Mission
The Swiss Benevolent Society of Philadelphia was founded in 1860 to help deserving natives of Switzerland and their descendants. The Society provides financial assistance, including gifts and loans, as well as support for educational initiatives and disaster relief. Over its history, the Society has also extended aid to individuals and organizations outside of Swiss lineage when resources allow.
Basic Information
Founded in
1860
EIN
23-6275599
Total Assets
$380.2 thousand
At a Glance
Annual Meeting 2024
The 2024 Annual Meeting was held on March 23rd at the Vereinigung Erzgebirge in Warminster, PA.
150th Anniversary Celebration
The society celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2010 with a Gala Dinner at the Torresdale Frankford Country Club in Philadelphia.
Support to Students
The Society administers various scholarship funds to support undergraduate and graduate students in the geographical area and in Switzerland.
Past Events
Annual Meeting 2023
2023-03-25
The 2023 Annual Meeting was held on March 25, where members received the ballot and annual report by mail.
Our Programs
Pellegrini Scholarship Fund
Supports undergraduate and graduate students with financial assistance.
Sonia Streuli Maguire Outstanding Scholastic Achievement Award
Recognizes outstanding academic achievements among students.
Medicus Student Exchange Fund
Facilitates student exchanges between Switzerland and other regions.
Zimmermann Fund
Provides financial support for students pursuing higher education.
MIP Score (Beta)
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Overall Score
52
46
/100
Program Expense Ratio
96.13%
20
/20
Program Revenue Growth
0.00%
2
/20
Leverage Ratio
0
2
/20
Working Capital Ratio
18.75
20
/20
Fundraising Efficiency
176.7
2
/20
Latest Filing Data: Form 990
Fiscal Year:2022
Source:Source: Self-reported by organization
Financial Details
Revenue
| Category | Amount | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Contributions, Gifts, and Grants | 12.26K | 25.49% |
| Program Services | 0 | 0.00% |
| Investment Income | 9.842K | 20.46% |
| Sales of Non-Inventory Assets | 26.04K | 54.13% |
| Other Notable Sources | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Revenue | 48.1K | 100.00% |
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