Because your contribution makes a difference to others
As a patron of the Swiss Youth Hostels, you have been improving access to travel, education and community for over 100 years. Your contribution helps children, young people, school classes and families to gain valuable experiences outside of their everyday lives, regardless of their financial situation. You are supporting an idea that unites: Travel as inclusion, education and social connection.
Why become a patron?
As a non-profit organisation, we are committed to affordable, sustainable and inclusive travel offers in Switzerland. We create spaces where people meet, experience community and make memories. As a patron, you help ensure that our commitment remains possible in future.
Your support enables:
- Affordable stays for families
- Budget-friendly class camps for schools
- Inclusive offers for people with disabilities
- Environmentally conscious and responsible travel
Become a patron – how it works
Our commitment at a glance
Social partnerships
Together with social organisations, foundations and institutions, we are committed to fostering participation, equal opportunities and community. These partnerships enable projects for people with special needs as well as initiatives in the areas of education, inclusion and sustainability.
By working closely together, we pool expertise and resources and create offers with a long-term impact – implemented responsibly and anchored throughout Switzerland.
Achieving more together





