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    Best practices in nonprofit governance—from legal compliance to building strong boards and working effectively with them.

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    May 29, 2025
    What the new FCRA amendments mean
    Learn how the 2025 FCRA amendments impact nonprofits, especially those engaged in publication.
    by Centre for Advancement of Philanthropy (CAP) | 3 min read
    Given the growing importance of data in their day-to-day operations, a strong grasp of data protection laws can act as a shield for civil organisations, protecting them from potential legal challenges.
    February 12, 2025
    Data protection compliance: A guide for nonprofits
    India's data protection regulations govern how organisations handle, process, and protect personal data. Here's how nonprofits can ensure compliance with these laws.
    by Medha Garg | 11 min read
    close-up shot of a hand holding climbing gear--risk management
    October 25, 2024
    Expect the unexpected: A nonprofit’s guide to risk management
    Nonprofits face a variety of risks that can impact their operations and sustainability. Here’s a guide to navigating these risks.
    by Maharshi Vaishnav, Vijaylakshmi Saxena | 5 min read
    Forms and calculator_tax
    May 23, 2024
    What nonprofits need to know about Form 10BD
    Any organisation with an 80G certificate needs to submit a donation statement to the Income Tax Department by filling form 10BD. Here's all you need to know about the form.
    by Pacta | 4 min read
    An image of Amit Chandra-philanthropist
    March 20, 2024
    “As a philanthropist, it is your failures that shape you”
    Amit Chandra, co-founder of ATE Chandra Foundation, discusses his life as a philanthropist, speaks about his values and anxieties, and shares some lessons for his peers.
    by India Development Review | 2 min read
    a network of pure white staircases--nonprofit board
    September 8, 2023
    How to make your board more effective
    To build an effective board, the right structures and processes need to be put in place.
    by Aarti Madhusudan | 5 min read
    Documents stating tax law, deductions with paper clips_finance bill
    February 9, 2023
    How does the Finance Bill 2023 impact NGOs in India?
    Learn about the implications of Budget 2023 on trusts and other charities in India.
    by Centre for Advancement of Philanthropy (CAP) | 4 min read
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    May 12, 2022
    FCRA: The background, the myths, and the facts
    Read about the April 2022 FCRA Supreme Court ruling, and how it affects Indian nonprofits.
    by Sanjay Agarwal | 6 min read
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    March 2, 2022
    Nonprofit boards—for the founder or for the organisation?
    What does good governance look like in nonprofits that are largely founder-driven?
    by Aarti Madhusudan | 4 min read
    A page inside a typewriter with numbers and the word tax written on it. Demystifying Union Budget 2022 for nonprofits
    February 10, 2022
    How does Union Budget 2022 impact nonprofits?
    Learn about how the proposed amendments in Budget 2022 affect tax liability, tax exemption, and more, for nonprofits in India.
    by Centre for Advancement of Philanthropy (CAP) | 4 min read
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