Medfinansiering

Medfinansiering, or co-financing, is a funding arrangement where several parties contribute resources to a project, program, or service, each covering a share of the eligible costs. The term is used across sectors such as public policy, research, healthcare, and development, and is usually formalized in agreements that specify contributors, eligible costs, funding roles, and reporting requirements.

In practice, medfinansiering combines public funds with private investment, nonprofit support, or international grants. Public funders often require co-financing to demonstrate commitment, leverage additional resources, and share investment risk. Private partners contribute cash, equipment, or in-kind services, while beneficiaries may provide staff time or co-payments. The pooling of resources enables larger or more ambitious projects than any single funder would support.

Costs are allocated according to agreed rules and funding rates. Some amounts may be reimbursed as eligible costs, while others are covered by in-kind contributions valued at market rates. All parties typically provide financial reporting and compliance with rules such as anti-fraud measures and conflict-of-interest policies.

Advantages include greater resource leverage and risk sharing; challenges include administrative complexity, coordination needs, and potential imbalances in influence or benefit if contributions differ substantially.