Reducing childhood vulnerability – health promotion in social initiatives 2026
Funds cross-sector projects that integrate health promotion into social initiatives to reduce health inequality among vulnerable children aged 0–10 in Denmark, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands.
Funder: Novo Nordisk Foundation
Due Dates: August 20, 2026: Full application submission deadline
Funding Amounts: Up to DKK 35 million total; individual grants between DKK 1 million and DKK 4 million for projects of 1–5 years
Summary: Supports cross-sector projects integrating health promotion into social initiatives to reduce health inequality among vulnerable children aged 0–10 in Denmark, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands.
Key Information: Main applicant must be a manager at a non-profit or public institution in Denmark, Greenland, or the Faroe Islands; research institutions cannot be main applicant.
Description
This grant aims to reduce health inequality among children in vulnerable positions in Denmark, Greenland, and the Faroe Islands by supporting projects that integrate health promotion into social initiatives. The focus is on fostering cross-sectoral collaboration between the social and health sectors, targeting children aged 0–10. Projects may involve developing, testing, implementing, or evaluating innovative approaches that address both physical and mental health, as well as building capacity for sustained collaboration. A strong evaluation plan and knowledge-sharing activities are essential for all supported projects.
