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Insights library

Guides, sector playbooks, geography, compliance, and strategy — so Indian NGOs can decide where to go next and who to go with. Search, filter by segment, or browse by category. Also see pages for your role (ED, fundraising lead, board) and state CSR guides.

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Fundraising Strategy

Why a Researched Funder List Beats Spray Outreach

In a crowded funding cycle, NGOs win by understanding funders first — then connecting strategically.

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CSR Funding

How to Find CSR Funders for Your NGO

A systematic approach to identifying and shortlisting CSR companies aligned with your mission and geography.

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Trends

CSR Funding Trends in India 2026

Where corporate CSR money is flowing, which sectors are growing, and what it means for NGO pursuit.

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CSR Companies

Top CSR Companies in India

Structured overview of major CSR spenders — focus areas, geographic priorities, and typical project sizes.

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Outreach

How to Approach CSR Companies for Funding

Practical outreach — finding the right contact, crafting your pitch, and following up without being pushy.

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Funding Strategy

NGO Funding Sources in India: Complete Guide

CSR, foundations, government schemes, international funders, and individual giving — compared for Indian NGOs.

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International Funding

International Funding for Indian NGOs

How to access grants from international foundations and agencies — with compliance context.

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Compliance

Foreign Contribution Compliance Guide for Indian NGOs

Registration, renewal, annual returns, bank accounts, and staying compliant with the latest amendments.

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Proposal Writing

How to Write a CSR Proposal

Step-by-step structure, budget framework, and common mistakes when writing CSR proposals.

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Concept

What is NGO Funding Intelligence?

The difference between a funding database and funding intelligence — and why research depth matters.

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Concept

Funding Intelligence vs Database Search

Why searching a database is not the same as having intelligence — and what it means for outcomes.

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Sector: Education

CSR Funding for Education NGOs in India

Which companies fund education, what sub-themes they prioritize, and how to position your NGO.

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Sector: Healthcare

CSR Funding for Healthcare NGOs in India

CSR spending on healthcare, key funder segments, and how health NGOs can identify fit.

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Sector: Environment

CSR Funding for Environment & Climate NGOs

The growing environment and climate CSR portfolio and how environmental NGOs can access it.

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Sector: Livelihood

CSR Funding for Livelihood & Skill Development

Why livelihood and skilling is a major CSR category — and how to find the right funders.

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Sector: Women

CSR Funding for Women Empowerment NGOs

Corporate commitments to women's empowerment and how women-focused NGOs can position themselves.

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Geography

CSR Spending by State in India

How CSR spending is distributed across states — and why geography matters for your strategy.

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State Guides

CSR Funding by State — Full Hub

Eight state guides plus education, healthcare, and livelihoods pages for each state.

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State · Maharashtra

CSR Funding in Maharashtra

HQ-heavy CSR corridor — researched shortlists and sector paths for NGOs working in Maharashtra.

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State · Karnataka

CSR Funding in Karnataka

Technology and services-linked CSR with strong foundation activity around Bengaluru.

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State · Tamil Nadu

CSR Funding in Tamil Nadu

Manufacturing and services CSR with consistent programme activity across the state.

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State · Gujarat

CSR Funding in Gujarat

Industrial and energy-linked CSR near operations and headquarters.

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State · Delhi NCR

CSR Funding in Delhi NCR

National HQ corridor — high decision-maker density and high proposal volume.

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State · Telangana

CSR Funding in Telangana

Growing CSR tied to Hyderabad's technology, pharma, and services economy.

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State · Odisha

CSR Funding in Odisha

CSR often linked to mines, plants, and large in-state projects.

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State · Bihar

CSR Funding in Bihar

High development need with thinner HQ presence — shortlist funders diversifying geography.

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