The Max Kohler Foundation makes grants primarily in Switzerland and generally chooses to support established partners who have a proven track record and are able to achieve their goals in a sustainable way. 

We do not accept grant applications for:

  • Non tax-exempt and non-charitable organizations
  • Art for Art Programme (see fields of activity)
  • Scholarships
  • Support for individuals (emergency relief, charity, etc.)
  • Production of art works
  • Purchasing artwork
  • Small-scale art projects or projects by non-professionals
  • Retrospective funding to cover financial gaps
  • Renovation/reconstruction of buildings