The Finnish Heritage Agency opens a grant application for intangible cultural heritage projects
This year's grants aim to promote intercultural dialogue and secure the rights of minorities to safeguard their own cultural heritage. Applications can be submitted at haeavustuksia.fi. The application period ends on October 9, 2025, at 3 PM.
Finland ratified the UNESCO Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage in 2013. The Finnish Heritage Agency is responsible for implementing this convention in Finland.
Since 2018, the Finnish Heritage Agency has supported intangible cultural heritage projects through state grants. In previous years, the grants have supported projects related to e.g. education and training in the field of living heritage. The 2025 grants particularly aim to support activities that promote cultural diversity as part of cultural heritage work or the cultural activities of minority groups.
Intangible cultural heritage refers to traditions and practices that are passed down from generation to generation. This can include celebrations, food traditions, craftsmanship, performing arts, storytelling, or skills related to nature. Traditions are constantly changing and evolving. Cultural diversity, as well as the traditions and cultural activities of different minorities, enriches intangible cultural heritage.
Eligible applicants include associations, municipalities, foundations, and companies. Applications can be made in Finnish, Swedish, or English. The application period ends on October 9, 2025, at 3:00 PM.
The Finnish Heritage Agency will hold an information session online via Zoom on Wednesday, September 10, from 9:00 to 10:00 AM. Registration can be done at the following link https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/plhPqD7JQTaQd00rJeMRvw