Deadline: 16-Jan-2026

The Lauritzen Foundation offers grants to projects that support vulnerable children in Denmark, helping them access education and employment while promoting well-being and essential life skills. Funding prioritizes initiatives with measurable impact, innovative approaches, and sustainability. Applications are open until January 11, 2026.

Overview

The Lauritzen Foundation aims to create meaningful social change in Denmark by funding initiatives that facilitate children and young people’s journey into education and employment. Projects are designed to enhance well-being, education, and life skills, particularly for children from low-income families who face significant barriers to opportunity.

Key Focus Areas

Well-Being

• Promote joy, curiosity, play, and physical activity

• Encourage access to supportive communities

• Recognize well-being as foundational for learning and development

Education

• Develop social and cultural competencies alongside academic skills

• Equip children and youth for active, responsible participation in society

• Focus on long-term engagement leading to higher education and sustainable employment

Target Group

• Children and young people from low-income families (approx. 8% of the demographic in Denmark)

• Priority given to initiatives that reduce barriers to education and employment

• Projects addressing long-term challenges faced by this group, such as risk of unemployment and early retirement

Funding Restrictions

• Grants cannot fund:

  • Individual study trips without a connection to the Lauritzen Group

  • Individual social support

  • Cultural and media productions (theatre, film, TV, music, exhibitions, conferences, meetings)

  • Publication of magazines, books, or music

  • Expenses already incurred prior to the application date

Eligibility

• Individuals or groups associated with the Lauritzen Group:

  • Current employees

  • Children of employees

  • Former employees

• Applicants must identify their eligibility category before completing the electronic application form

Evaluation Criteria

• Alignment with the Foundation’s charter and values

• Project economy and sustainability

• Passion, commitment, and belief in the applicant’s ability to improve their life and contribute to society

• Potential to generate new knowledge or test innovative methods

• Independence of the project, avoiding dependency on Foundation support

• Consideration of co-funding or collaboration with other sources

Application Process

1. Identify your eligibility category within the Lauritzen Group

2. Prepare a project proposal demonstrating:

   • Alignment with focus areas (well-being, education)

   • Sustainability and measurable impact

   • Innovative approaches and potential for new knowledge

3. Complete and submit the electronic application form

4. Applications reviewed by the Appropriations Committee, then recommended to the Board of Directors

5. Final decisions consider project alignment, impact, and applicant commitment

Key Dates

• Application Deadline: January 11, 2026

• Annual review and grant distribution cycle

Why This Opportunity Matters

The Lauritzen Foundation supports projects that empower vulnerable children to access education and employment, improving life outcomes and fostering societal contribution. By emphasizing well-being, education, and innovation, the grants help build a more equitable and sustainable future for Danish youth.

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