Bergesenstiftelsen

Founded in 1975, Bergesenstiftelsen is a grant-making foundation based in Oslo, Norway working on arts & culture, humanitarian aid & disaster relief, science & research +1 more.

Bergesenstiftelsen is a private, public-benefit grant-making foundation based in Oslo, Norway. Established in 1975, it funds non-profit projects with a main focus on cultural and humanitarian purposes, and also supports knowledge-building and research on climate, environment, sustainability and patient-focused medical research. The foundation accepts applications through a digital portal three to four times a year, and its board decides all grants. Grants range from about NOK 10,000 to several hundred thousand kroner, and recipients must submit a final or status report. The foundation also awards the annual Bergesenprisen, its highest distinction, which carries a prize of NOK 2 million. Since 1975 it has reportedly granted more than NOK 500 million to over 5,000 projects.