Club activities are organized by students and give people with shared interests a chance to meet, spend time together, and enjoy activities they like. Clubs can focus on sports, culture, games, languages, nature, or any other topic that interests the student community. This article answers the most common questions about starting a club and applying for funding to support club activities.
As a Haaga-Helia student, you can start a club on your own or together with other students. The founder(s) must be members of Helga.
To start a club, first read the club regulations and complete the club application form. After that, you will arrange a meeting with Helga to go through the practical details related to your club. And then you're ready to start!
Helga's and Haaga-Helia's facilities can be used for club activities, provided that the general guidelines, rules, and opening hours are followed. Helga can also assist with room reservations if needed.
Your club will be added to the Helga club activities page. In addition, it is a good idea to promote your club creatively through posters, social media, word of mouth, and any other channels you find useful. Remember that a club can successfully start with just a few participants.
A club can remain active for as long as you are able to commit to running it.
You can decide how much time to dedicate to your club. In addition to club meetings, some time is needed for planning and communication, but you can determine how much time you spend on these tasks.
Starting a club is free of charge. However, the founder must be a member of Helga. Please note that Helga membership requires a membership fee.
During the autumn semester 2026, Haaga-Helia provides financial support for club activities, for example for materials and other expenses. To be eligible for funding, the club must be established according to Helga's guidelines, and participation must also be possible in English. The second round of applications for funding is now open. Applications can be submitted until 11 November 2026.
Send an email to Helga's Community Team at [email protected], and they will help you plan and establish your club.
Take a look at the current clubs and get involved! Joining an existing club can be a great way to get involved in club activities without the responsibility of founding and running a club yourself. You can also contact existing clubs and ask whether they are looking for active organizers.
