Pro Patria (association)

Pro Patria is a non-profit Swiss organization.

First and foremost, it is financed by the sale of Pro Patria stamps with surcharge value and the sale of first -August- badge. The funds are used primarily to promote the culture maintenance projects, but also for social purposes. Pro Patria exists thanks to thousands of volunteers who are committed to the collections.

History

The Pro Patria Foundation Founded in 1991, emerged from the club was founded in 1909 " Swiss National Day celebration committee".

2011 Collection

With the collection of 2011, the Pro Patria aims to promote intra- Swiss youth exchanges and in particular the increased contacts between the four language regions. Can apply for financial support of youth exchanges to schools that participate in the collections ..

Objectives

The Pro Patria is committed to projects in the following areas:

  • Preservation and maintenance of Swiss cultural
  • Conservation of valuable natural and cultural landscapes
  • Permanent facilities for the promotion of cultural life
  • Projects which combine social and cultural goals together
  • Projects to promote awareness of youth for Swiss culture.
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