Novo Nordisk Fonden

About Novo Nordisk Fonden

Novo Nordisk Fonden is a Danish charitable foundation that funds scientific, humanitarian, and social initiatives using proceeds from its ownership in Novo Holdings. It supports a broad range of health, sustainability, and life science projects, both through open competition grants and strategic initiatives, and it administers prizes for scientific research and education. The foundation operates primarily in Denmark with international offices (Kenya and India) and emphasizes advancing human health, planetary sustainability, and a robust life science ecosystem.