In the August round of applications there are two grants available: grants for artists' residencies and mobility grants for artists. Applications close at 4 pm Finnish time on the last day of the application period.

Dig It! archaeology initiative grant is currently on a break.

Grants for Artists's Residencies

The Finnish Cultural Foundation awards grants for international artists’ residency programmes each year. There are 9 residencies in 8 different countries. More information.

Mobility grant

The purpose of the mobility grant is to enable artists to spend time abroad to discover new tools and networks that support their art practise. More information.

Dig It! archaeology initiative

The Finnish Cultural Foundation’s Dig It! archaeology initiative is designed to create opportunities for primary and secondary school students to take part in archaeological activities in their local area, and to promote their awareness and interest in scientific research methods, their own local heritage and history generally. Dig It! archaeology initiative grant is currently on a break. More information.