Finlands Svenska Scouter rf

What Finlands Svenska Scouter rf does

Finlands Svenska Scouter rf (FiSSc) is the official Swedish-language scout federation in Finland, organized as a registered non-profit association under Finnish law and established around 1973, coinciding with its recently celebrated 50-year jubilee. The federation operates within the broader Suomen Partiolaiset – Finlands Scouter ry national federation, where it holds A-member (Swedish-language) status, and maintains international affiliations with the World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM) and the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS). FiSSc coordinates a network of 61 scout troops (kårer) serving approximately 4,000 scouts across Swedish-speaking Finland, with headquarters in Helsingfors (Tölögatan 55) and a regional office in Jakobstad (Järnvägsgatan 26). Operations are volunteer-driven with a small paid secretariat of approximately 6 staff.

FiSSc delivers age-segmented programming for children aged 4-17 (vargunge through spejarscout), young adults aged 18-25 (explorerscouts and roverscouts), and adult leaders and families, including weekly troop meetings, outdoor activities, skill badges, leadership training, international exchanges, and special events such as Storfiskaren (growth competition), FiSScFjäll (Lapland trekking), Nothamn (maritime camps), and Glänta 2026 (national camp, 1,500 expected participants, July 22-29, 2026 in Skogby, Raseborg). The federation operates and co-manages distinctive physical assets: the s/y Navigator training sailing vessel (in partnership with Föreningen Navigator rf) and the Kåtan camp facility in Muonio, Lapland. Digital infrastructure centers on the shared Kuksa member registry, the Scoutprogrammet-appen Kompassen mobile application, Scoutprogrammet.fi program platform, and Open Badge digital credentials for skill validation.

Revenue is generated through multiple streams: tiered annual membership fees (with children aged 0-3 free and varying rates by age group), event participation fees (e.g., Skärgårdsseglats at 100€ for active scouts / 140€ for non-scouts), recurring annual support from the Ministry of Education and Culture (Undervisnings- och kulturministeriet), grants from Svenska kulturfonden and Partiosäätiö – Scoutstiftelsen sr, donations via lahjoita.partio.fi (including stipends for low-income families), and the annual advent calendar campaign in which FiSSc troops sold 13,462 calendars as part of a national 2.7 million euro pool. Specific revenue figures are not publicly disclosed. Recent strategic moves include the 85% year-over-year revenue increase in the advent calendar campaign, multiple staff hires in member development, accessibility, sustainability, and competence development, and the achievement of first membership growth in many years during the autumn intake.

Name

Finlands Svenska Scouter rf

Legal name

Finlands Svenska Scouter rf

Website

https://scout.fi

Company type

Private

Founded year

1973

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

Finlands Svenska Scouter rf is a Finnish non-profit scout federation serving approximately 4,000 Swedish-speaking scouts across 61 troops in Finland, delivering youth development programs, camps, maritime activities, and accessibility initiatives through a volunteer-led network and a small Helsingfors-based secretariat.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Youth Scouting and Outdoor Education

NAICS

Sports and Recreation Instruction (61162)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Multi-Activity Enrichment Camps (Academic + Arts + Sports) (EDAMALAA)

Keywords

• Youth scouting services
• Outdoor education programs
• Volunteer association
• Community youth development
• Membership organization

Headquarters

HQ city

Helsingfors

HQ country

Finland

HQ region

Europe

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership fees: Annual membership fees collected from scouts through troop dues. Fees vary by age group (adults vs children). Collected via Kuksa member registry.
2. Advent calendar campaign: Annual fundraising campaign selling advent calendars. FiSSc troops sold 13,462 calendars; national total raised was 2.7 million euros for scouting.
3. Event participation fees: Fees charged for camps, sailing trips, courses, and other events. Examples: Glänta camp, Nothamn sailing camp, Skärgårdsseglats (100€ for scouts, 140€ for non-scouts)
4. Government funding: Annual support from the Ministry of Education and Culture (Undervisnings- och kulturministeriet)
5. Donations: Donations through lahjoita.partio.fi for supporting scouts including funding for children from low-income families

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

Finlands Svenska Scouter rf delivers Swedish-language scouting programs to approximately 4,000 members across 61 troops in Finland, organized into age-tiered cohorts from family scouting (ages 0-6) through roverscouts (ages 18-25). The federation provides weekly meetings, outdoor expeditions, skill-based badge programs, national camps such as Glänta 2026, maritime training aboard s/y Navigator, Lapland trekking at Kåtan, leadership development, and validated training credentials including Open Badge digital certifications. Membership is managed through the Kuksa online registry and supported by volunteer leaders.

