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Board & Governance

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

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September 15, 2021
Four ways to deal with board members who ‘don’t have the time’
Does your leadership team struggle to engage board members? Here’s what you can do.
by Aarti Madhusudan | 4 min read
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June 18, 2021
Understanding updates to Section 80G of the Income Tax Act
A recent amendment to Section 80G of the Income Tax Act introduces new compliance measures that could hinder future fundraising for nonprofits.
by Ritu Jain, Ravi Bagaria | 3 min read
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November 25, 2020
Surviving a leadership transition
Succession planning in the social sector can be difficult, but it doesn’t have to be.
by Prabhir Correa | 7 min read
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September 4, 2020
Looking to join a nonprofit board?
Here are some questions to ask yourself.
by Aarti Madhusudan | 3 min read
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August 6, 2020
The changing nature of nonprofit boards
The corporatisation of nonprofit boards is diminishing the impact civil society is able to achieve. 
by Amitabh Behar | 7 min read
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July 1, 2020
Keeping your nonprofit out of trouble
Nine things nonprofits should be mindful of when complying with CSR and FCRA regulations.
by Tanaya Jagtiani | 5 min read
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June 23, 2020
How to write a winning proposal
A tried and tested guide to successful fundraising.
by Maharshi Vaishnav, Safeena Husain | 6 min read
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February 14, 2020
Budget 2020 has bad news for the social sector
The Union Budget of 2020 has made it even more difficult to set up and run a charitable institution in India.
by Noshir Dadrawala | 3 min read
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January 22, 2020
The laws that govern India’s nonprofits
As a nonprofit working in India, here are 10 things you should know about the current legal framework.
by Tanaya Jagtiani | 6 min read
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November 27, 2019
Building better workplaces
A practical guide on moving beyond basic legal compliance efforts to make workplaces more gender-inclusive.
by Vandita Morarka | 6 min read
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