the Canton of Zurich alone, and our canton is one of the leading international locations for foundations. Rahn+Bodmer Co. is at the cutting edge of this vibrant sector; we know the needs of charitable foundations and offer tailored solutions realising the specific purpose of each foundation.

Our team of experts with proven experience in investment, foundation management and foundation law supports you in the development and orientation of the foundation and stands by you as a reliable partner.

You have direct access to our broad network of established foundations and foundation specialists for professional and interpersonal dialogue.


Our advisory services

Whether you are the founder of the foundation, a member of the board of trustees or the managing director, we can support you in a wide range of areas with sound legal advice. Whatever issues need to be addressed, from establishment, management and strategy, through tax and regulatory issues, right down to organisational tasks – Rahn+Bodmer Co. is your experienced point of contact.

Innovation and structure
Establishment and tax exemption with deed, rules and mission statement
Analysis and development of strategic philanthropy
Good foundation governance, strategy, investment organisation and compliance

Effective leadership and management
Supporting members of the board of trustees, foundation management and managing directors

Orientation and positioning
Cooperation and participation, reorganisation, mergers



Zurich Foundation Day

In addition to managing your foundation assets with the utmost care, we see it as a matter of course to provide support in other areas too.

The Zurich Foundation Day organised by us offers a forum for the exchange of knowledge and experience as well as for networking. A wide range of topics are addressed in talks by experts and high-calibre discussion panels, offering insights into various aspects of the foundation industry. It is also important for us to facilitate inspiring and enlightening meetings of small groups in a relaxed atmosphere.




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