The National Archives of Estonia is inviting grant applications for projects that support the collection, preservation and publication of Estonian cultural heritage created by or about expatriates. Applications are due by next Wednesday, 5 February 2025.
This round of grant applications invites cultural heritage projects that encompass oral and material heritage, including folklore, life stories and memories, musical traditions, documents, photographs, audiovisual materials, publications, and more.
The call is part of the Global Estonian Program, led by the Estonian Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and is funded by the Estonian Government through the Ministry of Education and Research. The total grant fund is €118,000.
When will the project activities take place?
The eligible period for project activities is from 1 January 2025 to 31 December 2025.
Which activities can be funded?
The grant supports the preservation, organisation, and accessibility of Estonian historical and cultural heritage created by or about expatriates. Eligible activities include:
- Archival Work – Recording, indexing, describing, arranging, restoring, mapping, acquiring, transporting, preparing for digitisation, and digitising archival materials.
- Digital & Information Projects – Creating databases, information portals and websites to make heritage materials publicly accessible.
- Research & Publications – Conducting surveys, researching Estonian diaspora history and publishing manuscripts or research findings.
- Community & Institutional Support – Providing archival training, professional guidance and strengthening cooperation between Estonian and foreign heritage institutions.
- Outreach & Events – Organising exhibitions, publications, info sessions and seminars to promote cultural heritage awareness.
- Sustaining Archival Centres – Supporting Estonian archival centres abroad in collecting, preserving and making heritage materials accessible.
Please read the full list of potential activities here in English and/or here in Estonian.
When is the application deadline?
The application deadline is Wednesday, 5 February 2025, 11:59pm (Estonian time).
Who can apply?
Both organisations and individuals are eligible to apply for support.
How to apply?
Download the application form in English (Application form for 2025 in English) or Estonian (Toetustaotlus 2025) using this link here or the download buttons below.
Email your completed application form to rahvusarhiiv@ra.ee, quoting the reference “Global Estonian Program”.
Who do I contact for information?
Contact person: Kristi Ots, kristi.ots@ra.ee, +372 738 7511.
Read more
The call for applications first appeared in Global Estonian here.
Grant information in English on the National Archives of Estonia homepage.
Grant information in Estonian on the National Archives of Estonia homepage.