About
Drammen kommune is a municipality in Norway providing local government services to its residents. The municipality offers a wide range of public services including education (schools and kindergartens), health and welfare services, urban planning, building permits, water and sewage management, roads and traffic, arts and culture, environmental services, and social services. Drammen kommune is committed to sustainability and climate action, with initiatives focused on helping residents live more climate-friendly lives through reduced consumption, reuse and repair programs, energy efficiency, and green transportation options.
Funding Opportunities
Lokal fritidskasse i Drammen kommune
The Local Leisure Fund in Drammen Municipality aims to facilitate opportunities for all children and young people to participate in organized leisure activities regardless of economic background. The program helps cover costs associated with participation in organized leisure activities for children and young people aged 0-19 years who are at risk of social exclusion. The funding is provided through a three-year grant from Bufdir (Norwegian Directorate for Children, Youth and Family Affairs) to Drammen municipality, with 2025 being the final year. The program covers participation fees for cultural and sports associations, tournament fees, necessary equipment and clothing, travel costs, and camps organized by clubs. Applications are processed on a rolling basis as long as funds are available. The maximum support is 5,000 Norwegian kroner per child per year for one organized leisure activity.
Utviklingsstipend
Drammen kommune has been awarding development grants to young athletes since 1993. In spring 2024, the grant program was strengthened with an additional 250,000 kroner, bringing the total annual distribution to 290,000 kroner for youth athletes in the municipality. The grants are awarded through Drammen Sports Council based on applications from local clubs and associations. The program aims to support talented young athletes aged 15-20 who are among the elite in their sports disciplines and represent a Drammen-based club. The grants are distributed with gender balance in mind, and at least two of seven grants must be awarded to para-athletes. Recipients must primarily be residents of Drammen, though exceptions can be made for students temporarily residing elsewhere. The grants are awarded annually, and previous recipients are eligible to apply again in subsequent years.
Kommunal lånegaranti
Drammen kommune provides municipal loan guarantees for building and rehabilitation of cultural arenas, sports facilities, and outdoor recreation facilities. This is a guarantee scheme where the municipality provides financial guarantees for activities owned/operated by non-commercial organizations. By providing municipal loan guarantees for voluntary associations, they can obtain better loan terms and interest rates, which results in lower total costs. The financing of building/rehabilitation of sports, culture, and outdoor recreation facilities is often costly, especially when voluntary organizations are responsible for the facilities. By offering municipal loan guarantees, the municipality contributes to the construction of more facilities managed by voluntary organizations, which increases the facility status in Drammen municipality. The guarantee is available for both existing loans and new loans associated with construction projects that are eligible for sports funding (spillemidler).
Aktivitetsmidler (Lokale aktivitetsmidler - LAM)
Lokale aktivitetsmidler (LAM) er en grunnstøtte til medlemsbaserte lokale lag og foreninger i Drammen kommune. Midlene skal bidra til økt idrettsaktivitet, deltakelse og frivillighet. Alle registrerte idrettslag i byen som driver idrettslig aktivitet for aldersgruppene 6-12 år og/eller 13-19 år får automatisk tildelt midler. Omtrent to tredjedeler av det totale beløpet fordeles som hodestøtte ut fra lagenes innrapporterte aktivitetstall. Den eldste aldersgruppen (13-19 år) tildeles dobbelt så mye per medlem som den yngste gruppen (6-12 år). For å styre noen av midlene direkte til aktivitet for nevnte aldersgrupper, blir inntil 10% gitt som støtte til lag som har barneidrettstilbud i tråd med NIFs anbefalinger, inkludert godkjente allidrettsskoler. Inntil 12% av potten kan benyttes til Aktive lokalsamfunn, og inntil 10% blir fordelt som støtte til Paraidrett basert på innrapporterte aktivitetstall i Samordnet rapportering. Dette er en automatisk tilskuddsordning for registrerte idrettslag som driver aktivitet for barn og ungdom i Drammen kommune. For mer informasjon om ordningen og søknadsfrist, henvises det til Drammen idrettsråd sin nettside.
Kommunalt tilskudd til idrettslag
Drammen kommune provides annual grants to sports clubs that are members of the Norwegian Sports Confederation (Norges idrettsforbund) through the Drammen Sports Council (Drammen idrettsråd). The grants are distributed to the Drammen Sports Council annually, which then redistributes the funds to individual sports clubs based on a distribution matrix and activity numbers. This funding opportunity supports sports organizations operating within the Drammen municipality area.
Løpende tilskuddsordning for støtte til aktiviteter og mindre prosjekter på helse- og sosialområdet
This ongoing grant scheme from Drammen Municipality aims to contribute to good living conditions, social inclusion, and active community participation for residents of Drammen. The scheme stimulates voluntary efforts and supports the work of voluntary and non-profit organizations in the health and social sector. The program provides funding for activities and events that promote social fellowship and participation, as well as time-limited projects and initiatives with health-promoting or social content. In 2026, the scheme prioritizes initiatives targeting adults with limited social networks or those experiencing exclusion, particularly activities in local communities, those promoting active everyday life, and those involving the target group in planning and implementation. Activities taking place during evenings, weekends, and holidays are especially desired.
