The city of Oulu gives out grants for different purposes and to different applicants. The applicant may be an association, community, working group, or individual applicant, such as an artist. In some cases, businesses may apply for grants for a specific purpose from some funds.
What are grants?
The city grants are a form of economic support. The grants support activities that benefit residents and promote the city’s goals. Grants do not have to be paid back.
You may receive only one grant from the city of Oulu annually for the same activity or target. Each grant has separate granting principles and criteria.
Several grants have very strict application periods. Some grants can be applied for throughout the year. For example, some associations may apply for grants for a full year of activities. Grants can also be applied for one-time operations as well, such as event organization or project implementation. Also, the city of Oulu has grants that specifically target, for example, buildings, roads, or employment.
When you choose to apply for grants from the city of Oulu, it is important that you make a plan that indicates what type of activity you are seeking funding for. Also, your application must indicate the activity’s target group, where it will be implemented, and calculations regarding the needed funding. The grant does not always cover all costs; self-financing is often needed in addition.
When applying for grants, you must follow the city of Oulu’s general terms and the instructions of the specific grant. Read through these instructions when applying.
Most city of Oulu grants are applied for via the eAsiointi online system. Instructions for using eAsiointi are listed below.
Once you have applied for a grant, it may take several weeks before you receive a response. Write down all the requested information in the form and include all required attachments. This will speed up the processing.
The applicant must have a Finnish bank account. If you are applying for a grant on behalf of an association, you need authorization to apply for grants, which must be listed in the association’s official documentation.
