About
Østfold fylkeskommune is a county municipality (regional government authority) in southeastern Norway. It provides a wide range of public services including education and training, roads and public transport, dental health services, regional planning, cultural heritage preservation, culture, climate and environmental management, business development, and sports and outdoor activities. The county municipality also offers various grants and support programs for individuals, organizations, and businesses in the Østfold region.
Funding Opportunities
TT-kort (tilrettelagt transport)
TT-kort er en støtteordning for personer som ikke kan reise med kollektivtransport på grunn av en varig funksjonsnedsettelse. Ordningen gir økonomisk tilskudd til drosjereiser for fritidsformål. Kortet er personlig og kan brukes til drosjereiser i hele Norge. Tilskuddet fastsettes to ganger årlig og varierer basert på fylkeskommunens budsjett. For første halvår 2026 er grunntilskuddet 2,700 kroner. Spesielle brukergrupper som rullestolbrukere, blinde/svaksynte, og personer bosatt mer enn 15 km fra kommunesenteret kan motta ekstra tilskudd. Ordningen er administrert av Østfold fylkeskommune og er ikke ment å dekke reiser som finansieres gjennom andre ordninger som pasientreiser eller arbeids-/utdanningsreiser. TT-kortet er gyldig i to eller fire år avhengig av vedtaket, og søkere mottar varsel tre måneder før kortet utløper.
TT-kort (tilrettelagt transport)
TT-kort is a transport subsidy program for individuals who cannot use public transportation due to a permanent disability. The program provides financial support for taxi travel for leisure purposes. Eligibility requires a permanent or long-term (more than 2 years) disability that prevents use of public transport, residence in Østfold county, and a medical certificate from a doctor. The basic grant amount is 2,700 NOK for the first half of 2026, distributed twice yearly in January and July. Additional funding from the state (25,000 NOK for first half 2026) is available for blind/visually impaired individuals and wheelchair users. The subsidy is loaded onto a personal card that can be used with participating taxi services throughout Norway.
Prosjektmidler til strategisk trafikksikkerhetsarbeid i kommunene
Østfold fylkeskommune invites municipalities in Østfold to apply for project funding for strategic traffic safety work. The program supports activities and measures that contribute to achieving the county's ambitions: that all municipalities have valid traffic safety plans, all municipalities are certified as traffic-safe municipalities, and 80 percent of children and youth without the right to school transportation walk or cycle to school. Funding can be used for planning, knowledge enhancement, activities, or physical facilitation related to traffic safety. The project must have a duration of up to one year and the grant must be used within the calendar year. Funds cannot be transferred to the next year. Examples of supported activities include developing traffic safety plans, coordination work for traffic-safe municipality certification, travel habit surveys among children and youth, school route plans, bicycle training, upgrading of paths and shortcuts used for school routes, and lighting of crossings for pedestrians and cyclists. All projects must align with UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Tilskudd til næringsutvikling, innovasjon og omstilling
This grant program aims to achieve sustainable value creation and reduced greenhouse gas emissions in Østfold county through business development projects. The program supports projects that lead to increased value creation, strengthened competitiveness, and job creation in Østfold by realizing sustainable business development projects. Priority areas include innovation and entrepreneurship for startups and growth companies, clusters and business networks, and green, circular, and digital transformation. The program has a regional focus and aims to contribute to business development throughout Østfold. Projects that strengthen competitiveness within circular economy, green transition, digitalization, social entrepreneurship, or integration into the workforce are prioritized. The program supports development and innovation projects rather than ordinary operational tasks, and requires that projects demonstrate more than simply maintaining existing services.
Tilskudd til forskning i bedrifter (FORREGION)
FORREGION is a regional research fund program in Østfold County, Norway, designed to support small and medium-sized businesses with little or no experience in research and development (R&D). The program provides funding for preliminary R&D projects to familiarize applicant companies with research as an innovation tool and to initiate further research activities. Companies must collaborate with a researcher and work with competence brokers who can facilitate relevant partnerships and guide the project development process. The program aims to mobilize businesses toward research and trigger continued research efforts through pre-project phase support. The program covers five priority areas: climate, environment and energy; health and care; education and upbringing; technology; and urban, place and regional development. Support is capped at 50% of the project's total budget with a maximum of 200,000 Norwegian kroner. At least 70% of the support amount must be used to purchase R&D competence from external sources. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and are evaluated continuously. Eligible companies must have fewer than 250 employees and annual revenue below 50 million euros, be registered in Østfold, and demonstrate little or no prior R&D experience. The program requires collaboration with a named competence broker and aims to prepare companies for future funding opportunities such as the Research Council of Norway's innovation programs or SkatteFUNN.