Tilskudd til frivillige og ideelle organisasjoner på helse- og sosialområdet (1-3 år)
This grant program supports voluntary and non-profit organizations working in health and social welfare in Drammen municipality. The program aims to contribute to good living conditions, social inclusion, and active community participation for residents in Drammen. It stimulates voluntary efforts and supports the work of voluntary and non-profit organizations in the health and social sector. The program provides both operational grants for running organizations or units, and project grants for time-limited projects. Priority in 2026 is given to initiatives targeting single people, children, youth, and families with limited social networks or experiencing exclusion, such as low-threshold parental support, youth programs, language stimulation for children not in kindergarten, social activities after school with meals, or activities that connect people to leisure activities or health services.
Praktisk markedsføring og arrangementsrådgivning
Drammen kommune gir bistand til grafisk utforming, markedsføring og arrangementsrådgivning til aktører i det lokale kulturlivet slik at de får muligheten til å eksponere seg med sine forestillinger, aktiviteter og arrangement for et stort publikum. Støtteordningen skal bidra til å fremme et aktivt kulturliv i kommunen. Tiltaket det gis støtte til skal være åpent for alle. Det gis bistand til publikumsutvikling, markedsføring og hjelp til grafisk utforming og printing av enkelt materiell, men ikke støtte til trykkeutgifter i trykkeri. Ved annonsering skal det opplyses om at tiltaket er støttet av Drammen kommune.
Subsidiert leie av lokaler i kommunens kulturhus
This grant provides subsidized rental of venues in Drammen municipality's cultural houses. The subsidy ensures that local cultural organizations have the opportunity to present their performances, exhibitions, and activities to a large audience. The events must be open to all. The support aims to promote an active cultural life in the municipality. Subsidized rental can be provided for concerts, theater performances, exhibitions, and other cultural events and activities that are open to all. Priority is given to events targeting children and youth. Organizers can be voluntary organizations, associations, and professional actors with an artistic/cultural purpose. Recipients of the support are responsible in the same way as other tenants and are financially responsible for any breach of lease obligations.
Husleiestøtte til lokaler hos Drammen Scener
Drammen kommune har inngått en kompensasjonsordning for leie av Drammens Teater og Union Scene hvor lag og foreninger med kulturformål og kulturaktører kan søke på en grunnstøtte til husleie av Drammens Sceners lokaler. Grunnstøtten justeres etter antall søkere og Drammen kommune fullfinansierer som regel ikke prosjekter/arrangementer. Tilskuddet skal sikre at det lokale kulturlivet får muligheten til å eksponere seg med sine forestillinger, utstillinger, aktiviteter for et stort publikum. Arrangementet må være åpne for alle. Støtten skal være et middel til å fremme et aktivt kulturliv i kommunen. Det kan gis subsidiert leie til konserter, teaterforestillinger, utstillinger og andre kulturarrangement og aktiviteter som er åpne for alle. Målgruppen barn og unge skal prioriteres. Grunnstøtte kan gis til leie per prosjekt. Støtten er kun til husleiekostnader og ikke til lyd, lys, teknikk, ansatt ressurser og annet. Søknadsfrister er to ganger per år: 15. februar for vårperioden og 15. august for høstperioden. Det er ikke mulig å søke om etterhåndsstøtte - søknad må sendes inn før arrangementet gjennomføres.
Tilskudd til festivaler og store arrangementer (3 år)
Drammen kommunes festivalstøtte skal være et middel for å skape et allsidig kunst- og kulturliv i hele kommunen og bidra til kunstnerisk fornyelse og utvikling av hele bredden av kunstuttrykk som for eksempel film, teater, musikk, visuell kunst og dans. Ordningen gir støtte til festivaler i inntil 3 år. Formålet er å gjøre bredden av kunstuttrykk av høy kvalitet tilgjengelig for alle, stimulere til nye former for formidling og programmering, og ha en bredde av tilbud som også bidrar til kulturelt mangfold og inkludering. Festivalen skal fremme produksjon og formidling av kunst- og kulturuttrykk med høy kvalitet, også for barn og unge. Støtte kan kun gis til festivaler som er forankret og gjennomføres i Drammen kommune, og det forutsettes at festivalen har blitt gjennomført i kommunen i minst tre år før første søknadsår.
Tilskudd til åpne kulturarrangement
Drammen kommune provides grants to concerts, theater performances, exhibitions and other cultural events that are open to everyone. The grant aims to contribute to Drammen having an active cultural life and to give residents a varied cultural offering of high quality. The municipality primarily provides grants to locally based cultural businesses, cultural organizations, groups, and individuals with connections to cultural life in Drammen. Similar actors based in other municipalities can also apply, but the cultural event must then be carried out in Drammen municipality. Cultural actors who do not receive support through other municipal grant schemes are prioritized. Applications must be submitted at least four weeks before the cultural event takes place, using an electronic application form with a description of the event, budget details, and information about grants from other private or public sources. A brief report and financial overview must be sent to Drammen municipality no later than one month after the event is completed.
