Innofounder Supports Early-Stage R&D

Innovation Fund Denmark is behind the Danish funding programme, Innofounder that helps founders and entrepreneurs in realizing early-stage R&D. It provides funding which makes it possible for the founder to work full-time on the project, focusing on key activities such as engaging in structured dialogues with potential customers to validate market needs and developing a functional prototype to demonstrate the solution's feasibility. 

What Funding is Provided?

Innofounder is a 12-month, full-time incubator programme and as it is designed to accelerate the development of innovative ideas into financially sustainable businesses, early-stage startups are offered a monthly grant of DKK 27,500 for 12 months, along with a one-time development grant of DKK 100,000. 

Moreover, coaching from a permanent mentor as well as training / workshops are offered by other entrepreneurs.

Important Dates in 2025

28 January - Open for applications

25 February - Application deadline