Strengthening Organization of Healthcare System ABCSSS Islands

Up to €60,000 per project (total call budget €360,000)||Maximum 24 months

14:00 CEST (08:00 AST). Preliminary application (mandatory) was due 7 July 2026.

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Catalog updated: 26 Aug 2026.

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ZonMw's Strengthening Organization Healthcare System ABCSSS Islands call funds up to €60,000 per project to enhance healthcare delivery in Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Sint Maarten, Statia and Saba. Organisations and partnerships based on these islands can apply to improve accessibility, quality, and efficiency, with preference for initiatives benefiting vulnerable populations. At least 75% of the budget must be spent locally on the islands, and projects run for up to 24 months.

Details

Funder	ZonMw
Budget	Up to €60,000 per project (total call budget €360,000)
Duration	Maximum 24 months
Consortium	Optional — co-financing and collaboration with other parties is not mandatory but strongly encouraged; a Letter of Commitment and Collaboration Agreement are required if partnering
Application	2-stage: mandatory preliminary application (deadline 7 July 2026) → full grant application (deadline 25 August 2026)
Eligible countries	NL

Eligibility & scope

Open to organisations and partnerships operating in Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Sint Maarten, Sint Eustatius (Statia) or Saba. Lead applicant must be based on one of the ABCSSS islands. At least 75% of budget must be spent locally on the islands. Applications must be written in English. Targets healthcare accessibility, quality and efficiency, with preference for projects benefiting vulnerable groups.

Who Should Apply

•Healthcare organisations and partnerships based on Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Sint Maarten, Statia, or Saba
•Projects focused on healthcare system organisation, accessibility, quality, and efficiency
•Initiatives serving vulnerable populations
•Applicants able to commit at least 75% of project budget to local spending on the islands

Key Dates

•Full application deadline: 25 August 2026, 14:00 CEST (preliminary application already closed 7 July 2026)
•Two-stage evaluation: mandatory preliminary application, then full grant application
•Project duration: up to 24 months

Tips for Applicants

✓Only applicants who submitted a preliminary application by 7 July 2026 are eligible for the full application stage; there is no second chance to enter at the full application round.
✓A Letter of Commitment and Collaboration Agreement are mandatory if you include co-financing or partner organisations; even optional collaboration requires formal documentation.
✓Clearly map your budget spend to the 75% local-spend threshold in the financial narrative; ZonMw scrutinises island-based expenditure strictly.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the funding amount for the ABCSSS Islands healthcare call?

Up to €60,000 per project, with a total call budget of €360,000 across all awards.

Who can apply to the ZonMw ABCSSS Islands healthcare call?

Organisations and partnerships based in Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Sint Maarten, Statia, or Saba, with the lead applicant based on one of these islands.

How long does a project last under this call?

Projects run for up to 24 months.

What percentage of the budget must be spent locally?

At least 75% of the total project budget must be spent on the ABCSSS islands.

Is the preliminary application still open?

No, the preliminary application closed on 7 July 2026; only those who submitted by that date can proceed to the full application stage on 25 August 2026.

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