Become a friend

Become a friend

Sponsor our work by becoming a friend of the Swiss Ornithological Institute. Many of the Ornithological Institute’s projects are only possible thanks to the generous support of its 95 000 friends. Become a friend of the Ornithological Institute. The birdlife benefits – and so do you!

We handle the donations entrusted to us very carefully. For many years, the Swiss Ornithological Institute has carried the ZEWO seal of approval for non-profit institutions.

Three good reasons to become a friend

You receive …
… a 10 % discount on purchases made in our shop.
… reduced admission to the Ornithological Institute’s visitor centre.

We can…
… only do our work thanks to the generous support of our donors.

The birds …
… benefit from your support and our commitment.

An annual donation of CHF 60 or more is all that’s needed.

Yes, I want to become a friend of the Swiss Ornithological Institute

Use the adjacent form to register as a Friend of the Ornithological Institute. After registering, you will receive a payment slip from us.

We are grateful for your interest in our work and your financial support!

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Our engagement

A partnership program to help support birds

Birds need habitats of sufficient quantity and quality in order to thrive. This is the focus of our new framework program “Upswing for birds”. Together with various partners, we carry out projects throughout Switzerland to improve habitats and ensure their availability in the long term.

Our engagement for the upswing

Forest habitats

Our Forest team is committed to preserving and promoting Switzerland’s forest habitats for birds. We focus on training and continuing education in forestry, ensure knowledge is transferred into practice and contribute to reducing the deficits of waste wood and dead wood as well as species-specific, special and rare habitats through specific funding projects and land conservation in forests.

Our engagement for the forest

Our projects

Bird Migration

Migration and ecology of the Northern wheatear (Oenanthe oenanthe)

Bird-Human Conflicts

Birds and glass

Applied research

Visitor guidance in the revitalised floodplain area near Bever

Monitoring

Waterbird counts

Agricultural Habitats

Species promotion Northern Lapwing

Ecological research

Mechanisms of population dynamics in Red Kites

Forest Habitats

Drought stress as an opportunity

Agricultural Habitats

Valais vineyards and avifauna

Additional Projects

Other ways in which you can support the Swiss Ornithological Institute

The Ornithological Institute considers itself a competence centre that supports birds and their habitats on behalf of its donors. In your name, we dedicate our work to the protection of birdlife in a healthy environment. How would you like to support the Ornithological Institute?

Donate

Help the birds of Switzerland.

Your support allows us to monitor stocks, identify problems, develop solutions and provide assistance to endangered species.

Inheritance or legacy gifts

My legacy for birdlife

Your support contributes to a future in which birds can flourish. Your Will in favour of the Swiss Ornithological Institute helps to protect our natural heritage for generations to come.

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Help for native birds

Protect our feathered neighbours with high-quality products: from birdhouses and feeding stations to bird protection film – explore our wide range of products.

Donate

Help the birds of Switzerland.

Your support allows us to monitor stocks, identify problems, develop solutions and provide assistance to endangered species.

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We handle the donations entrusted to us very carefully. For many years, the Swiss Ornithological Institute has carried the ZEWO seal of approval for non-profit institutions.