That's what SIDN Fund stands for. We invest in bold projects with added societal value that contribute to a strong internet, strong internet users, or that focus on the internet's significance for public values and society.
We fund promising projects
We support impactful initiatives focused on relevant themes such as cybersecurity, data autonomy, disinformation and digital accessibility & inclusion. SIDN Fund does not support internationally oriented projects. To qualify for support, a project should have impact on Dutch society.
We fund two types of calls: themed calls and pioneers. Check the conditions and criteria for each call.
Themed call: The Transition to Digital Autonomy
SIDN Fund and Digital Holland are looking for field research projects designed to shed light on what’s needed to reinforce digital autonomy. We're looking for projects that involve the practical deployment and testing of existing or newly developed alternative solutions. The project partners should be knowledge centres, commercial enterprises and organisations that are seeking to become more digitally autonomous. The pilots should be designed to demonstrate through field trials how the transition to digital autonomy can be realised in practice.
We contribute to initiatives and solutions in 3 areas. Within those areas, we focus on specific, current themes, and we work together with relevant partners to achieve the greatest possible impact. In 2026, we are paying special attention to projects in the Stronger internet area.
A stronger internet
An open and free internet, which is accessible to all, trusted by the public and seen as a foundation on which to build.
Empowerment
Empowerment of adults, youngsters or children by giving them the skills needed to use the internet safely, freely and confidently.
Internet & society
Promoting public values and counteracting the negative effects of internet (mechanisms).
