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As part of the 2025 depot donation initiative by the Gurtenfestival, the organization Glücksbringer is delighted to receive special support – and with it, many young people in urgent need of help.

The Glücksbringer association is dedicated to supporting children, adolescents, and young adults with mental health challenges, as well as their families undergoing treatment. Where conventional therapy options and financial means reach their limits, the organization steps in. Through targeted, individualized support, Glücksbringer creates new perspectives where uncertainty and overwhelm once prevailed.

Thanks to the Gurtenfestival’s 2025 depot donation, even more young people can now be accompanied on their journey toward recovery and self-determination. The donations will be used for:

• Meaningful leisure activities such as music lessons or memberships in sports clubs to foster social connections and boost self-esteem.

• Individual coaching sessions to improve quality of life and empowerment.

• Personalized visits from our therapeutic clown.

• Educational programs that promote professional and social integration and provide sustainable prospects for young people.

This valuable support means not only financial assistance for those affected, but most importantly: hope. Glücksbringer sincerely thanks the Gurtenfestival and all festival-goers who contribute through their depot donations – for greater quality of life, equal opportunities, and mental well-being.

Our deposit donation is a good deed in two ways: By returning reusable cups and dishes with a deposit, we help reduce waste – positively impacting the CO₂ footprint. Donating the deposit (CHF 2 per item) also enables us to support social organizations in the region.

We believe that sustainability means more than just environmental protection – it also includes social responsibility. That’s why every donated deposit goes to projects that, for example, promote community, strengthen inclusion, or help people facing difficult life situations.

In 2025, we are supporting the organization Glücksbringer. The association is dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and young adults with mental health issues, as well as their families who are undergoing treatment. The organization steps in where conventional therapy options and financial resources reach their limits. Through targeted, individualized support, it creates new perspectives where uncertainty and overwhelm previously prevailed. (More about it here).

In previous years, we have already been able to financially support the following organizations:

Verein Takiwatanga (2024)

The Takiwatanga association from Thun is working to make nightlife and cultural events more inclusive for people with disabilities. With events such as the Takiwatanga Disco, they create barrier-free spaces for connection, music, and joy.
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café révolution (2023)

café révolution is a safer space in Bern – by and for BIPOC. Emerging from the 2020 BLM movement, it offers a place for empowerment, healing, education, and culture. Through exhibitions, readings, courses, and a library, it becomes a participatory and solidarity-driven space to combat anti-Black racism.
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Pluto Emergency Shelter (2022)

The Pluto emergency shelter provides free overnight stays, protection, and counseling for young people in crisis aged 14–23. Open daily from 6 PM to 9 AM, Pluto offers seven beds and professional support in finding individualized solutions.
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