Financial Figures of the Finnish Seamen’s Church

The Finnish Seamen’s Church’s finances are based on its own fundraising activities as well as support and donations from private individuals and various organizations.

The Finnish Seamen’s Church’s own fundraising includes, among other things, the sale of its services and products, charity fairs, special events, and campaigns. The foundation’s annual budget is approximately €4.4 million. At the end of 2024, the Finnish Seamen’s Church employed 53 paid staff members, including permanent part-time employees as well as fixed-term seasonal workers.

Funding of Activities in 2024

  • Canteen, bazaar, accommodation, investments: 26%
  • State, STEA, EU: 15%
  • Parishes: 11%
  • Grants, funds, foundations: 7%
  • Evangelical Lutheran Church: 23%
  • Official church collection: 2%
  • Other income: 16%

Operating Expenses in 2024

  • Personnel costs: 53%
  • Other operating expenses: 35%
  • Facilities costs: 11%