In Kuhmo, Finland, a significant archive building worth 1.65 million euros has been entirely financed through the private donations from Otto Nieminen, a millionaire who made his fortune in the gaming industry with Small Giant Games. Nieminen has also established a support foundation which provides annual funding to the Juminkeko Foundation, which owns the archive building.

The Juminkeko Foundation, founded in 1985, is dedicated to preserving Kalevala cultural heritage and has made considerable contributions to the revival of the runo villages in Viena. The Finnish Ministry of Education and Culture also annually funds the foundation's activities. Despite facing challenges due to the closing of the eastern border and government cutbacks, Juminkeko continues to adapt and operate according to new conditions.

The establishment of the archive is a reflection of how private wealth can support cultural initiatives, while also highlighting the dependency of the foundation on such donations, given the financial challenges posed by state funding reductions. The ongoing efforts of Juminkeko to sustain its work underscore the importance of preserving cultural heritage amid changing socio-political landscapes.