Welcome to the information event to network and learn about the resident participation grant application.
The call for general and operating grants for resident participation for 2027 is open from 4 May to 4 June 2026. The application period will end on 4 June at 16.00. You can apply for the grants through the City’s e-service, which you can log in to on the
avustukset.hel.fi/en(Link leads to external service) website.
An information session on the grant call will be held at the City Hall Event Square on Tuesday 14 April 2026 at 16.15–18.00. At the event, you can network with representatives of other organisations, hear about the activities of Helsinki's community houses and get up-to-date information on the criteria for the grants and the e-service. Participants will also have the opportunity to ask questions of the grant coordinators.
Timetable:
16.15 networking and coffee service
16.45 grant information session
Venue: Helsinki City Hall Event Square, City Hall lobby, (Pohjoisesplanadi 11-13)
Register for the event by 7 April 2026
here (page in Finnish).(Link leads to external service)
Grants for resident participation are awarded for non-profit activities for different population groups that are in line with the City of Helsinki’s City Strategy, supplement the activities provided by the City, are open to all, generally free of charge, and promote interaction, regional cooperation and participation. The objective of the activities for which a grant is awarded must be to improve residents’ opportunities for participation and influence, community spirit, and the comfort and attractiveness of the area.
The City Executive Office’s newsletter will keep you up to date with the latest news on organisational cooperation and grant activities.
Subscribe to the City Executive Office’s newsletter for organisations (in Finnish) (External link).(Link leads to external service)
