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Amitabh Jaipuria, CEO, Accelerate Indian Philanthropy (AIP), delves deeper into the ‘The Changing Face of Indian Philanthropy’ in a recent Op-Ed Article for the Daily Pioneer. Some key discussion items include India's rich and embedded tradition of #philanthropic giving, potential for enhanced giving, innovative approaches taken by next-gen #philanthropist, and diversification of philanthropic causes. The article also underscores need for #collaborations within the ecosystem to increase the scope of giving, experimenting with newer models, integrating technology, and upscaling philanthropic initiatives to address neglected causes. Read this engaging article on how #Philanthropy can play a catalytic role in addressing crucial challenges and on the need to "give more, sooner and better". https://lnkd.in/g_AXgwt5 #SocialChange #India #socialimpact #indiagiving #CreateChange #systemicchange #systems

Philanthropy is often described as a way to give back, but we believe it’s much more than that. For our Capacity Building head, Poonam Choksi "It’s about creating real, lasting change that addresses the root causes of the challenges we face and creates an impact that outlives us." Below are some of her initial thoughts on the Wealth with Purpose report by Accelerate Indian Philanthropy (AIP) and Boston Consulting Group (BCG), that provides insights from 100 top philanthropists, detailing how private philanthropy can drive systemic change and sustainable development. "In the recent report by AIP and BCG on Wealth With Purpose, one insight stood out for me: If India’s ultra-high-net-worth individuals (UHNIs) channeled just 5% of their incremental wealth, we could unlock ₹75,500 crore annually for social good. That’s three times the government’s budget for women and child development. What would we do with that kind of capital? We could transform quality of education, revolutionize healthcare, and scale climate resilience efforts. But here’s the thing—it’s not just about the money. As our co-founder, Amit Chandra so powerfully puts it in the report: “Philanthropy is deeply personal. It’s a way of giving back to the society that helped create our wealth in the first place.” This resonates deeply with me. I’ve seen how powerful it is when giving becomes intentional—not just writing a cheque, but really thinking about the how, where, and why of every rupee spent. At our foundation, we work every day to build the capacity of individuals and organizations to think bigger and bolder, enabling them to solve problems at scale. For philanthropy to truly move the needle, the aspirations of NGOs must align with the boldness of the philanthropists supporting them. Together, we can address the sticky, systemic challenges that plague generations to come. The Wealth With Purpose report is a must-read for anyone in the philanthropic space. It shares incredible stories of philanthropists who are shifting from generosity to impact, and from charity to systems change." What’s the one thing you think philanthropy should do differently to build a better future? We would love to hear your thoughts. Read the report here: https://lnkd.in/dQ7-rj7y.

Readings on Enabling Systems Change & and the Role of Philanthropy This week in #FridayFinds, Phil Buchanan from the Centre for Effective Philanthropy writes, “Thoughtful donors and foundations reject the notion that there need be a dichotomy between strategy, assessment, evidence, and learning on the one hand and trust, listening, and flexible support on the other.” How can empathetic, trust-based funders support catalytic leaders toward systems change? Panorama Global Ankita Patel led a conversation about #CollaborativeFunding, noting, “Collaborative funds play multiple roles in translating between stakeholders – they are able to tell stories of impact and demonstrate how issues intersect and are interconnected, creating multiple entry points to engage and co-develop approaches for impact.” Meanwhile, Indian School of Development Management (ISDM) and Forbes Foundation, DESTA Research LLP and SVP India in partnership with Dasra spent some time with organk through how to overcome barriers to sustainable funding by engaging in #SystemsThinking, brainstorming on how the whole system can shift to enable the kind of intentional giving that Buchanan describes. On what a trust-based funder looks like, he says: “They recognize that trust develops over time. They embrace mutual accountability. They realize that, while the knowledge and expertise of those closest to issues should be respected, foundation staff and donors do often possess useful knowledge, too.” What do you think? #TrustBasedPhilanthropy #SystemsChange #Philanthropy #IndiaPhilanthropy #Giving

Explore how flexible funding is shaping India's development journey in this insightful opinion piece by GivingPi Member Govind Iyer. Discover why empowering NGOs with adaptable resources is key to creating lasting impact in the social sector. Read the article below to understand the transformative potential of this approach. https://lnkd.in/dvNwfegD SVP India, Give, Infosys, Warburg Pincus LLC #philanthropy #development #sustainabledevelopment #NGO #funding #impact #transformative #article

Up next in our #CelebratingPhilanthropy series, we feature Amit Chandra, Co-Founder, A.T.E. Chandra Foundation & Core Founder, Accelerate Indian Philanthropy (AIP) - a passionate advocate for impactful giving and collective action. In this video, Amit sheds light upon his journey, venturing into philanthropy exploring various aspects of giving that are - community and beneficiary centric; transform at scale; and incorporate empathy and compassion. Amit reflects on how he is known for beginning to give early, believing in the idea of giving out the majority of wealth during one’s lifetime. He strongly believes that limited capital isn’t a barrier if philanthropic engagement is systemic and collaborative, especially with the government. Based upon his guiding pillars of passion and partnerships, A.T.E. Chandra Foundation aims to play a catalytic role by fostering a supportive philanthropic ecosystem. His story is testament to change driven by vision, purpose, and the courage to think beyond boundaries.  The above clip is from an India Development Review (IDR) interview, watch the full video -https://lnkd.in/dwETzptu #Philanthropy #ImpactfulGiving #Collaboration #Community

