Performer of the Year 2027 Application

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Description

Finlandia Foundation National launched the Performer of the Year (POY) program in 1996 to assist undiscovered artists and gain exposure for entertaining programs related to Finnish and Finnish-American culture. Most of the performers selected have been singers or instrumentalists. The POY may possess any talent that appeals to a range of ages and is consistent with the goals of the FFN. FFN Chapters are invited to host the POY for the enrichment and enjoyment of their members and guests. 

The deadline to apply is 11:59 P.M. (PST) on October 1, 2026. Applicant must be a resident of the United States and live in the United States within the January 1 - December 31, 2027 term.

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The term for POY 2027 is January 1 through December 31, 2027.

Rules

All applicants must complete and sign application form confirming that during the term, the applicant commits to a minimum of 8 live appearances at chapter events during the term of January 1 - December 31, 2027.

Required Documents

  1. Biographical information/CV 
  2. Professional Headshot
  3. Support documentation of merit (i.e., reviews)
  4. Signed letter(s) of nomination and/or support from a trustee(s) or chapter(s) of Finlandia Foundation National (FFN) or other Finnish-American/Nordic organization(s) or other professional recommendation.
  5. Audio-Visual or Digital Material to demonstrate applicant's proposed act and talent