Transparency in Swashodhan Trust Finances
At Swashodhan Trust, transparency is at the heart of everything we do. We are dedicated to maintaining complete clarity in how we receive, utilize, and report financial contributions. As a legally registered NGO under Indian law, we comply with all government regulations and are currently in the process of obtaining FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act) registration to receive and manage foreign donations lawfully.
💳 Current Funding Status
✅ We currently receive contributions only from Indian donors.
📝 FCRA registration is under process. Once approved, foreign contributions will be accepted and disclosed as per law.
🤝 Major Donations Disclosure
💰 All donations above ₹3,00,000 are transparently disclosed with:
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🧑💼 Donor Name
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💸 Amount Contributed
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🎯 Intended Purpose
These details are included in our annual financial statements and available for public viewing on request or via our downloadable reports.
📦 How Your Contributions Are Used
Every rupee we receive is used purposefully to serve rural communities through:
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🎓 Digital Education in government schools
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🏥 Health Camps and mobile clinics
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💻 ICT Skill Training Centers for youth and women
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🧰 Digital Infrastructure in underprivileged areas
All expenses are backed by valid receipts, invoices, and bills, and maintained for external audit and government inspections.
🏢 Minimal Administrative Overhead
We strive for operational efficiency:
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🧾 Admin costs are maintained at 10% to 20%
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📂 All overheads (rent, salaries, utilities, internet, software) are clearly categorized
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💼 Transparent budgeting for project vs. administrative expenses
This ensures that maximum funds go directly to beneficiary programs.
📑 Financial Reports & Audit Trail
For every key project, we provide:
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📊 Financial Report: Category-wise fund usage and summaries
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📘 Activity Report: Objectives, progress, outcomes, and impact
These reports are available for download below and are updated quarterly or annually.
🧾 Audit & Legal Compliance
We follow a rigorous compliance process:
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✅ 12A & 80G Certificates – Available for download
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🔐 Internal and external audits conducted annually
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📁 All statutory filings are up to date
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🏦 Bank accounts maintained separately for domestic and foreign funds (post-FCRA)
Once FCRA is approved, we will:
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📌 Display the FCRA Registration Number
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🏦 Share FC Bank account details
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🔄 Publish quarterly and annual foreign contribution reports as per Rule 13 of FCRA Rules.
Activity Reports
At Swashodhan Trust, we believe in documenting and sharing the outcomes of every initiative we undertake. Our activity reports provide a transparent overview of the projects executed across education, health, ICT training, and rural development.
Each report highlights our goals, community impact, progress updates, and partnerships — helping donors, officials, and the public understand how contributions are creating meaningful change on the ground.
Audit Reports
At Swashodhan Trust, we are committed to financial integrity and full accountability. Our audited reports are prepared by certified professionals and provide a clear record of how funds are received, allocated, and utilized across all programs.
These reports are submitted annually in compliance with Indian legal and regulatory standards, and are available here for public review to ensure complete financial transparency.
Legal Documents
At Swashodhan Trust, we maintain full legal compliance as a registered non-profit organization in India. Our key statutory documents — including the 12A certificate for tax exemption, the 80G certificate enabling donor tax benefits, our PAN card, and Society Registration Certificate — reflect our lawful establishment and financial accountability. These documents demonstrate our credibility, allowing us to engage in CSR collaborations, receive grants, and operate transparently in line with government and regulatory standards.
Office Polices
At Swashodhan Trust, we operate with strong ethical standards and organizational discipline. Our office policies reflect our commitment to transparency, accountability, and professional conduct across all programs.
We encourage all stakeholders — donors, employees, volunteers, and beneficiaries — to review these internal policies to better understand how we function as a responsible NGO.