Alfred Kordelinin säätiö is a major Finnish private foundation that supports science, literature, the arts, and public education, with a strong emphasis on knowledge-sharing and cultural impact. Its grantmaking is highly programmatic: some funds support individual artists and scholars, while others back larger collaborative projects, local cultural initiatives, and public-facing efforts that strengthen critical thinking, civic engagement, and community identity. Applicants that connect culture or research to broader societal benefit tend to fit especially well.
Offers a mix of annual open calls and dedicated funds, with many deadlines in January and August. Grants range from a few hundred euros for local/specialized funds to about €45,000 for individual working grants and roughly $100,000-$300,000 for large two-year cultural projects.
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Watch the fixed application windows closely: many dedicated and city funds open January 15-31, while arts and public education calls open August 15-31. Tailor proposals to the specific fund’s mission, show clear Finnish public benefit or local relevance, and for larger cultural projects emphasize long-term societal impact rather than a one-off artistic output.
Current and upcoming funding from Alfred Kordelinin säätiö that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Apurahaa voivat hakea suomalaiset tai Suomessa toimivat yksityishenkilöt ja rekisteröidyt, y-tunnuksella toimivat yhteisöt. Vuonna 2026 haettavana ovat kaunokirjallisuus ja näyttämötaiteet; vuorovuosina muut taiteen alat. Työryhmä voi hakea, jos virallisena hakijana toimii yhteisö.
Deadline: 15.–31.8. vuosittain
Who can apply: Apurahaa voivat hakea suomalaiset tai Suomessa toimivat yksityishenkilöt ja rekisteröidyt, y-tunnuksella toimivat yhteisöt. Tukea ei myönnetä yksittäisiin julkaisuihin tai artikkeleihin. Työryhmä voi hakea, jos virallisena hakijana toimii yhteisö.
Deadline: 15.–31.8. vuosittain
Who can apply: Applicants must be Finnish or Finland-based individuals or registered entities with a Finnish business ID. Organizational applications are allowed. In 2026, the program accepts projects from both individuals and organizations.
Deadline: Annually August 15–31; decisions in November.
Who can apply: Applicants must be Finnish or Finland-based individuals or registered organizations with a Finnish business ID. For organizational applications, the applicant must be a registered entity. In 2026, eligible fields are literature and performing arts.
Deadline: Annually August 15–31; decisions in November.
Who can apply: Finnish citizens or those working in Finland; individuals and registered organisations (with Y‑tunnus) may apply depending on grant type. Some art fields open in alternating years.
Deadline: Annual August application: 15–31 August (next opening 2026-08-15). Decisions made in November.
Who can apply: Finnish citizens or organisations operating in Finland; project must strengthen evidence-based public knowledge and have measurable outreach/impact.
Deadline: Annual August application: 15–31 August (next opening 2026-08-15). Decisions made in November.
Who can apply: Only registered entities with a Finnish business ID may apply; toiminimet and individuals are not eligible. The project must be ambitious, impactful, and aim for continuity beyond the grant period.
Deadline: January 15–31 in application year; decisions in April.
Who can apply: Applicants may be Finnish or Finland-based individuals or registered entities with a Finnish business ID. Grants are cost grants only; personal working grants are not available. The page states applications are not awarded for studies.
Deadline: Annual January window; decisions in April.
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