Tilskudd til kulturarrangement for barn og unge
Drammen kommune gir tilskudd til kulturarrangement for barn og unge. Tilskuddet skal stimulere lag/foreninger, organisasjoner og kulturaktører til å gjennomføre ulike kulturarrangement for barn og unge. Dette er en løpende tilskuddsordning hvor lokale kulturbedrifter, institusjoner, organisasjoner, grupper og enkeltpersoner kan søke om støtte. Lignende aktører med base i andre kommuner kan også søke dersom arrangementet gjennomføres i Drammen. Tilskuddet prioriterer aktører som ikke mottar fast årlig støtte fra andre kommunale tilskuddsordninger, og gis kun til rusfrie arrangementer som er åpne for alle uten krav om medlemskap eller påmelding. Søknader må sendes minst 4 uker før arrangementet skal gjennomføres, og det er en øvre grense på kr 25.000 i tilskudd fra denne ordningen.
Nedre Eiker Håndverkerforenings Stiftelsesfond
The Nedre Eiker Håndverkerforenings Stiftelsesfond is an annual prize awarded to individuals, associations, or similar entities in Nedre Eiker, Norway. The fund prioritizes projects that preserve or continue handicraft traditions, or other initiatives of cultural value connected to craftsmanship and artisan work. The prize is distributed annually and is announced in local media. Previous recipients have included Thea Temte for textile work. This cultural heritage fund supports the preservation of traditional craftsmanship skills and promotes cultural activities related to artisan professions in the local community of Nedre Eiker, which is part of the Drammen municipality.
Barbra Vogler og Gudbrand Mos stipendfond
The Barbra Vogler and Gudbrand Mos Scholarship Fund provides encouragement and financial support for further education or similar purposes to younger artists. The scholarship is intended for talented artists up to 45 years of age specializing in visual arts and arts and crafts. Applicants must be residents of or have a special connection to the former Drammen municipality. The scholarship can be divided among several artists and is not awarded every year. Proposals are evaluated by a jury consisting of an elected representative, a visual artist from Buskerud Artists' artistic council, a representative from Norwegian Arts and Crafts Buskerud artistic council when applicable, and a representative from the former Nedre Eiker municipality.
Nedre Eiker Mannskorsfond
Nedre Eiker Mannskors Fond was established in 1992 following an initiative from one of the representatives of the men's choir at the time. The men's choir was dissolved and the choir wanted the remaining funds to be transferred to a fund. According to the statutes, the fund's proceeds shall be awarded to singers in Nedre Eiker municipality, whether individuals, groups, or associations who have particularly distinguished themselves in their work in and for choral life, following an application. The fund's administrators may decide not to disburse the fund's money in a given year if they do not find suitable candidates after an overall assessment, in which case the interest shall be added to the fund's capital.
Frivillighetsprisen Drammen
Frivillighetsprisen is an annual volunteer prize awarded by Drammen Municipality to recognize exceptional voluntary contributions. The prize is awarded to an individual, local association, or group that has distinguished themselves through voluntary work, engagement, and initiative for the benefit of individuals and society. The prize aims to highlight the intrinsic value and societal value of volunteerism by showcasing excellent examples of volunteer efforts. The winner receives 40,000 NOK in prize money and a diploma. Importantly, the winner selects which organization receives the prize money. The prize is presented by the mayor or deputy mayor in a special ceremony on December 5th, which is the UN International Volunteer Day. A jury consisting of members from the main committee for culture, sports and volunteerism, along with representatives from various municipal councils, selects the winner. The prize recognizes both long-term voluntary efforts and time-limited projects, but can only be awarded for unpaid work.
Tilskudd til økt kulturaktivitet
Drammen kommune's grant program for increased cultural activity is designed to be a tool for a diverse arts and cultural life throughout the municipality. The program aims to stimulate a vibrant and active cultural life in Drammen municipality, both through experiences and participation. The program provides room for renewal and development of local arts and culture. Both professional and volunteer actors who wish to contribute to increased cultural activity in Drammen municipality can apply. Events or projects must take place in Drammen municipality, contribute to increased cultural activity in different parts of the municipality, and be open to all. Recipients must market that the initiative is supported by Drammen kommune and submit a brief report and financial statement within one month after the event. Grants are distributed administratively based on discretionary assessment according to the criteria and annual budget framework. Drammen kommune generally does not fully finance projects or events.
Kulturproduksjoner der barn og unge deltar
Drammen kommune provides grants for cultural productions where children and young people participate. The grant supports activities and projects within music, visual arts, photography, film, video, literature, electronic arts, theater, dance, and other cultural expressions. The funding aims to increase participation of children and youth in cultural activities and projects. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Children or young people must be active participants, performers, or organizers. The activity or project must be limited in time, and the municipality does not provide grants for salaries, general operations, or purchase of equipment that individuals will own after the project ends.
At a Glance
- Total Funding Opportunities
- 39
- Active Now
- 19
- Source Domain
- drammen.kommune.no
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