Health NGOs are becoming increasingly concerned about potential cuts to EU funding, which could result in staff reductions or even closures for smaller organizations that heavily rely on EU grants.

The European Commission has not yet disclosed the funding amounts for the upcoming year, causing worries among health policymakers in Brussels about the overall financial support for the sector. In February, EU leaders decided to reduce the EU4Health budget by 20 percent, reallocating approximately €1.06 billion to support Ukraine. This decision has caused frustration and fatigue among NGO staff, who are concerned about the impact on their operations.

Preparatory work for the 2025 EU4Health work program is currently underway, focusing on strategic orientations and priorities, with further details expected to be shared under the incoming Commission.