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Strengthening Organization of Healthcare System – ABCSSS Islands
Preliminary application (mandatory) due 7 July 2026, 14:00 CEST / 08:00 AST. Full grant application due 25 August 2026, 14:00 CEST.
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The ZonMw Strengthening Organization of Healthcare System (ABCSSS Islands) call funds healthcare, educational, and non-profit organizations in Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Sint Maarten, Sint Eustatius, and Saba with up to €60,000 per project over a maximum of 24 months to strengthen local healthcare infrastructure. Lead applicants must be based on one of the six islands, with at least 75% of the budget spent locally. This two-stage call prioritizes healthcare system capacity-building in the Dutch Caribbean.
Details
| Funder | ZonMw |
| Budget | Up to €60,000 per project (total call budget €360,000) |
| Deadline | 7 July 2026 |
| Duration | Maximum 24 months |
| Application | 2-stage: mandatory preliminary application (7 July 2026) → full grant application (25 August 2026) → rebuttal (early October 2026) → decision (December 2026) |
| Eligible countries | AWBQCWSX |
Eligibility & scope
Open to healthcare institutions, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations operating on Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Sint Maarten, 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. Proposals must be written in English. Co-financing encouraged but not mandatory.
Who Should Apply
- •Healthcare institutions, educational institutions, or non-profit organizations operating on Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Sint Maarten, Sint Eustatius, or Saba
- •Lead applicants based on one of the ABCSSS islands
- •Organizations proposing to spend at least 75% of the budget locally on the islands
- •Projects addressing healthcare system strengthening and organizational development
Key Dates
- •Preliminary application deadline: 7 July 2026, 14:00 CEST
- •Full grant application deadline: 25 August 2026, 14:00 CEST; rebuttal stage in early October 2026; funding decision expected December 2026
- •Maximum project duration: 24 months
Tips for Applicants
- ✓This is a two-stage call with a mandatory preliminary application on 7 July 2026; only shortlisted applicants proceed to the full application on 25 August 2026. Clarity and feasibility in the brief pre-proposal phase are critical.
- ✓At least 75% of your budget must be spent locally on the islands, plan your budget breakdown explicitly and demonstrate how funds support in-island capacity and infrastructure.
- ✓Co-financing strengthens your application, even though it is not mandatory. Partner letters from local health authorities or institutions signal institutional support.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much funding can I get from this ZonMw call?
Up to €60,000 per project over a maximum of 24 months.
Who can apply to the ABCSSS Islands healthcare call?
Healthcare institutions, educational institutions, and non-profit organizations operating on Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Sint Maarten, Sint Eustatius, or Saba, with the lead applicant based on one of those islands.
Is this a two-stage application process?
Yes. A mandatory preliminary application is due 7 July 2026; shortlisted applicants then submit a full grant application by 25 August 2026, followed by a rebuttal stage and a funding decision in December 2026.
What percentage of the budget must be spent on the islands?
At least 75% of your budget must be spent locally on Aruba, Bonaire, Curaçao, Sint Maarten, Sint Eustatius, or Saba.
Is co-financing required?
No, co-financing is encouraged but not mandatory for this call.
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