New Jersey

Funding for Swedish Culture – Apply for Donations

SWEA New Jersey Chapter awards donations for projects that promote Swedish traditions and culture and are described in SWEA statues to be:

…”for charitable and educational purposes in activities related to the support, preservation, promotion and development of Swedish history, language, culture, and tradition in the world”.

  • A total of $8,000 USD will be awarded in 2026.
  • Donations are awarded only to organizations with a non-profit status.

How to apply

You may request a donation by submitting a written application with a detailed description of the project including the planned schedule of the project, the financial need and a budget, and the reason for seeking funding. The application should also include an explanation of how the donation will be acknowledged and publicized.

Deadline: October 1, 2026

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis and the last day for applications is October 1, 2026. Generally all applications are evaluated after October 1 and are awarded by the end of the year; however, exceptions can be made due to urgent requests during the year.

Apply for SWEA NJ Donations here