The National Growth Fund
With the National Growth Fund, the Dutch government invests more than €11 billion in 50 projects that contribute to structural and durable economic growth of the Netherlands. Ultimately, we all reap the benefits of long-term economic growth with positive social effects.
Mission of the National Growth Fund
The National Growth Fund allocates funds to projects with the highest potential of contributing to the national earning capacity, or in other words, to durable economic growth. This will eventually benefit society as a whole. Economic growth increases the disposable income of our citizens enabling the government to continue its investments in health care and education.
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The committee
A committee of external advisors has been established for a correct, objective and independent assessment of the project applications. The committee has assessed the project applications on the basis of set criteria and issues a strong recommendation to the Dutch government in regard to the project grants. The government subsequently follows or rejects the recommendation on the project application investments..
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Results assessment rounds
The results of the first assessment round were published in April 2021. Read the press release about this publication.
The results of the second assessment round were published in April 2022. Read the press release about this publication.
The results of the third assessment round were published in July 2023. Read the press release about this publication.