Association Grant for Volunteer Associations in Finland
Issued by Svenska Kulturfonden · via fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls
- Published
- 5 Nov 2026
- Reference
- svenska-kulturfonden-s-foreningsbidrag-grants-up-to-5-000-for-volunteer
- Location
- Finland
At a glance
Svenska Kulturfonden in Finland has published a funding call: “Association Grant for Volunteer Associations in Finland”. The notice does not state a closing date, so confirm the timetable on the official portal. Quote reference svenska-kulturfonden-s-foreningsbidrag-grants-up-to-5-000-for-volunteer in any correspondence with the buyer. FreeTender has recorded 8 notices from this buyer since 2026, 8 of them currently open. Bids are submitted to the buyer through fundsforNGOs — grants & funding calls, not through FreeTender.
Details
Svenska Kulturfonden offers the Föreningsbidrag, a grant providing up to €5,000 to support volunteer-driven associations in Finland, such as choirs, amateur theater groups, and youth associations. The application period is from 1 to 30 November. Associations seeking larger grants should apply for the Bidrag för organisationer. The Föreningsbidrag aims to support associations in Finland that are primarily driven by volunteers. This grant is targeted at organizations that engage in activities relevant to the Swedish community in Finland and do not employ full-time staff.
Eligible organizations must:
Associations led by employed staff, with political aims, or serving specific professional sectors, are not eligible.
The grant supports:
This grant offers critical support for volunteer-driven associations in Finland, enabling them to sustain and enhance their contributions to cultural and community life. By focusing on non-professional organizations, Svenska Kulturfonden fosters a vibrant cultural landscape. What if we want to apply for more than €5,000? Associations eligible for the Föreningsbidrag but seeking over €5,000 should apply for the Bidrag för organisationer. Can we apply if our 2027 activity plan isn’t approved by our annual meeting yet? Yes, as long as the board approves it by the end of November. Can newly founded associations apply? No, associations must have completed at least one full operational year. Eligible associations should review the official guidelines thoroughly and ensure all application requirements are met. For more information, contact Anna Wilhelmson at anna.wilhelmson(at)kulturfonden.fi.
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