Reducing childhood vulnerability – health promotion in social initiatives 2026
Supports research-driven cross-sector projects promoting health and reducing inequalities among vulnerable children (0–10) in Denmark, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands through integrated social and health initiatives.
Funder: Novo Nordisk Foundation
Due Dates: August 20, 2026: Full application submission deadline
Funding Amounts: DKK 1,000,000–4,000,000 per project (1–5 years); total pool up to DKK 35 million
Summary: Supports cross-sector projects integrating health promotion into social initiatives to reduce health inequalities among vulnerable children (ages 0–10) in Denmark, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands.
Key Information: Main applicant must be from a non-profit or public institution; research institutions may only be co-applicants.
Description
This grant aims to reduce health inequalities among children aged 0–10 in vulnerable situations across Denmark, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands. The Novo Nordisk Foundation seeks to foster collaboration between the social and health sectors by supporting projects that integrate health promotion into social initiatives. Projects are expected to address both physical and mental health, build capacity for cross-sector work, and embed health perspectives within existing social structures for sustainable impact. All funded projects must include a thorough evaluation plan and mechanisms for sharing learnings with the broader field.
