🧙♀️ Hello indie game devs of #Finland!
This is your new "IGDA Finland Grant Coordinator" speaking!😎🎙️

Btw, do you want €10,000? 💰👀
+ mentorship and feedback from industry veterans?

YES?

🔮 Then, this is your sign from universe to scroll down and apply to Grant!

This month's IGDA Helsinki gathering, we took over the stage with our lovely Mentor Coordinator Jessica from On It Films and officially announced that the Grant applications are now open!🥳

👇 Here’s what you need to know 👇

👾 What?
An annual IGDA Finland grant offering €10,000, mentorship and feedback from industry veterans, plus visibility through IGDA Finland and the International Game Developers Association (IGDA®) global network.

❔ Why?
Because we’ve all been there, we understand the challenges of starting out in the industry. We believe in a #diverse, #inclusive, and thriving future for Finland’s #gameindustry. <3

🎮 Who is it for?
Indie teams in Finland, especially smaller or emerging devs/studios. If you’re self-publishing, looking for visibility, experienced feedback, and aiming to release within a year, this may be for you.

🛠 What do you need?
An established company / y-tunnus, a strong team or stellar solo dev, a vertical slice or demo, a solid pitch deck and credible GDD, and at least 50% of the team as IGDA Finland members.

⏳ When?
Applications opened on April 14, 2026, and close on June 1, 2026.
The recipient will be revealed during the IGDA Helsinki Summer Party in August 2026.

👉 You can find more details and FAQ from our website: https://www.igda.fi/grant

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🤔 Are you interested in sponsorship but worried you can not afford it?
Don't worry we got you <3

We’ve got accessible sponsorship tiers for companies that want to support Finnish indie games, strengthen their presence in the ecosystem, and stand alongside our prestigious sponsors like Metropolia University of Applied Sciences and Supercell.

👉 Check our sponsorship deck and benefits: https://www.canva.com/design/DAG3SNrZnh8/5mwuGuVM2QvLhrwmJ1UZzg/view

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🔮 Any Questions? Doubts? Feedback?

Reach out to [email protected].

Let’s get you funded! 💜

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