Sponssi grants offer financial support for young people’s projects!
The Sponssi grants awarded by Youth Services make it possible for young people to implement many projects every year. In 2024, a total of more than €20,000 has already been awarded. Individual projects can be awarded grants of up to €3,000, and most projects receive grants ranging from a few hundred to a couple of thousand euros.
Could I apply for a Sponssi grant?
If you and your group of friends have an idea for a project that requires money, Sponssi may be the right solution for you. Sponssi grants are awarded to projects that are designed and implemented by Helsinki-based young people themselves. However, there are a few requirements to qualify for a grant. At least two thirds of the group implementing a project must be young people aged between 7 and 28 and based in Helsinki. In addition, the project must in some way concern a larger group of young people than the group implementing the project. Please also note that there must be at least one adult in the group.
How do I apply for a Sponssi grant?
You apply for a Sponssi grant in the City of Helsinki grant application e-service, to which you log in with your banking credentials, mobile certificate or certificate card. In your application, you must describe your project and group. You must also include a project plan and budget in your application. After submitting your application, the Youth Services Partnership Unit will be in contact with you and will agree on a joint grant meeting, in which you will discuss your project, the grant process and things that you should take into account when implementing your project.
If you have any questions about Sponssi grants and how to apply, our Partnership Unit planners will be happy to answer your questions.
Find more information and instructions on how to apply for a Sponssi grant .