Donatorerna

Donatorerna is a Swedish non-profit organization that coordinates philanthropy and donor engagement in Sweden. It provides information, resources, and services to individual donors, family funds, and corporate sponsors, aiming to increase transparency and impact in charitable giving. The organization functions as a platform for learning, collaboration, and grantmaking.

History: Donatorerna was established in the mid-2000s in Stockholm by a coalition of philanthropists, civil society groups, and public institutions. It grew to include regional chapters and developed standards for donor-advised funds and reporting.

Activities: The core activities include running grant programs, organizing seminars and study visits, maintaining an online donor registry, and offering guidance on due diligence, governance, and impact assessment. It collaborates with NGOs, universities, and foundations to promote accountability and effective giving.

Membership and governance: The organization is governed by a board of volunteers from the donor community, the nonprofit sector, and academia. An executive director leads the staff, and day-to-day operations are supported by a small professional team. Funding comes from membership dues, program grants, and philanthropic gifts; financial statements are published annually.

Impact and reception: Donatorerna has been credited with increasing donor collaboration and pooling resources for larger grants, as well as promoting transparency in reporting. Critics note that the platform could favor larger donors or incur administrative costs that reduce net giving.