Welcome to SWEA DC Grants page! We are so happy you are here!

We have set aside $ 10,000 for Grants to be awarded in 2025. Now is the time to apply!

Do you?

–     Have an art project that needs funding?

–     A piece of music you want to share with the world?

–     Have you a ‘must-read’ Swedish books that must be translated into English?

–     Want to spread the word about a Swede that nobody has heard about but that you know has made fantastic contributions to mankind

–     Have an idea of how to improve almost anything?

… well, here’s your chance! You can receive up to $10,000 to realize your idea.

We are excited to receive your application.

For inspiration, take a look at some of our previous grant recipients here >>

Eligibility for a Grant:

– Have a connection to the areas within the region of the SWEA Washington DC Chapter; District of Columbia, Maryland, or Virginia.

– Be at least 18 years old

– Provide evidence of acceptance at the institution where the study or the project is going to take place, if the  applicant is an academic.

An application for a Grant should include:

– A presentation of the applicant

– A detailed description of the proposed study or project and how the funds would be used

– Copies of relevant transcripts

– Two references – please provide email and telephone numbers

Time frame project needs to be completed by?

The project should be completed within 18 months of receipt of the funds. A report, with an account of how the funds were spent, should be submitted two months after the end of the project.

Who can apply for a Grant?

Students affiliated with a Washington DC, Maryland or Virginia university.

Individual researchers within the SWEA Washington DC Chapter region; Washington DC, Maryland, or Virginia

An individual pursuing a specific course or project about Sweden, including but not limited to; artists, musicians, performers and writers.

Deadline to apply is May 15, 2025

Where should the application be sent?

All application materials should be sent via email to the SWEA Washington DC Donation and Grant Committee.

If you have any questions, please use the same address.

WELCOME TO APPLY! We look forward to receiving your application.

washingtondc.grants@swea.org

When will Grant awards be announced? Person(s) awarded will be notified in July 2025.

*Grant will not be awarded to SWEA members or members’ relatives.

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Privacy Policy SWEA Washington DC; SWEA Washington DC is the local arm of SWEA International, a non-profit organization, whose purpose is to support and preserve the Swedish language, culture, education and tradition. SWEA Washington DC therefore financially supports only grants that agree with these purposes.