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The Estonian American National Council, Inc., (EANC), is the nationally-elected central organization of Estonian Americans in the U.S. Since 1952, the Estonian American National Council supports Estonian cultural activities and organizations in the United States. We work to create awareness of and support for Estonia among all Americans and to voice the Estonian American community's support for means to ensure security and stability as well as the economic and cultural viability of the Republic of Estonia. We are proud to support and foster Estonian culture, language, history and traditions in the United States. Please join our contact list today to find out about all of our recent activities . EANC is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization sustained by voluntary, tax-deductible contributions from the Estonian American community.

The Goals of the Estonian American National Council (as stated in the EANC Constitution):

• Represent Estonian Americans in activities designed to inform their fellow Americans about the current events, history, culture, people, and land of Estonia.

• Provide Estonian Americans the opportunity to maintain connection to their cultural heritage and language through support of Estonian American schools, children’s camps, archives, and other organizations in the U.S. as well as foster effective communication among those organizations and Estonian Americans.

• Develop working relationships with non-Estonian organizations that share or provide opportunities to attain EANC’s goals.

• Provide reliable information to the U.S. government and citizens about events and issues affecting the Republic of Estonia and its people.

• Recognize and help facilitate the work of Estonian Americans and organizations who have contributed to advancing and expanding professional, diplomatic, educational, cultural, archival, artistic, and entrepreneurial opportunities and otherwise supported the maintenance of Estonian culture and endeavors in the U.S.

The Estonian Students Fund supports students of Estonian heritage studying full-time at a college or university by awarding scholarships to promising candidates, who demonstrate academic excellence, community activity and leadership, and participation in and commitment to Estonian society.

We are making preparations for the 2024 application cycle and look forward to receiving applications from new and returning students!

Jan 15 - Feb 19   ESF accepting applications from USA-based Estonian students ONLY

         (i.e. students graduated from or are completing their final year of high school in the USA)

Feb 21    ESF begins accepting applications from Estonian students elsewhere in the world

Application portal is open until 150 applications are received or March 1st, whichever comes first.

In 2023, the application portal closed early due to an overwhelming response from around the globe.

We encourage you to:

          1. go to the ESF website now

          2. review the instructions ASAP and plan accordingly

          3. apply early

ESF website: https://esfusa.org

Official application (in Estonian):  https://esfusa.org/eng/forms/1

English translation of the application: https://esfusa.org/files/EnglishPDFTraditional.pdf

English translation of the instructions: https://esfusa.org/eng/guides/guide/1_eng

For assistance in filling out the application, technical help or questions: toetusfond@esfusa.org

You will be directed to our help desk for USA-based applicants.

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WORKING TOGETHER TO BUILD AN ESTONIAN FUTURE IN CANADA

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The Estonian Foundation of Canada is dedicated to ensuring the legacy of Estonian Canadians and their vibrant community through broad spectrum charitable support. The EFC enables the Canadian Estonian community to continue to embrace and enrich the Canadian society, while maintaining its unique culture, traditions and institutions.

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MISSION

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The Estonian Foundation of Canada (EFC) is a registered charity supporting Estonian cultural and heritage initiatives across Canada. We connect with and support a network of institutions, organizations and people who believe in an Estonian future in Canada. Charitable No. 891452575 RR 000

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