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ASF Public Project Proposal Grant
The American-Scandinavian Foundation promotes the cultures of the Nordic countries in the United States and American culture in the Nordic countries by encouraging programs that will enhance public appreciation of culture, art, and thought. This grant supports public programming and defined events presented by non-profit organizations. The Foundation favors projects where its contribution will complement support from other sources and considers the lasting benefits that may be achieved by any grant. Awards are given to non-profit organizations only, with proof of 501(c)(3) status or equivalent in Scandinavia required. The maximum award amount is $5,000, though average grants range between $1,000 to $2,000. The grant has two annual deadlines (September 15 and February 15) with decisions announced approximately 10-11 weeks later. ASF does not support capital expenses, institutional overhead, publication underwriting, commercial recordings, or retroactive funding. Projects cannot begin before the decision announcement date.
Scandinavian Folk Arts and Cultural Traditions in the Upper Midwest: Public Programs and Community Projects
Grants for public programs and community projects are awarded to nonprofit (501(c)3) organizations. These grants encourage the perpetuation of Scandinavian cultural traditions through the support of community events such as festivals, celebrations, and heritage events as well as workshops, performances, classes, and demonstrations. The program aims to perpetuate an interest in and understanding of traditional arts and skills, encourage broad public awareness of folk cultures and traditions, and add new dimensions to improve ongoing programs. Projects focus on Scandinavian folk arts and cultural traditions in the Upper Midwest region of the United States. The American-Scandinavian Foundation supports cultural heritage programs that demonstrate compliance with relevant regulations and respect for indigenous peoples' cultural rights.