turash/funding/national/denmark/innobooster/PROGRAM_INFO.md
Damir Mukimov cdca1ea1a7
Reorganize funding programs and create application documents
- Reorganized funding program structure: moved standalone .md files into organized directories with PROGRAM_INFO.md and APPLICATION_SCOPE.md
- Created budget files for selected priority programs:
  * EIC Accelerator: budget_breakdown.csv and budget_justification.md (€1.815M)
  * ZIM: budget_breakdown.csv and budget_justification.md (€465k)
  * DBU: budget_breakdown.csv and budget_justification.md (€152.5k)
  * LIFE Programme: budget_breakdown.csv and budget_justification.md (€1.815M)
- Created team CV files for all selected programs (CV_Damir_Mukimov.md)
- Added application documents structure:
  * funding/applications/budget/ - Master budget files and templates
  * funding/applications/team_cvs/ - Master CV and team expertise summary
- Updated FUNDING_GAP_ANALYSIS.md to reflect completed documents
- Added APPLICATION_REQUIREMENTS_REPORT.md with detailed requirements
- Added PREPARATION_PRIORITY.md for application preparation workflow
2025-11-01 09:59:48 +01:00

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⚠️ NOT SUITABLE FOR BERLIN-BASED COMPANIES
This program requires Danish SME with CVR number (Danish company registration).
Requirement: Company must be registered in Denmark with Danish CVR number.
See BERLIN_COMPANY_RECOMMENDATIONS.md for programs suitable for Berlin-based companies.


Innobooster (Innovation Fund Denmark)

Overview

Innobooster accelerates development of innovative products/services for Danish SMEs and startups, with focus on green transition and sustainability.

Managing Body

Innovation Fund Denmark (Innovationsfonden)

Funding Type

Grant for SMEs and startups to accelerate development of innovative products/services

Funding Amount

  • DKK 200k to 5 million per project (~€27k670k)
  • Small grants (≤ DKK 1M) and large grants (up to DKK 5M)
  • Funding: 3360% of project costs (larger awards require co-financing)
  • Requires pitching step for larger awards

Deadlines

  • Multiple submission intervals throughout the year
  • Next cut-off: 17 December 2025 (upcoming)
  • Continuous intake with periodic evaluations
  • Check Innovation Fund Denmark website for 2026 deadlines

Eligibility

  • Danish SMEs (<250 FTE) with CVR number
  • <5 years old for startups
  • Must show viability: ≥DKK 100k external risk capital or ≥DKK 250k revenue

Thematic Focus

Priority innovation themes:

  • Green transition & sustainability
  • Life science & health
  • Digital & critical technologies
  • Defense tech

Relevance to City Resource Graph

  • Circular economy platforms
  • Resource-efficiency software
  • Green technology innovation
  • SME-scale platform development

Application Checklist

Pre-Application Requirements

  • Verify company is Danish SME (<250 FTE) with CVR number
  • Confirm company age: <5 years old for startups OR existing SME
  • Check viability requirement:
    • ≥DKK 100k external risk capital OR
    • ≥DKK 250k revenue (proof required)
  • Review priority themes and align project with green transition/sustainability
  • Confirm project fits innovation scope (technical novelty + business viability)

Required Documents

  • Company registration documents (CVR certificate)
  • Financial statements or proof of viability:
    • Investment documentation (≥DKK 100k) OR
    • Revenue documentation (≥DKK 250k)
  • Project description with technical innovation details
  • Business plan showing market validation and scalability
  • Budget breakdown (for grants >DKK 1M, prepare pitching materials)
  • CVs of key team members
  • Any relevant patents, prototypes, or proof of concept

Application Steps

  1. Review current call on Innovation Fund Denmark website
  2. Check next cut-off deadline: 17 December 2025
  3. Use online application portal to submit proposal
  4. Prepare pitch presentation if applying for >DKK 1M
  5. Submit all required documents before deadline
  6. Confirm submission receipt

Project Alignment Checklist

  • Project aligns with green transition & sustainability theme
  • Demonstrates circular economy relevance (industrial symbiosis, resource efficiency)
  • Shows technical innovation (novel approach to resource matching)
  • Proves market need and scalability potential
  • Includes clear development milestones

Post-Submission

  • Save application confirmation
  • Monitor for evaluation timeline updates
  • Prepare for potential pitch if shortlisted
  • Have additional documentation ready if requested

Application Tips

  • Demonstrate technical novelty and business viability
  • Focus on priority themes (green transition highly relevant)
  • Prepare for pitching requirement on larger grants
  • Show market validation and scalability
  • Deadline: 17 December 2025 - Start preparation early (45 days from November 2025)