Fondation Dora funds new, practical projects that improve outcomes for young children with special needs, especially where there are mental health, developmental, learning, family-separation, or serious medical/palliative-care concerns. The foundation appears to favor pilot initiatives, early intervention, and multidisciplinary care models that can be implemented by trusted partner organizations in Geneva and selected low-resource international settings. It also shows a strong interest in research and screening related to toxic stress, infant mental health, and preventing family breakdown.
Project-based grants for new or pilot initiatives, typically awarded to organizations rather than individuals. Funding appears to be relationship-driven and often supports implementation through partner institutions; applications are accepted year-round, with no committee meetings in July-August. Grant size is not public, but the pattern suggests targeted, selective support for specific projects rather than open-ended operating grants.
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Submit a clear project proposal anytime during the year, but avoid expecting review in July-August when the committee does not meet. Emphasize how the project is new, child-focused, multidisciplinary, and likely to be implemented through a credible partner organization; proposals that combine prevention, early diagnosis, family support, or care for vulnerable young children seem especially aligned.
Current and upcoming funding from Fondation Dora that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Projects must align with Fondation Dora's mission to support children with special needs, especially in the area of family difficulties and breakdown of family relationships. Priority is given to new projects for young children, and the foundation supports organisations that carry them out.
Deadline: No deadline for submitting a request.
Who can apply: Projects must fit the foundation's mission around children's physical health and special needs. Priority is given to new projects for young children and to organisations implementing them.
Deadline: No deadline for submitting a request.
Who can apply: Projects must align with the foundation's mission to support children with special needs, especially those facing mental health issues or learning difficulties. Priority is given to new projects for young children and the organisations carrying them out.
Deadline: No deadline for submitting a request.
Who can apply: Projects must support research, prevention, training, or care for children with special needs and align with the foundation's mission. Priority is given to new projects for young children and organisations that implement them.
Deadline: No deadline for submitting a request.
Who can apply: Project must align with Fondation Dora's mission: support young children with particular needs. The foundation funds organisations (not projects implemented directly by the foundation).
Deadline: No set deadline; submissions accepted at any time. Committee does not meet in July–August.
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