Finnish Cultural Foundation is currently accepting applications for its Project Combining Science and Art Grant in South Ostrobothnia 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
The Project Combining Science and Art Grant in South Ostrobothnia funds interdisciplinary initiatives that integrate scientific research and artistic practice within a single project. It supports ambitious collaborations, new partnerships, and innovative methods that require higher-than-usual funding for launch or implementation stages.
Applicants may apply for funding in one of the following forms, depending on project needs:
Working Grant
Supports time-based work, such as research, artistic development, or collaboration
Suitable for individual practitioners or project leads
Expenditure Grant
Covers project-related costs, such as materials, equipment, travel, documentation, or production
Appropriate for projects with clear operational expenses
The grant has broad eligibility criteria, making it accessible to diverse applicants.
Eligible applicants include:
Private individuals (artists, researchers, or interdisciplinary practitioners)
Registered organisations, such as associations, foundations, or institutions
Working groups or collectives collaborating on a joint project
Key eligibility requirement:
The proposed project must clearly and substantively combine science and art
To prepare a strong application:
Clearly define how science and art are integrated in your project
Describe the collaborative roles of researchers and artists
Explain why the project requires more funding than usual
Choose the appropriate grant type (working or expenditure)
Present realistic goals, methods, and expected outcomes
Apply for Finnish Cultural Foundation Project Combining Science and Art Grant in South Ostrobothnia