Deadline: 15 September 2019

The American-Scandinavian Foundation has announced public project grants to promote 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.

The Foundation considers the lasting benefits that may be achieved by any grant, and favors projects where its contribution will complement support from other sources.

The American-Scandinavian Foundation (ASF) is the leading cultural and educational link between the United States and Denmark, Finland, Iceland, Norway, and Sweden.

Award Information

The maximum award amount is $5,000; however, average grants range between $1,000 to $2,000.

ASF does not support:

• Capital expenses.
• Institutional overhead and other administrative fees.
• Underwriting book, periodical or website publication.
• Production of commercial CDs or cassettes.
• Conference participation or conference registration for individuals. However, general conference expenses such as costs for special invitees/speakers can be supported.
• Participation in studio residencies other than those with which ASF already has an ongoing affiliation.
• Retroactive funding. Projects cannot begin before the decision announcement date.

Eligibility Criteria

Awards are given to non-profit organizations only. Proof of an organization’s non-profit status (as a 501(c)(3) in the United States or equivalent in Scandinavia) is required.

How to Apply

Interested applicants can apply online via given website.

For more information, please visit http://www.amscan.org/fellowships-grants/grants-for-organizations/