Tilskudd til bedriftssamarbeid som fremmer sirkulær og digital omstilling
This grant supports collaborative projects between businesses in Østfold, Norway, that promote circular resource use and industrial symbiosis. The program aims to develop more industrial symbios where waste and by-products from one company can be used as resources in another company. The initiative is a joint effort by county municipalities, Innovation Norway, SivA, and the Research Council to develop industrial areas into industrial symbios. Projects must involve collaboration between at least three businesses to promote circular resource utilization of resource streams, taking as a starting point identified resource streams such as sludge from food production and treatment plants, plastic packaging, or construction and demolition waste. The grant recognizes that sustainable value creation requires the best possible circular resource utilization. Companies collaborating on more circular resource use can apply for support with rolling deadlines.
Tilskudd til bedriftsintern opplæring (BIO-ordningen)
BIO-ordningen er et tilskuddsprogram fra Østfold fylkeskommune som støtter bedrifter i Østfold med kompetanseutvikling for ansatte som er nødvendig for å gjennomføre vesentlig omstilling. Ordningen skal bidra til at bedrifter får den kompetansen de trenger for å gjennomføre endringer i produkter og tjenester, arbeidsmåter, eller etablering på nye markeder. Bedrifter kan søke om inntil 400 000 kroner i støtte per kalenderår, med maksimalt 50 000 kroner per ansatt. Tilskuddet dekker 50 prosent av opplæringskostnadene, inkludert kursavgifter, lønnskostnader under opplæring, og mindre kostnader som reiseutgifter og kursmateriell. Bedriften må selv bidra med resten som egeninnsats. Før søknad må bedriften ha gjennomført en kompetansekartlegging og utarbeidet en opplæringsplan. Opplæringen skal skje hos eksterne leverandører, fortrinnsvis akkrediterte utdanningsinstitusjoner, og kan vare i inntil ett år. Fylkeskommunen prioriterer tiltak som støtter det grønne skiftet, sirkulærøkonomi, digitalisering, og som fremmer integreringsarbeid og mangfold. Søknadsfristen er løpende, og søknader behandles fortløpende. Etter gjennomført opplæring må tilskuddsmottaker levere en sluttrapport med prosjektregnskap, timelister og kompetansebevis.
Tilskudd til verneverdige bygninger og anlegg i Østfold
This grant program supports the preservation and conservation of heritage-worthy buildings and sites in Østfold, Norway. The purpose is to maintain and continue Østfold's many important, valuable and heritage-worthy buildings, while stimulating increased competence in heritage buildings and antiquarian principles. Owners of heritage-worthy buildings and sites can apply for grants for preservation, restoration, refurbishment and restoration to previous appearance. The program receives many applications and has limited funds available, with typical grants ranging between NOK 20,000-60,000. Supported activities include preservation of heritage buildings and sites (including gardens and courtyards), investigations (such as color studies, dendrochronological dating, building archaeological surveys), restoration to earlier appearance based on documented evidence, and energy efficiency measures that do not constitute disfiguring or major interventions. Interior restoration/refurbishment may be supported if it benefits the public. The program prioritizes projects of regional value and those that can contribute to value creation or industry, involve local craftsmen, use local materials, and increase competence in heritage building preservation.
Spillemidler til anlegg for idrett og fysisk aktivitet
This funding program provides grants for building and rehabilitating sports facilities, outdoor recreation facilities, and local community facilities in Østfold county, Norway. The program supports projects that are open to general sports activities or self-organized activities and are not subject to commercial interests. Funding can be used for construction and rehabilitation of sports facilities, purchasing and furnishing existing facilities, and universal design improvements to older sports facilities. Applications are processed through a two-tier system where applicants first submit to their local municipality, which then forwards a consolidated application to the county by January 15th. The county allocates funds and informs applicants of results by July 15th each year.
Tilskudd til barne- og ungdomsorganisasjoner i Østfold
Østfold fylkeskommune provides grants to children and youth organizations in Østfold county through Viken barne- og ungdomsråd (Viken Children and Youth Council). The grant program is designed to support organizations that work with children and young people in the Østfold region. The application period is open annually from March 1 to June 1. Applications and inquiries should be directed to Viken barne- og ungdomsråd, which was formed in 2020 through the merger of Akershus and Østfold children and youth councils.
Lærebedrifter får økonomisk støtte
Godkjente lærebedrifter får automatisk tilskudd fra fylkeskommunen til opplæring av lærlinger, lærekandidater og for kandidater i ordningen fagbrev på jobb. Lærebedriftene trenger ikke å søke om tilskudd. Tilskuddet utbetales automatisk to ganger i året, før sommer og jul. Satsene øker årlig. Lærebedrifter som er tilknyttet et samarbeidsorgan for lærebedrifter (opplæringskontor), kan avtale at samarbeidsorganet mottar tilskudd på vegne av lærebedriften. Dette programmet er designet for å støtte bedrifter som tilbyr praktisk opplæring og yrkesutdanning. I tillegg til de automatiske tilskuddene kan lærebedrifter og opplæringskontor søke om tilretteleggingstilskudd for kandidater med behov for ekstra oppfølging og veiledning. Før søknad sendes, må lærebedriften ha gjennomført tilpasset opplæring og vurdert at dette ikke er tilstrekkelig. Dette gjelder også for kandidater med svake norskferdigheter og kort botid i landet.
