insamlingskällan

Insamlingskällan is a Swedish term used to describe the origin of funds raised by a nonprofit organization, foundation, political organization, or charitable campaign. The concept denotes where the resources came from, such as private individuals, companies, foundations, or government subsidies. In practice, insamlingskällan serves as a category in financial reporting, grant applications, and donor databases, enabling organizations to track and disclose the provenance of donations.

Common categories include private donors, corporate sponsorships, foundations, public grants, and in-kind contributions converted to monetary value. By recording insamlingskällan, organizations can monitor fundraising performance, comply with transparency requirements, and tailor communication to different donor groups.

In annual reports and accounting, insamlingskällan is paired with the amount donated and sometimes with any conditions attached to the funds (restricted or unrestricted). The concept supports governance by making the sources visible to boards, auditors, funders, and the public. While the term is most often used in Swedish contexts, similar ideas exist in other languages under headings such as source of funds or donor origin.

Some organizations use more granular subcategories, such as campaign-specific sources or events, to reflect how funds were collected. Understanding insamlingskällan is essential for accurate budgeting, impact assessment, and compliance with reporting standards in the nonprofit sector.