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AMERICAN SCANDINAVIAN HERITAGE FOUNDATION INC
JAMESTOWN, NY · EIN 222514273 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · Micro (<$100K) · scandinavianjamestown.org
revenue
$15K
expenses
$3K
net assets
$37K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

EDUCATION - SCANDINAVIAN HERITAGE

profile · synthesized from sources

Nonprofit organization based in Jamestown, NY, dedicated to preserving and promoting Scandinavian heritage through cultural education and community events. Organizes the annual Scandinavian Folk Festival featuring traditional music, dance, crafts, and historical lectures. Focuses on engaging the public with Nordic traditions and their influence on American history.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Scandinavian Craft Demonstrations
Live demonstrations of traditional Nordic crafts including wood carving, weaving, and rosemaling by skilled artisans, with opportunities for public interaction and purchases.
Scandinavian Folk Festival
Annual two-day festival featuring traditional music, dance performances, craft demonstrations, historical lectures, and games such as Kubb and bingo. Includes family-friendly activities and educational programming on Scandinavian-American history.
USA250 Educational Series
Lecture series exploring the role of Scandinavian Americans in U.S. history, including contributions during the American Revolution and connections to early American colonies like New Sweden.
activities · 3 groups

What they do

  • Food Distribution and Hunger Relief 1 activity
    • Collects food donations for local charity
      Collects non-perishable food items during the annual festival for donation to the Salvation Army, integrating community service with cultural celebration.
  • Community Festival & Event Production 1 activity
    • Organizes annual Scandinavian Folk Festival
      Hosts the annual Scandinavian Folk Festival in Jamestown, NY, celebrating Nordic heritage, arts, and fellowship, with the 2026 event marking its 23rd iteration. The festival includes cultural performances, traditional craft demonstrations, and community activities.
  • Indigenous and Diaspora Cultural Preservation 1 activity
    • Provides educational programming on Scandinavian heritage
      Offers educational initiatives focused on Scandinavian American history and culture, including lectures on topics such as Scandinavian Americans in the American Revolution, wheat weaving workshops, and discussions on cultural identity and film.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$15K
Contributions & grants$12K78%
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expenses
Total expenses$3K
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balance sheet
Total assets$37K
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Net assets$37K
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue -56.6%
relationships · 4

Who they work with

  • Jamestown Municipal Band Partner — Performs at the festival as part of the cultural programming.
  • Northwest Arena Partner — Venue host for the annual Scandinavian Folk Festival.
  • Salvation Army Partner — Collaborates to collect non-perishable food donations during festival admission.
  • Thule Lodge Partner — Collaborates to present children's folk dancing at the festival.
strategies · 1

How they approach the work

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  • Cultural Immersion Through Participatory Festivals
    methodology: cultural_immersion
    By hosting immersive cultural festivals featuring traditional music, craft demonstrations, and artisan engagement, the organization fosters community fellowship and sustains Scandinavian heritage because lived, experiential participation strengthens cultural transmission and public connection.