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.
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# 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
## Links
- [Nordic Innovators Innobooster](https://nordicinnovators.com/funding-programmes/danish/innobooster/)
- [Funds for Companies](https://fundsforcompanies.fundsforngos.org/events/apply-for-innobooster-programme-denmark/)
- [Innovation Fund Denmark](https://nordicinnovators.com/funding-programmes/danish/innobooster/)
## 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](https://www.innovationsfonden.dk/)
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)