Support the Free Art School

The Free Art School is a private institution funded through a variety of sources. All funds are used to support the school’s core mission: providing professional education in painting.

Still life painting course, first-year students. Photo: Virppi Sysilehto.
Still life painting course, first-year students. Photo: Virppi Sysilehto.

The Free Art School is maintained by a non-profit support association whose aim is to promote professional training for painters and to advance general visual arts education. The school partners with companies through sponsorship and collaboration agreements, and accepts financial and material donations from individuals and organizations.

For Companies and Organizations

Tax-Deductible Donations

The Finnish Tax Administration has designated the Free Art School Support Association as an approved recipient of tax-deductible donations for the years 2021–2025. Donating organizations may deduct contributions ranging from €850 to €50,000 from their taxable income.

Exhibition Sponsorship

We offer a range of partnership opportunities for companies and brands looking to engage with the Finnish visual arts community — a target audience we reach effectively and meaningfully.

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Partnership Opportunities

We also offer tailored partnerships, which can include various art-related services — such as art lending for office spaces or wellbeing-focused art activities for staff — along with visibility within the arts community.

 

For Private Individuals

Private individuals can support the Free Art School through monetary or material donations. Donations can also be directed toward specific needs — such as purchasing easels or funding student trips.

Learn more about the Support Association: Read more about the Support Association

For more information, please contact Administrative Director Meri Karppanen — feel free to reach out and ask about available opportunities.