A Fresh Outlook on Philanthropy

    "At EHL, our goal extends beyond meeting immediate needs—we aim to sustain our excellence for the next 130 years. Consistent with the approach of leading universities worldwide, our newly established endowment fund ensures sustainable excellence by providing a stable and continuous source of funding.

    Your contributions are not just for today; they are for the future of EHL and the students we serve. By donating to the EHL Endowment, you create a perpetual cycle of positive impacts. Your generosity is a beacon of hope, transforming lives and making the world a better place. You support industry solutions, invest in scholarship, research, and academic innovation, paving the way for a brighter future."

    - Dr. David Knuff, Chief Strategic Partnerships Officer

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    Dr. David Knuff
    Chief Strategic Partnerships Officer
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    Philanthropy Impact Report 2023

    Discover our first EHL Philanthropy Impact Report, which shows the outstanding results we achieved in 2023 and outlines our vision for the future of philanthropy at EHL.

    You’ll be interested to learn about the:

    • Positive continual growth of life-changing financial aid offered to needful students.
    • New Class Challenge, a tradition started by the humbling generosity of the Class of ‘23
    • Endowment Fund that secures EHL's future philanthropic efforts and fundraising culture. 

    The Spirit of Giving Back at EHL

    From humble beginnings, Jacques Tschumi founded EHL with a vision to provide exceptional hospitality education. Since its founding in 1893, the school's DNA has always been rooted in service to others.

    Over the past 130 years, EHL has upheld a culture of giving back, with many examples of this ethos. Among these, the alumni association's contribution in the 1940s stands out. In 1942, after the Second World War, then-president Hermann Schmid worked with the alumni to donate the equivalent of 2.7 Million Swiss Francs (adjusted using the Swiss wage equivalent) to help the school reopen its doors and continue providing world-class hospitality management training.

    This act of generosity saved the school and paved the way for its continued success. It exemplifies the determination and giving spirit of the EHL community, both past and present.

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    Our Philanthropic Priorities

    Taking EHL's philanthropic activities to a higher level with a greater reach, we aim to facilitate sustainable excellence through a stable and continuous funding source for these three areas:

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    Scholarship

    We are dedicated to making hospitality education accessible to all, regardless of their financial circumstances. Our scholarship and loan programs empower students who need financial aid, enabling them to pursue their dreams and achieve personal and professional success. 

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    Research

    We play a crucial role in shaping the future of the hospitality industry by facilitating funding for research institutes and academic faculty members. Our support enables the creation of innovative projects that drive thought leadership and knowledge creation, making a significant impact on the industry's evolution. 

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    Academic Innovation

    We create solutions and improvements for the future of hospitality education by developing, testing, and implementing student-centric learning tools and resources. Our academic pioneering ensures that EHL programs satisfy student expectations and industry standards with exceptional, experiential learning opportunities.

    EHL Endowmnet

    How does an Endowment Fund work?

    An endowment fund is a pool of money invested to generate income for a non-profit organization. It provides stable funding for non-profit organizations and supports their operations, programs, and initiatives. Endowment funds are intended to last indefinitely, ensuring a steady source of funding for future generations and the organization's long-term sustainability.

    How to Contribute

    • Looking to understand how your generosity can drive meaningful change in education?
    • Willing to transform your one-time donation into a lasting, ongoing contribution?
    • Curious to understand how your contribution can align with your personal values?
    • Interested in how to maximize the tax benefits from your donation?

    Contact Grégoire Pavillon, Director of Philanthropy and EHL Alumnus 1995, to discuss your goals and explore potential collaborations.

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    Grégoire Pavillon
    Director of Philanthropy
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    EHL Foundation for Scholarships and Honorary Loans

    As our most mature philanthropic infrastructure, The EHL Foundation for Scholarships and Honorary Loans* has served students with financial aid solutions since 2019. This foundation provides talented, passionate students with financial aid through scholarships and loans, allowing them to pursue their dreams of hospitality education in Switzerland and empowering them for future personal and professional success.

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