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This grant supports special projects and activities for children and youth (ages 0-24) at risk of social exclusion that do not fit into other predefined activity categories within the inclusion program. The funding is intended for innovative or unique leisure-time activities that contribute to inclusion goals but are of a different character than standard activity types. Activities must take place during free time (afternoons, evenings, weekends, and holidays) and be organized as group offerings. The program emphasizes high-quality applications due to its open-ended nature and fewer predefined criteria. Eligible applicants include public institutions, voluntary organizations, and private actors, with the requirement that participating municipalities must be enrolled in the broader inclusion scheme. The funding aims to prevent children and young people from experiencing social exclusion due to risk factors such as growing up in low-income families, lacking social networks, limited school/work connections, or minimal participation in leisure activities.

This grant program from Asker municipality supports small-scale investments, facilities, and equipment for voluntary organizations and associations in sports, outdoor recreation, culture, and other voluntary activities. The program aims to increase activity, participation, and create open meeting places for the community. The funding supports the implementation of the municipality's thematic plans for physical activity, sports and outdoor recreation, culture, and citizenship. Investments are defined as minor facilities, upgrades, facility adaptations, major equipment significant for conducting activities, and acquisitions of lasting value. The program emphasizes co-financing, and applicants must demonstrate a complete financing plan. Universal design is encouraged where feasible. Applicants must be voluntary organizations and associations in Asker registered in the Frivillighetsregisteret (Volunteer Registry).

This grant program from Asker municipality aims to support co-creation around urban center development, increase job opportunities, enhance value creation for local businesses, and improve the attractiveness of Asker as a place to live and visit. The funding supports events, initiatives, and projects that provide benefits for the largest possible number of people including residents, visitors, and other businesses. Projects must align with the municipality's designated focus areas for business development as outlined in the Business Theme Plan, and should directly or indirectly contribute to increased business attractiveness and more jobs in Asker. The program emphasizes activities that have broad community impact and support organized business and place development initiatives.