What we support

Water

We collaborate with international partners to provide access to drinking water to the world's poorest, primarily in rural communities and forgotten refugee camps.

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Research

We support research and learning initiatives, environments and individuals within technical and natural science disciplines.

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Inclusion

We support community projects in communities all over the world where Grundfos companies and employees engage to make a difference in their local community

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How was the split between the philanthropic areas in 2023?

256 million

The Foundation committed DKK 256 million to philanthropic projects in 2023. Find all donations here

45 % Water

In 2023, 45 % of the grants went to water projects.

27 % Research

In 2023, 27 % of the grants supported research and learning environments and initiatives.

23 % Inclusion

In 2023, 19% of the grants supported community and labour market inclusion.

9% Global Citizenship

In 2023, 8% of the grants supported Community Engagement projects and 1% was distributed as prizes and scholarships.

We own Grundfos

As majority shareholder, we are looking out for Grundfos’ interests. We set up holistic goals and challenge the Board of the Grundfos Group. We also contribute to the Group’s development and to the world through our employee awards and scholarships.

Active ownership

Water 2025-02-10

The Danish Refugee Council and the Grundfos Foundation join forces in a new humanitarian partnership

Over the next two years, the Grundfos Foundation will contribute a total of DKK5 million to the Danish Refugee Council’s Global Emergency Response Fund.

Water 2025-02-05

Support for UNICEF’s Efforts for Gaza’s Families and Children

More than a year of intense conflict finally came to a halt when a ceasefire in Gaza was agreed on January 15. This marks a crucial turning point for Gaza’s war-stricken civilian population, including hundreds of thousands of children.

Inclusion 2025-01-29

Last round of 2024 Community Engagement Grants

On 19 December 2024, the Foundation's Board of Directors approved the year's last round of Community Engagement Grants. Almost 900,000 EUR were granted to various projects where Grundfos employees engage with local communities and organisations.

News 2025-01-27

New partnership to increase access to quality education in Ethiopia

Denmark’s public and private sectors partner with UNICEF: The Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Denmark, the LEGO Foundation and the Grundfos Foundation will combine resources and expertise to support the education and wellbeing of refugee and internally displaced children.

Water 2025-01-07

C40 and the Grundfos Foundation expand partnership to help cities achieve water resilience

The Grundfos Foundation has renewed its support for the Water Safe Cities programme with a commitment of US$ 3.64 million (DKK 25.5 million) over the next three years for C40 Cities, the global network of nearly 100 cities committed to urgent and equitable climate action.

Inclusion 2025-01-05