Novo Nordisk Foundation

Novo Nordisk Foundation

Overview

Novo Nordisk Foundation is an independent Danish enterprise foundation with philanthropic objectives to improve people's health and the sustainability of society and the planet. It funds its grants and initiatives through the financial returns generated by its wholly-owned holding and investment company, Novo Holdings A/S, which holds the controlling interest in Novo Nordisk A/S and Novonesis A/S.

Year Founded

1924

Portfolio Companies

4

Investments

CompanyDateStageLead
QuNorthJul 2025VC RoundLead
BiomiaSep 2023Pre SeedCo-investor
WARD 24/7Mar 2020GrantCo-investor
Galecto Biotech-GrantCo-investor

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HeadquartersDenmark
Year Founded1924

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