Deadlines and response time

There are different deadlines and application processes, depending on what is applied for. However, all applications must be submitted to the Secretary of the Development Department, Anne-Birthe Jensen (preferably by email to abj@handicap.dk).

There is no application deadline for any of the activities other than projects. Applications will be processed throughout the year.

In the case of project applications, DPOD has three annual closing dates: 10 January, 10 April and 1 October.

When an application form is received, a Desk Officer makes an assessment based on the criteria listed above. The Desk Officer sends his written comments to the applicant organisation, and may hold a meeting with its representatives. Subsequently, the applicant organisation submits its final application, after which DPOD emails an acknowledgment of receipt. The processing time is no more than 2 months.

Depending on the type of activity, the application may also be forwarded to an external consultant whose response will feed into the overall assessment. The Desk Officer sometimes sends written comments or questions to the applicant organisation, and this may prompt the preparation of a revised application.

When the final application is received, a recommendation for approval or rejection will be drafted. If the amount applied for is DKK 200,000 or more, the Desk Officer presents his written recommendation to DPOD’s Assesment Committee, whose members have the final word on whether funding should be granted, granted under certain conditions or refused. If the amount applied for is less than DKK 200,000, the recommendation will be submitted to the Director of DPOD, since these grants require less scrutiny.

The applicant organisation will be informed of the decision either by email or by letter including the contract.