Cape Verde: An Opportunity for Global Health through Launchpad Funds

2 October 2026 marks a promising milestone for the health and wellbeing sector in Cape Verde, with the launch of the Launchpad Funds. This initiative represents a unique window of opportunity for the archipelago, enabling it to make a qualitative leap forward in the development of innovative and sustainable solutions that address pressing health challenges at both local and global levels. Cape Verde’s participation in this initiative is crucial to ensuring that its specific needs and potential to contribute are recognised and capitalised upon.

The Launchpad Funds for global health and wellbeing, presented by Coefficient Giving, aim to support disruptive projects that demonstrate the capacity to generate a significant and lasting impact. For Cape Verde, this means the opportunity to invest in critical areas such as improving primary healthcare services, the prevention and control of non-communicable diseases, strengthening maternal and child health, and promoting mental health. The ability to innovate and adapt solutions to an island context – often characterised by resource constraints and logistical challenges – will be a key differentiating factor.

The project proposal must be carefully drafted, highlighting the relevance of the problem to be addressed, the clarity of the objectives, the innovative methodology to be employed and the expected measurable impact. It is essential to demonstrate how the project aligns with Cape Verde’s national health priorities and how it can serve as a model for other island communities or developing countries. Collaboration with local and international partners, to ensure the sustainability and scalability of the initiatives, will also be highly valued.

Now is the time for Cape Verde to seize this opportunity and put forward proposals that will not only benefit its population but also contribute to the advancement of global health. The allocation of these funds can boost research, the implementation of new technologies and the training of healthcare professionals, creating a lasting legacy of well-being.

Please note that the deadline for submitting proposals is 2 October 2026.
For further information on the requirements and guidelines, please visit the page: https://coefficientgiving.org/funds/global-health-wellbeing-opportunities/request-for-proposals-launchpad-funds/
Applications must be submitted via the following link: https://fillout.coefficientgiving.org/