The Dasra Philanthropy Forum (DPF), now in its 10th year, has come a long way. What began as our first philanthropy convening in New York City has evolved into a powerful platform where global philanthropists can learn about the incredible work nonprofits are doing in India. It’s a space to meet, learn, collaborate, engage in impactful giving, and share knowledge. Each DPF has uniquely showcased the remarkable work happening in India. From empowering adolescent girls and improving maternal and child health to tackling water, sanitation, and hygiene issues, and spotlighting the power of collaborations, DPFs have highlighted innovative solutions and the efforts of India’s top nonprofit organizations while encouraging better giving practices. From #NewYorkCity to #London, #Stanford, #Houston, #Bangalore, #Ahmedabad, and #PaloAlto, we’ve brought together philanthropists, nonprofit leaders, government officials, and sector experts to learn about high-impact interventions and collaborate on solving some of India’s most urgent social development problems. These gatherings have been instrumental in helping global donors and leaders truly understand the challenges and opportunities in India. It’s where their giving can be game-changing and where they can learn approaches to implement in their philanthropic efforts elsewhere. Forums like DPF are crucial as they provide a platform for the Indian voice on the global stage, especially during important events like #UNGA week. This timing underscores our commitment to bringing India’s perspective to global discussions and ensuring that the efforts and innovations from India are recognized and integrated into broader global strategies. Our hope is for DPF to become a movement for strategic #philanthropy that inspires the global donor community to take meaningful action. It’s a place to learn about diverse and innovative models for social change in India and apply these approaches to other contexts. It’s where collaboration and community are at the heart of every discussion, and where the impact is felt far beyond the event itself. We are excited to continue this journey of learning and giving and invite philanthropists from around the world and the US who are passionate about making a difference in India and beyond to join us at DPF and be part of this incredible community. For more information and to register, check out the DPF website https://lnkd.in/dAUXMG5M

This is one of my favourite events that I have been attending two years in a row. This time in Boston: Indiaspora Dasra Philanthropy forum Reflections: 1. Unrestricted capital to the not-for-profits is a game changer: I have often raised funding for projects in exchange for reach, or targeted entities that need to donate a certain $ amount. It takes so much more energy for single projects than straight up getting $ because you have a long term plan & a team for the cause. 2. Catalytic funders: Interacting with donors who have the potential to be a multiplier in terms of connections. That shows their commitment to the cause is beyond a check. (Running a not-for-profit as a startup) 3. The use of “our portfolio” in terms of philanthropy. What a cool way to use the word to describe the causes & NGOs you champion. Lastly: Because I don’t have enough capital to support causes that can create proper impact. So we give time right now as much as we can. Will shamelessly post more often on the great not-for-profits in US & India I have the pleasure to work with. @Amarswarup Foundation Young Jain Professionals (YJP) Shoutout to: Mary Ellen Iskenderian & Women's World Banking (learned a lot about their impact in India) Thanks for setting up a platform for ideas to collide. Sanjeev Joshipura

🌱 Nurturing Growth, Building Impact! 🌱 Field projects are the heartbeat of a non-profit like ours, but strong internal structures are the backbone for lasting impact. 🌏 🔍 Recognizing this, we championed the implementation of the “Grow100” program by Edelgive Foundation. This transformative initiative meticulously assessed our organization’s strengths and weaknesses across 12 critical areas, including leadership, strategy, and fundraising. 📊 Two years ago, our capacity score stood at 65.38, marking us as a “growing organization.” 🌱 🚀 Through relentless focus on all domains, we spearheaded improvements, fine-tuning our internal machinery, And now, the results are in! 📈 🌟 Our recent endline assessment reveals a remarkable 28% increase in our capacity score of 93 ! We’ve evolved into a “matured organization.” Keep an eye on this space for more updates about on our Capacity Compass. 🌟🔍 #CapacityCompass #StayTuned EdelGive Foundation The/Nudge Institute GlobalGiving Geeta Mehta Dr. Mayuri Odedra-Straub, Philanthropy Asia Alliance, India Philanthropy Alliance Bloomberg Philanthropies Co-Impact • R A C H A E L • G R A Y • A.T.E. Chandra Foundation atul satija Tech4Good Community Rohini Nilekani Philanthropies Azim Premji Foundation HCLTech GuideStar India

Shaivya and I wrote this blog piece for Histphil.org. In this piece, we have reflected on the findings from our two research reports on #HowIndiaGives and #Motivations & Barriers to Household Giving in India. To read the reports: https://lnkd.in/dY2ma2Uh