Denmark Ministry of Foreign Affairs Civil Society Support

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Framework agreements and grant schemes for Danish development NGOs focusing on green growth, sustainable natural resource management, climate change, energy, and water projects. Includes small projects pool for organizations working on environmental sustainability in Denmark and developing countries.

Source: https://www.terravivagrants.org/group-5-cross-cutting/denmark-ministry-of-foreign-affairs/

Funding Details

Funder: Denmark Ministry of Foreign Affairs (Danida)
Funding Goal: Support Danish civil society organizations engaged in international development cooperation, particularly in developing countries. Covers strategic partnerships, pooled/delegated funding, and project grants for Danish NGOs working on development themes including green growth, sustainable management of natural resources, sustainable food production, access to energy and water, and climate-related integrated efforts.
Funding Amount: Varies by grant type: framework agreements/strategic partnerships for large and medium NGOs, pooled/delegated funding, and small project grant schemes. Individual amounts not specified in available sources.
How to Apply: Danish development organizations pursue framework agreements and other grants directly with the Ministry for Development Cooperation (HUMCIV department). Administrative guidelines available on Danida's website. Contact: HUMCIV@um.dk. Strategic partnership guidelines for 2022-2025 are available on um.dk.
Target Region: Developing countries globally (Africa, Asia, etc.)
Contact: Department for Humanitarian Action, Civil Society and Engagement (HUMCIV). Email: HUMCIV@um.dk. Ministry of Foreign Affairs / Danida, 2 Asiatisk Plads, DK-1448 Copenhagen K. Tel: +45 33 92 00 00.
Official Page: https://amg.um.dk/civil-society-and-humanitarian-aid
Last Checked: 2026-03-15 11:14

Application Checklist

Eligibility

Applicant must be a registered Danish civil society organization (NGO)
Larger NGOs apply for strategic partnerships/framework agreements; smaller NGOs for project grants

Project Scope

Project must be implemented in developing countries (primarily Africa or Asia)
Project must align with one of Danida's strategic priorities (green growth, democracy, education, health)

Required Documents

Contact HUMCIV@um.dk to inquire about current open calls and eligibility
Administrative guidelines and application forms available on amg.um.dk

Summary

The Denmark Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through its development cooperation agency Danida, provides grant support to Danish civil society organizations (NGOs) engaged in international development work in developing countries. This is not a single call but a portfolio of funding mechanisms targeting Danish development NGOs of varying sizes. Danish development cooperation has four strategic priorities, one of which is green growth based on sustainable management and use of natural resources. Within the green growth theme, Denmark focuses on sustainable food production, access to energy and water, and integrated climate efforts. Other thematic priorities include democracy and human rights, education, and health. Three primary grant mechanisms exist: (1) strategic partnerships and framework agreements for large and medium-sized Danish NGOs, providing multi-year core funding; (2) pooled/delegated funding for collaborative programmes; and (3) project grants for smaller NGOs and innovative organizations. A special funding pool also exists to support innovative NGOs in the fight against HIV/AIDS. Geographically, funding is directed toward developing countries — primarily in Africa and Asia. Danish NGOs with operations in these regions are the primary target applicants. The Ministry does not directly fund foreign organizations; rather, Danish NGOs serve as implementing partners working with local stakeholders. Eligibility is limited to registered Danish civil society organisations. Administrative guidelines are published on Danida's management and grant system (amg.um.dk). For inquiries and applications, organizations contact the HUMCIV department directly at HUMCIV@um.dk. The strategic partnership period covers 2022-2025, with a new round expected to follow.

Historical Context

Denmark's development cooperation through Danida has long supported Danish NGOs through strategic partnerships. The 2022-2026 strategic partnership round was open; a new round presumably follows. The Terra Viva Grants directory entry was published in 2022. The current strategic partnerships period covers 2022-2025.

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