Femte-Maj-Fonden - Fifth of May - Foundation

What you get

You will receive a one-off grant, usually amounting to between 4,000 SEK (about 350 EUR) and 30,000 SEK (about 2,700 EUR). This will enable you to cover the costs of a course, a work placement as part of your studies, or a study trip directly related to your education in Sweden. The Femte-Maj-Fonden (Fifth of May Foundation) is based in Gothenburg and supports young Danes in getting to know Swedish culture, society and working life.

Who can apply

• Who it is for: You are a young Dane.
• Where you go: Your course, work placement or study trip is taking place in Sweden.
• What you are doing: You are currently undertaking school-based or vocational training, either at upper secondary level (Gymnasium) or at a higher level of education. A study trip must form part of a theoretical or practical course and clearly serve an educational purpose.
• Field of study: Any topic. This also includes study trips for young Danish journalists, researchers, teachers, actors and directors.
• Timing: Your activity must not start before 5 May of the year you apply.

How to apply

There is no application form. Please send an email to Foreningen NORDEN stating your name and contact details, the purpose for which the funds are to be used, a breakdown of costs (if you are planning several activities) and your bank details for the bank transfer. Your application must be received by 15 March each year. The Executive Committee makes its decision once a year.

If you are looking for additional funding opportunities beyond this grant, our guide Scholarships in Denmark brings together scholarships and funding options across Denmark.