Traditions and new ideas hand in hand
The Liiver board awarded the 2025 diploma for significant work for rural development to Jaakko and Sari Koskenkorva. The couple, who moved from Tampere to the village of Koskenkorva in Ilmajoki, have been running the Koskenkorva Inn for seven years. In developing the tourist destination, they have considered what can be done on their own home farm. – We are not leaving here anywhere or opening an office in the center of Seinäjoki, we will operate here. It is difficult, but also […]
Renewing Traditions diploma for Jaakko and Sari Koskenkorva
At the annual meeting in Nurmo on March 25, 2025, the Liiver board awarded the 2025 diploma to Jaakko and Sari Koskenkorva in recognition of their significant work for rural development, tourism and local culture. Driven by passion and bold ideas, Koskenkorva Trahteeri has grown into a versatile tourist destination that combines history, sauna culture and togetherness. The Könnimuseo and Koskenkorva Museum tell the story of the area, and open saunas, concerts and meals bring people […]
February newsletter – read Liiver news
Topics of the first newsletter of 2025: Young people involved in community activities There is always an order for good projects! We help with the application Ample open and local offerings in forestry matters See the list of those who received funding – 8 new recipients of support Summer party venues are now being sought – are you sure your contact information is up to date? Funding for youth events – Culture Summer -Youth Leader search Liiverni member mail will be sent out soon […]
See the list of those who received funding
We will publish the funding received when the ELY Centre has made an official decision on them. The decisions made by the ELY Centre between 12 December 2024 and 2 February 2025 are listed below. Project grants Development project to be implemented as a small project Etelä-Ohjanmaan Estradi ry – Laulava landeus – development of a communal singing tradition Investment to be implemented as a small project Finnish Migration Museum Support ry – A mobile game for the museum Business grants Starting a part-time business €5,000 Double Care – […]
Young people involved in community activities
Young people’s participation in the activities of associations, clubs and other communities does not happen by itself – but when young people are given space and opportunities, their ideas and energy can renew the entire operating culture. This idea is supported by Liiver’s new website, which offers concrete examples and ideas for involving young people. The website is based on the need to respond to the challenges faced by communities: how to find new volunteers, make activities […]
Read Liiver's latest news in the latest newsletter
Topics of the last newsletter of 2024: Creativity, the dream of a café and books: New things are born from the passion of an entrepreneur – an interview with Miia Anttila Kouran Minimarket turned one year old January Youth Leader theme call: Glow Up School – Make your school a better place! Liiveri youth division’s trip to Anjala for the Youth Leader Days See the list of those who received funding – 16 new recipients of support Apply for Leader funding for development! – board meeting times for spring 2025 Liiveri […]
Creativity, a dream of a café and books: New things are born from an entrepreneur's passion
Miia Anttila, a social media influencer from Jalasjärvi, has previously run a popular café and published two Christmas-themed books. At the moment, Miia’s entrepreneurship focuses on influencer work and new books, but her biggest plans are only in their early stages. Alongside influencer work and books, she has a strong dream of full-time entrepreneurship and café operations. – This all actually started last Christmas. I wasn’t […]
See the list of those who received funding
We will publish the funding received when the ELY Centre has made an official decision on them. The decisions made by the ELY Centre from 21 October to 12 December are listed below. Project support Coordination and activation projects Development association Liiveri ry – Eco-deeds together Moms for Kids ry – Clothing banks for growth Jalasjärvi 4H association – Heritage paths Development project to be implemented as a small project Hirvijärvi-Komsi Village association – Creamy cakes Investment to be implemented as a small project […]
Koura Minimarket turned one year old
– There should be a shop in Koura, said a neighbor to Päivi Alakanga and Sami Sunnarborg. They themselves said the same thing, when after several shopping trips they noticed that they had not purchased something they needed. Both Päivi and Sami have an entrepreneurial background, so the idea of establishing a village shop seemed like a possibility. The point of establishing the shop has been to save customers’ time: – It is pointless to spend valuable free time driving […]
Read Liiver's hearings in the autumn newsletter
Topics of the newsletter: Without villages, there are only cities - Interview with Mari Viljanmaa, who started as Liiver's village expert Hire a young person - funding for development and investments A responsible company manufactures multi-purpose playground platforms "Small contributions can have big effects" - Interview with Pirjo Pystykoski-Sopanen, chairman of the Economic Division See the list of those who have received funding - 20 supports received by Formulive's project studio Part 1: Introduction to projects and project experts Association Act […]