Novo Nordisk Foundation
Reducing Childhood Vulnerability - Health Promotion in Social Initiatives
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The Novo Nordisk Foundation's Reducing Childhood Vulnerability grant funds health promotion integrated into social initiatives for vulnerable children aged 0-10 across Denmark, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands, with DKK 1-4 million per project. Open to non-profit organisations and public institutions, the call requires a cross-sectoral partnership (minimum two partners from health and social sectors), with research institutions eligible as co-applicants only. Projects run 1-5 years and must start between January and December 2027; decisions are announced in December 2026.
Details
| Funder | Novo Nordisk Foundation |
| Budget | DKK 1M–4M per project (total pool up to DKK 35M) |
| Deadline | 1 September 2026 |
| Duration | 1–5 years |
| Consortium | Required — minimum 2 partners from 2 different sectors (health and social) |
| Application | Single stage; all applications screened then evaluated by Committee on Health Inequity; decisions December 2026 |
| Frequency | Annual |
| Eligible countries | DKGLFO |
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Eligibility & scope
Open to non-profit organisations and public institutions in Denmark, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands (research institutions may be co-applicants only). Projects must integrate health promotion into social initiatives for vulnerable children aged 0–10. Cross-sectoral partnership between health and social sectors required (min. 2 partners from 2 different sectors). Proposals may be submitted in Danish or English.
Who Should Apply
- •Non-profit organisations or public institutions based in Denmark, Greenland, or the Faroe Islands
- •Lead applicants from health or social sectors with co-partners spanning both fields
- •Projects targeting vulnerable children aged 0-10 with integrated health promotion
- •Organisations able to form formal cross-sectoral partnerships (minimum two partners required)
- •Research institutions acting as co-applicants or partners to operational leads
Key Dates
- •Deadline 1 September 2026; information meeting 20 May 2026 (registration required)
- •Single-stage application with Committee review and decisions in December 2026
- •Project start window: 1 January, 31 December 2027
Tips for Applicants
- ✓The cross-sectoral requirement is binding: ensure your partnership formally bridges health and social sectors before submission, not as an afterthought.
- ✓Frame health promotion as integral to social services, not ancillary; the funder prioritises integrated delivery for vulnerable children.
- ✓Attend the 20 May information meeting (online) to clarify sector definitions and partnership expectations with the foundation directly.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the budget for the Novo Nordisk Reducing Childhood Vulnerability grant?
Each project receives DKK 1-4 million, with a total pool of up to DKK 35 million across all awarded grants in the call.
Do I need partners to apply for this grant?
Yes, a consortium is required with a minimum of two partners from different sectors (health and social); research institutions may be co-applicants but not lead applicants.
Who can apply to the Novo Nordisk Reducing Childhood Vulnerability grant?
Non-profit organisations and public institutions in Denmark, Greenland, or the Faroe Islands can apply as lead applicants, with research institutions eligible as co-applicants.
How long can a project last under this grant?
Projects may run for 1-5 years, with a mandatory start date between 1 January and 31 December 2027.
In what languages can I submit an application?
Applications may be submitted in Danish or English.
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