Tilskudd til barne- og ungdomsorganisasjoner i Østfold
Viken barne- og ungdomsråd distributes county-level grants to children's and youth organizations in Østfold county, Norway. This funding opportunity supports the activities and development of organizations working with children and young people in the region. The application period is open from March 1 to June 1 annually. Organizations interested in funding must submit their applications directly to Viken barne- og ungdomsråd (Viken Children and Youth Council). This grant program represents a merger of previous programs from Akershus and Østfold counties, which combined in 2020 to form the unified Viken organization.
Tilskudd for å øke unges deltakelse og medvirkning i kulturlivet i Østfold
This grant program from Østfold County Council aims to increase youth participation and involvement in cultural life in Østfold. The purpose of the funding scheme is to increase young people's access to relevant cultural events and help young people create, experience, and practice culture where they live. Municipalities can apply for grants in dialogue with the county council. Decisions are made administratively after a comprehensive assessment of the application from each municipality. Recipients must acknowledge the support from Østfold County Council and use the organization's logo on printed materials, digital platforms, and events where relevant.
Tilskudd til barne- og ungdomsorganisasjoner i Østfold
Viken barne- og ungdomsråd fordeler fylkeskommunale tilskudd til barne- og ungdomsorganisasjoner i Østfold. This grant supports children and youth organizations in the Østfold region. The application period is open from March 1st to June 1st annually. Akershus barne- og ungdomsråd and Østfold barne- og ungdomsråd merged in 2020 to form Viken barne- og ungdomsråd, which now administers these regional grants. Applications and inquiries should be directed to Viken barne- og ungdomsråd. This is a regional funding opportunity provided by Østfold fylkeskommune (Østfold County Council) to support activities and programs for children and young people through their organizations.
Spillemidler til friluftslivsanlegg
Østfold fylkeskommune distributes annual gaming funds (spillemidler) for outdoor recreation facilities in Østfold. This funding supports the development of outdoor recreation facilities including day trip cabins, hiking trails, ski trails and paths, signage and marking, and sanitary facilities connected to outdoor activity facilities. Applications are submitted through municipalities, which have varying deadlines typically during autumn. Outdoor recreation facilities are highly prioritized with rapid allocation of gaming funds in Østfold, and such facilities typically receive funding in the first year of application. The funding is part of a broader national program for facilities related to sports, outdoor recreation, and physical activity.
Tilskudd til å bedre barn og unges psykiske helse
Østfold fylkeskommune has provided grant funding to municipalities in Østfold through the Norwegian Directorate of Health's program for public health work in municipalities. The program aims to strengthen children and young people's mental health and quality of life through systematic and long-term public health efforts. Projects will be implemented from June 1, 2025 to July 1, 2027. Municipalities could apply for funding for projects within three areas: public health and life skills in primary schools, life skills and health in kindergartens, and free play and facilitation of play in various arenas. Projects must be anchored in the municipality's planning framework and have a long-term perspective. Recipient municipalities must commit to contributing at least 50 percent of project costs (including work effort), conducting self-evaluation of implemented measures, participating in regional project meetings and seminars, and being available for follow-up researchers from NMBU/HiØ who will evaluate the program in Østfold. This was a one-time grant announcement and the application deadline has passed.
Tilskudd til utvikling av kommunale frisklivs-, lærings- og mestringstilbud
This grant program was administered by Østfold County Municipality on behalf of the Norwegian Directorate of Health to stimulate the development of municipal public health centers offering health promotion, learning, and coping services. As of 2026, this funding structure has been discontinued - the subsidy for establishing and organizing public health centers now goes directly into the municipal budget framework. Municipalities no longer need to apply for grants through the county, and the dedicated application rounds have been discontinued. Reporting for 2025 allocations will still be completed according to award letters, but no new applications are being accepted under this program.
Tilskudd til barne- og ungdomsorganisasjoner i Østfold
Viken barne- og ungdomsråd fordeler fylkeskommunale tilskudd til barne- og ungdomsorganisasjoner i Østfold. Dette er en fylkeskommunal støtteordning spesifikt rettet mot organisasjoner som arbeider med barn og ungdom i Østfold fylke. Søknadsomgangen er åpen fra 1. mars til 1. juni hvert år. Akershus barne- og ungdomsråd og Østfold barne- og ungdomsråd slo seg sammen i 2020 og heter nå Viken barne- og ungdomsråd, som nå administrerer tilskuddsordningen.
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