Stiftung Ungarbühl

What Stiftung Ungarbühl does

Stiftung Ungarbühl is a Swiss non-profit foundation established in 1975 in Schaffhausen, providing residential, occupational, and leisure services to adults with developmental disabilities (Entwicklungsbeeinträchtigung). The foundation operates an integrated care model structured around three pillars: Wohnen (Living) — multiple residential groups (WG1–WG4), decentralized external apartments, and the new Kleinwohngruppen (KWG) small living groups under construction for 2027 completion; Schaffe (Work) — sheltered workshops (Ateliers) producing ceramics, textiles, and greeting cards, plus the FrischLuft outdoor work program launched in 2018 in the Schaffhausen forest; and Freiziit (Leisure) — recreation, holiday programs, and social events. Service capacity is small-scale, with seven clients planned for the KWG and 16 employees organization-wide.

The foundation's technology stack is minimal: a standard TYPO3 content management system, an external newsletter service, and a webshop for client-made products. There are no proprietary digital platforms, APIs, or AI/ML capabilities; operations are labor-intensive and human-delivered. Revenue is generated through three streams: cantonal social services funding from Kanton Schaffhausen (managed services arrangement), donations and charitable contributions (notably from the Jakob und Emma Windler-Stiftung), and modest sales of workshop products at community bazaars and through the webshop. Pricing is not customer-facing — services are government-subsidized and not charged to clients. The foundation operates a community-led go-to-market, relying on local government referrals, disability organizations (e.g., Insieme Schaffhausen), schools, and word-of-mouth rather than commercial marketing.

Name

Stiftung Ungarbühl

Legal name

Stiftung Ungarbühl

Website

https://ungarbuehl.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

1975

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Stiftung Ungarbühl is a Swiss non-profit foundation in Schaffhausen, founded in 1975, that provides residential living, work programs, and leisure activities to adults with developmental disabilities. It operates small-scale Wohngruppen, ateliers, the FrischLuft outdoor program, and a new Kleinwohngruppen project under construction through 2027.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Disability and Social Care Services

NAICS

Residential Intellectual and Developmental Disability Facilities (62321), Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities (62412)

SIC

Services-Nursing & Personal Care Facilities (8050), Services-Misc Health & Allied Services, Nec (8090)

akta.pro primary industry

Respite Care for Adults with Disabilities / Special Needs (HSABAGAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Housing Transition & Supported Living Navigation (EDAKANAK)

Keywords

• Disability care services
• Supported residential living
• Sheltered workshop programs
• Developmental disability support
• Social care foundation

Headquarters

HQ city

Schaffhausen

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Infrastructure, Operations, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Social Services Funding: The foundation receives funding from the canton of Schaffhausen (kantonales Sozialamt) for providing residential care and support services to adults with developmental disabilities. This includes government subsidies, investment contributions, and operational funding.
2. Donations and Charitable Contributions: The foundation accepts donations through PostCheck account and IBAN. Notable donations include contributions from Jakob und Emma Windler-Stiftung for the Kleinwohngruppen (KWG) construction project.
3. Products and Services Sales: The foundation operates workshops (Ateliers) where clients create products such as ceramics, greeting cards, and textiles that are sold at bazaars and through a web shop.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Stiftung Ungarbühl is a Swiss non-profit foundation operating a residential care and supported employment campus for adults with developmental disabilities (Entwicklungsbeeinträchtigung) in Schaffhausen. It delivers an integrated three-pillar service model — Wohnen (living in group homes, Kleinwohngruppen, and external apartments), Schaffe (work and day-structure programs including various ateliers and the FrischLuft outdoor forest program), and Freiziit (leisure, holidays, and recreational activities) — alongside respite care and a web shop selling client-made products.

Product overview

Stiftung Ungarbühl is a Swiss foundation providing a comprehensive living, working, and leisure environment for adults with developmental disabilities in Schaffhausen. The organization operates a multi-service model centered on three core pillars: Wohnen (residential living in group homes and apartments), Schaffe (work and day structure through ateliers and the FrischLuft outdoor program), and Freiziit (leisure activities and holidays). Additional services include respite care, a web shop for client-made products, and the Kleinwohngruppen (KWG) project for small-group living. The FrischLuft program represents an innovative outdoor work concept conducted in the local forest.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• FrischLuft: A decentralized outdoor work program set in the forest for adults with disabilities, providing nature-based activities and employment.
• Kleinwohngruppen (KWG)
• Wohne
• Schaffe
• Freiziit

