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April 20, 2022
Looking East: Tapping into Southeast Asian diaspora giving
What are the myths about philanthropy in Asia, and how can we start tapping into diaspora giving?
by Aravindan Srinivasan, Naina Subberwal Batra | 5 min read
A hand reaching out to hold another on a rock. Budget 2022 can encourage citizens to donate to nonprofits
February 1, 2022
How can Budget 2022 boost donations to nonprofits?
From increasing tax exemptions to reducing reporting requirements, here are six ways in which India’s tax system can incentivise charitable donations.
by Dhaval Udani | 5 min read
A ten rupee note being exchanged from one hand to another against a blurred background with flowers. Here's what you need to know about tax exemptions, FCRA rules, and more, if you plan to raise money through a crowdfunding platform.
November 26, 2021
A guide to tax-efficient crowdfunding for individuals
Here's what you need to know about tax exemptions, FCRA rules, and more, if you plan to raise money through a crowdfunding platform.
by Dhaval Udani | 5 min read
Lightning in a dark sky. During COVID-19, the volunteer coalitions added capacity and revealed the power of the public, despite the failure of public services.
October 28, 2021
What has COVID-19 taught us about disaster response?
Four lessons from civil society’s response to the second wave of COVID-19 that can help us prepare for future disasters.
by Natasha Joshi, Sahana Jose | 5 min read
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September 27, 2021
Individual giving in India at an all-time high
The India Giving Report 2021 finds that individual donations in India went up by 43 percent during the pandemic. Other trends include a preference for local philanthropy and giving to new causes.
by IndiaSpend, Satviki Sanjay | 5 min read
the word "cancelled" in red bold font against-The Activist
September 20, 2021
Ten shows that would be better than ‘The Activist’
We know which shows we would rather watch. Do you?
by Vu Le | 4 min read
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June 28, 2021
If Shakespeare was a donor in the social sector
Quotes from the Bard reimagined as motivational posters.
by Shreya Adhikari | 2 min read
Image of a finger of the left hand on number 9 on a calculator and finger of the right hand on a while sheet_Mohamed Hassan-section 80G of income tax act
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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May 4, 2021
What does NFHS-5 data tell us about women empowerment in India?
NFHS-5 data reveals that in India, women's education and health have improved, but economic, political, and cultural aspects lag behind.
by Anurati Tandon, Vishal Kansal | 6 min read
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April 19, 2021
Overheard in the social sector: Part II
Disclaimer: These quotes are fictional, but the feelings are real.
by India Development Review | 2 min read
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