In order to be considered the project must benefit not only the sponsoring group but also the general public. Projects supported by evidence or testimony of cultural, educational, artistic or scientific merit, are most likely to win. The Grants coordinator corresponds with applicants and keeps record of all proposals and their status.
Students studying subjects related to Finnish culture receive special consideration.
A legal studies scholarship is also available. Citizens of Finland currently enrolled in a law school within the United States approved by the American Bar Association. Citizens of the United States currently enrolled in the Law faculty of a Finnish University. Applicants must have successfully completed the first year in an American law school or in a Finnish law faculty.