Products and services

• Wohnen (Residential Living) Residential living services for adults with developmental disabilities, including four Wohngruppen (group homes WG1–WG4) at the main Ungarbühlstrasse location, decentralized external apartments (Aussenwohnungen), and the new Kleinwohngruppen (KWG) small living groups under construction.
• Schaffe (Work and Day Structure) Work and day-structure programs including multiple sheltered ateliers (workshops) such as Atelier 4 and Dusse i de Natur, offering production activities like ceramics, greeting cards, textiles, and handicrafts. Operates across locations on Mühlentalsträsschen and at the main campus.
• Freiziit (Leisure and Recreation) Structured leisure, recreation, and social activities for clients, including outings, holiday programs, carnival parties (Fasnachtsparty), Angehörigenanlass (relatives' events), and participation in community festivals.
• FrischLuft (Outdoor Forest Work Program)

Quantifiable outcome

• 10 clients' individual holidays enabled through Bazar sales proceeds
• +1 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Partnerships

Eleven partnerships are on record, tiered core, significant and minor.

• Erne AGcoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 16 July 2024Construction company that built the residential pavilion for temporary housing during the Kleinwohngruppen construction project. Modules were assembled in Erne's factory in Möhlin.
• Credit Suisse SchaffhausensignificantGTM or Marketing Partner · 1 June 2017Credit Suisse Schaffhausen runs annual Volunteering Days at the foundation where employees help with apple pressing and participate in wish fulfillment projects for clients. The partnership enables special experiences for foundation clients including visits to FC Schaffhausen, cinema trips, and Rhine boat cruises.
• Fachstelle Behinderung SchaffhausensignificantStrategic or Co-development PartnerExpert evaluation of the Kleinwohngruppen project by Ilona Daners, Leiterin Fachstelle Behinderung, providing professional assessment of needs and services.
• Signa AG St.GallenminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerProject management consulting for organization and development as listed in the Impressum.
• RAUM.WERTanalysesignificantStrategic or Co-development PartnerExpert analysis by Ursula Spannberger on quality and space programs for the Kleinwohngruppen project development.
• Kompetenzzentrum Behinderung und LebensqualitätsignificantStrategic or Co-development PartnerExpert evaluation by Prof. Dr. Stefania Calabrese on the Kleinwohngruppen project and disability services.
• Stiftung PignaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerINSOS connect project partner - exchange project between day centers for strengthening self-understanding.
• Insieme SchaffhausensignificantStrategic or Co-development PartnerDisability organization where clients participated in general assembly and provide catering services.
• Verein Tiergehege BlankensteinminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal association where foundation clients help maintain the animal enclosure and receive pizza as appreciation.
• Sonderschule GranatenbaumgutminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerSpecial needs school that conducts joint activities with foundation clients including cookie baking and school visits.
• Cellere Bau AG SchaffhausenminorGTM or Marketing PartnerConstruction company that invited foundation clients to experience construction equipment as part of their 60th anniversary celebration.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves9 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Regional players

• Stiftung Brühlgarten: Swiss foundation operating residential and work programs for adults with developmental disabilities in the Schaffhausen region — most direct geographic and service-model peer to Stiftung Ungarbühl.

Emerging players

• Stiftung Pigna: Swiss foundation running day centers and integration programs — direct network partner (Stiftung Ungarbühl is in INSOS connect with them) with comparable focus on habilitation and social participation.

Direct peers

• ARWO Stiftung: Swiss foundation providing housing, work and integration programs for people with disabilities — comparable operating model combining sheltered workshops and group homes.
• Stiftung Wagerenhof: Swiss foundation near Zurich providing residential living, work ateliers, and leisure activities for adults with intellectual disabilities — closely comparable three-pillar model (live, work, leisure).
• Mathilde Escher Stiftung: Zurich-based Swiss foundation providing residential and work programs for adults with cerebral palsy and other disabilities — comparable residential-care and atelier model with similar funding structure.
• Stiftung Rodtegg: Swiss foundation in Lucerne offering residential, work and educational programs for people with disabilities — direct peer with similar three-pillar service structure and cantonal funding model.
• Stiftung Drei Tannen: Swiss foundation providing residential and work programs for adults with disabilities in the Zurich area — comparable service mix and funding approach.

Others

• Insieme Schweiz: National umbrella association for parents and professionals supporting people with intellectual disabilities in Switzerland — relevant as ecosystem partner and referral channel rather than a direct service competitor.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/stiftung-ungarb%C3%BChl

Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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