Product overview

Finlands Svenska Scouter rf operates as a Swedish-speaking scouting federation in Finland, offering a comprehensive program portfolio centered on youth development through outdoor activities. The organization provides scout programming via the Kompassen mobile app and the Scoutprogrammet.fi platform, supplemented by in-person activities facilitated through Kuksa member registry. Major offerings include the national camp Glänta 2026, maritime training aboard the s/y Navigator vessel, and the Kåtan training facility in Lapland. Member services encompass training, leadership development, Open Badge certification, and stipend programs for participation.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Glänta 2026: National camp organized by FiSSc in Skogby, Raseborg in July 2026
• s/y Navigator
• Kåtan
• Storfiskaren
• Nothamn
• FiSScFjäll

Products and services

• Scout Membership Annual membership program providing access to scout troop activities, weekly meetings, age-appropriate programs, badge progression, insurance, and federation support services. Fee tiers vary by age (free for ages 0-3, member type I/II/III for older cohorts and adults).
• Glänta 2026 National Camp Largest Swedish-language scout camp in Finland, gathering approximately 1,500 scouts for a week-long program of activities, training, and community events.
• s/y Navigator Sailing Program Maritime scouting program using the s/y Navigator training vessel for sailing camps, archipelago excursions, and seamanship education for spejarscouts and other participants.
• Kåtan Camp Facility Scout camp facility in Muonio, western Lapland, offering outdoor education, Lapland trekking experiences, and year-round rental opportunities for troops and other groups.
• Skärgårdsseglats Archipelago Sailing Event Multi-day archipelago sailing excursion for spejarscouts aged 12-15, priced at 100 euros for active scouts and 140 euros for non-scouts, including meals and a sailing program.
• Open Badge Digital Credentials Digital credentialing system that validates and recognizes scout skills, competencies, and validated training for portability across organizations and internationally.
• Alla med Inclusive Scouting Training Free training program for group leaders covering inclusive scouting practices for children with special needs, supporting FiSSc's diversity and accessibility commitments.
• FiSScFjäll Lapland Trekking Camp Lapland trekking camp for spejarscouts (ages 12-15), delivering wilderness hiking and outdoor skill experiences in northern Finland.
• Nothamn Maritime Camp Maritime camp organized for FiSSc scout troops, offering sailing and seamanship programming as part of the federation's water-based scouting activities.

Quantifiable outcome

• 82% of former scouts recommend scouting to others
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Five partnerships are on record, tiered core, major and supporting.

• Suomen Partiolaiset – Finlands Scouter rycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerParent organization for all Finnish scouting. FiSSc is an A-member (Swedish-speaking member organization) within this national federation, sharing resources, training programs, and the Kuksa member system.
• World Organization of the Scout Movement (WOSM)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational scouting organization providing global scouting standards, resources, and network connections for member organizations.
• World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts (WAGGGS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerInternational organization for girl guides and girl scouts, providing global programs and resources.
• Föreningen Navigator rfmajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOwns and operates the s/y Navigator training sailing vessel used by FiSSc for maritime education and archipelago programs.
• SFV:s studiecentralsupportingImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerStudy center providing educational support and resources for scout courses and events.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• The Scout Association: National scouting federation in the UK offering structured youth programs across multiple age groups, badge systems, and national camps. Directly comparable as a national member organization delivering scouting programming through local troops and international networks.
• Svenska Scoutförbundet: Swedish national scouting federation and linguistic sister organization. Operates the same scouting program framework in Swedish, runs national camps and leader training, and shares cultural and program DNA with FiSSc.
• KFUM Sverige (Scoutförbundet): Swedish YMCA-affiliated youth organization offering scouting-like programming in Sweden. Comparable as a Nordic, member-based youth development organization with outdoor activities, camps, and leadership training.
• Girlguiding UK: National membership-based youth organization in the UK offering age-segmented programs, badges, camps, and international travel. Comparable as a peer national federation delivering structured youth development through local units.
• Norges KFUK-KFUM-speidere: Norwegian scouting federation under the YMCA/YWCA umbrella, delivering scouting programs through local groups in Norway. Comparable as a Nordic national scouting federation operating in a neighboring market with similar cultural context.
• Scouting Ireland: National scouting federation operating a troop-based model across Ireland with age-segmented programs and national camps. Comparable as a member-driven scouting organization with similar governance and volunteer structure.
• Scouts Canada: Canadian national scouting federation running youth programs through local groups, including outdoor adventure, badges, and leadership development. Directly comparable in structure, member programs, and affiliation with WOSM/WAGGGS networks.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/fisscsoppa
• YouTubeyoutube.com/user/fisscen
• Facebookfacebook.com/fissc
• Instagraminstagram.com/fissc
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/fissc

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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