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Our slogan says it all: AVC is an international relief organization that works worldwide for persecuted Christians and those in need. Hand in hand with local partners, we are committed to helping the needy and forgotten of this world in over sixty countries on four continents. We work in the hotspots - where persecution of Christians meets spiritual and material need.Our mission consists of the following three areas of activity:Assisting persecuted ChristiansPersecution of Christians has many faces. Worldwide, well over 309 million people are discriminated, disowned, disinherited, mistreated, expelled, imprisoned, tortured or killed – simply because they want to follow Jesus and live their faith peacefully. AVC gives these people a voice and supports them practically: courageously, resolutely, effectively.Helping people in needPoor, without opportunities, without hope, without prospects: This is the life reality for billions of people. AVC helps in the areas of this world with structural poverty or in the middle of crisis, disaster, and war. And very close, in the forgotten countries of Europe. AVC provides need-oriented humanitarian aid: quickly, unbureaucratically, effectively.Making Jesus Christ knownWe are convinced that Jesus Christ is the way, the truth, and the life. Faith in him offers perspective and gives hope – here and now and beyond. To help holistically, we take the Gospel to the farthest corners of the world. AVC makes Jesus Christ known. We spread the Christian message: committed, respectful, with heart.How you can supportread along – Subscribe to our free bi-monthly magazine "AVCreport" or our bi-monthly newsletter by e-mail. Or follow us on our digital channels: Facebook, Instagram, Tiktok, Youtube.get involved – There are many different ways to get involved and help in a practical way.pray with us – Pray with us. Subscribe to the weekly "gebet explosiv" email.Join us - Come with us on an overseas mission. Whether visiting a refugee camp, accompanying a transport of relief supplies or sharing the Good News: we meet people in material and spiritual need, bring hope and give love.join us – Come with us on an assignment abroad. Whether visiting a refugee camp, accompanying a transport of relief supplies or sharing the Good News: we meet people in material and spiritual need, bring hope and give love.support us – Support our work and specific projects financially. Donations to AVC can be deducted from taxes in all cantons.give along – We are also happy to receive donations in kind, which we pass on to local people in need through our partners.Companies often donate detergents, baby food, hygiene articles, non-perishable food, textiles, medical supplies and much more. Private individuals collect clothes, shoes, bicycles, camping equipment, blankets, toys and other everyday items in good condition for us. The items can be handed in to us directly or at one of our collection points. Your support makes a difference!

Parterre Basel From an informal youth center café to an SME The history of the Parterre Basel is a long one, and one spurred by social engagement. In 1942, the BFA (Basler Freizeitaktion, engl. “Basel Recreational Activities”) was founded with the goal of establishing an open youth work center. The idea was to offer diversion for the youth during the hard times of the on-going war — such as workshops and open meeting points, but also activities such as choirs, hiking, and trips. Today, the BFA still operates several youth centers and activities, albeit now as JuAr Basel. In 1975, the BFA opens the “Kaffi Schlappe” next to the Kaserne, including a youth counselling center, probably one of the first of its kind in Switzerland. Since 1992, the restaurant has continuously been developed and expanded according to economic criteria. With the takeover of the premises previously used by the GGG library on the first floor/ground floor, the restaurant now stands on its own feet as a business. In 1999, the Restaurant Parterre is opened, replacing the “Kaffi” but still keeping the aspects of social engagement and youth work in place. The business behind the restaurant is accordingly called Parterre Basel but still run by the BFA. Over the next few years, the company expands further, incorporating more subsectors to its business areas. Amongst others, laundry and cleaning services are now offered, and a buvette (an outdoor snack bar) is opened during the summer months on the Rhine bank. Additionally, the restaurant Rialto (2003) and the event hall Querfeld (2007) have been taken over as venues, which is another step for the Parterre Basel to become an SME. As you can see, the formerly socially engaged youth center has become a profit-oriented and economically minded business with a focus on cultural and social engagement. In 2006, the BFA hands over the Parterre Basel business to four private investors. As a result, the previously established business was split into the Parterre AG (Gastronomy, cultural arts, events), and Parterre Tangram (social engagement, work integration, etc.) Mid-2015 sees another change that is indicative of future developments. Yvonne Hürlimann-Hockenjos, the long-standing patron, is now joint owner of the afore-mentioned established businesses, together with Peter Sterli und Roland Aebi. In addition, Yvonne Hürlimann-Hockenjos’ granddaughter, Diane Hürlimann, has been delegated to the Board of Directors and the shareholders’ meeting/committee.