Blended Finance
What it means? Blended Finance is the strategic use of catalytic capital (from public or philanthropic sources) to mobilize commercial
Capital & Funding Models
Capital & Funding Models
Venture Philanthropy
What it means? Venture Philanthropy (VP) is a high-engagement, long-term approach to social investment that applies the principles of Venture
Capital & Funding Models
Strategic Philanthropy
What it means? Strategic Philanthropy is a data-driven, outcome-oriented approach to giving that moves beyond traditional “checkbook charity.” While traditional
CSR & Regulatory Framework
Social Stock Exchange (SSE) – India
What it means? The Social Stock Exchange (SSE) is a specialized segment of existing stock exchanges (BSE and NSE) in
CSR & Regulatory Framework
12A & 80G Registrations
What it means? In the Indian social sector, 12A and 80G are the twin engines of financial viability. While they
CSR & Regulatory Framework
FCRA (Foreign Contribution Regulation Act)
What it means? The Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) is the primary legislative framework in India that regulates the acceptance
CSR & Regulatory Framework
CSR-1 Registration
What it means? Form CSR-1 is the mandatory electronic registration required by the Ministry of Corporate Affairs (MCA) for any
CSR & Regulatory Framework
Schedule VII (CSR Permissible Activities)
What it means? If Section 135 is the “engine” of CSR, Schedule VII is the “navigation map.” It is the
CSR & Regulatory Framework
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) – Section 135
What it means? Section 135 is the “legislative heartbeat” of corporate giving in India. In 2026, it has shifted from