Metsän puolella call is open until 15 February

Kone Foundation is seeking interdisciplinary projects that enhance understanding of the various meanings of forests and bring new perspectives and approaches to forest discourse. Apply for funding by 15 February 2026 at 4 p.m. (EET, UTC+2)

This year’s first Metsän puolella (“For the Woods”) call is open for applications 1–15 February 2026. The goal of the Metsän puolella initiative is to increase our understanding of the many meanings and values of forests and of the intrinsic value of forest nature, and to promote activities which respect the carrying capacity of nature.

In the open call, funding can be applied for various forest-related projects. All the funded projects should have some connection to academic research or art and the aims of the Metsän puolella initiative. The projects can include multidisciplinary research, art, journalism, and activism in various combinations or to delve deeply into a single discipline. We encourage interdisciplinary collaboration in the projects.

Please read the Metsän puolella open call and the application instructions carefully before applying.

Applications must be submitted by Sunday 15 February, 4 p.m. (EET, UTC+2) on our online grant service. 

Good luck with your application! 

Questions during the application process? 

• During the application period the fastest way to contact us is the Messages function in the online grant service.
• You can reach us by email at metsanpuolella@koneensaatio.fi. We will reply to messages and emails during office hours on weekdays. 
• You can also reach us by phone at +358 (0)9 4542 7757. Our call times are on Mondays from 1 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. and on Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 12 noon. 
• Please note that our communications channels are closed during the weekend 14–15 February.

Metsän puolella open calls in 2026

In 2026 there are two Metsän puolella open calls. The next call will be held 1–15 September.