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Specialized services for non-profit organizations to achieve their mission and goals. We provide strategic planning, advisory support, and compliance monitoring to ensure NPOs achieve their social outcomes and institutional sustainability.
Connected Communities
Empowering mutual support and care
Our Expertise
We offer specialized services to non-profit organizations to achieve their mission and goals through strategic planning, advisory support, and compliance monitoring.
Our Expertise Includes
Strategic Planning
Helping organizations navigate pathways to achieve success by developing strategic plans, annual plans and a robust Theory of Change.
Strengthening Programmes
Support in programme design and implementation through evidence-based approach.
Demonstrating Impact
Through robust monitoring frameworks to measure and report programme outcomes.
Showcase Success
Compelling narratives of change and best practices to showcase programme success and promote visibility for financial sustainability.
Single Window Repository
Integrated repository of information across domains of financial compliance, programme tools, monitoring frameworks and other tools and templates used by NPOs.
Continued
Exit and Transition Planning
Supporting organizations for proper closeout and transition to ensure that organization learning and legacy is preserved.
Regulatory Compliance
Registration guidance for new NPOs and compliance advisory for existing organizations to meet statutory requirements and policies.
Strengthening Leadership and Institution Building
Curated leadership programmes for NPO managers and leaders to provide skills and network to navigate the development sector.
Corporate Social Responsibility
Helping organizations to be CSR-ready, navigate sectoral CSR funding, develop implementation designs and monitor social impact targets.
Our Approach
Co-creation and collaborative action for sustainable impact
Identify "What Works"
Understand the gaps and problem areas
Co-creation of Pathway
Develop intervention plan grounded in reality
Ears to the Ground
Engage stakeholders and seek feedback
Collaborative Action
Implement processes and activities
Learning & Spreading
Create learning loops and share success
Special Offerings
Comprehensive support services tailored to meet the unique needs of every NPO
Strengthening NPO Leaders and Board Members
Educate organisational leaders and senior management on leadership, organisational management, compliance, showcasing impact, addressing conflict and project cycle management.
Regulatory and Compliance Guidance
- Assist with FCRA registration and compliance, including maintaining separate accounts for foreign funds and annual filing
- Ensure compliance with Income Tax exemptions (12A, 80G) and CSR regulations for NPOs partnering with corporates
- Provide guidance on other regulations, such as the Companies Act for Section 8 companies
Capacity Building
- Conduct workshops on financial management, governance, and impact reporting for all staff to strengthen the organisations
- Offer mentorship to refine strategies and address challenges
Additional Services
Every NPO has unique needs, and our services are flexible to accommodate specific requirements
Certification Support
Assistance with obtaining certifications
Social Impact Assessment
Undertake Social impact assessments by certified social auditor as part of CSR compliance
Social Stock Exchange Listing
Guidance for eligible entities to list on India's SSE
CSR Program Development
Design and implementation of CSR initiatives compliant with the Companies Act
Social Impact Assessment
Social Impact Assessment (Social Audit) helps to assess how well an organisation has achieved its goals and or the social responsibility benchmarks. It is an independent evaluation of the performance of an organisation as it relates to the attainment of its social goals.
CSR Compliance & Assessment
Under the amended CSR rules 2021, Social Impact Assessments (SIAs) have become an important part of the investment for the corporates. SIA will provide evidence to the company to understand the social returns of the initiative. The evidence for the evaluation is derived from the engagement with beneficiaries and all the stakeholders involved in the process of change.
Our Certification
Our team includes certified Social Impact Assessors designated to undertake Third Party independent Social Impact Assessments and provide certification.
Our Expertise
Corporate Social Responsibility
Engage with companies- public and private, businesses and foundations in the areas of Strategy, Implementation, Monitoring, Evaluation & Impact Assessment.
CSR Reporting by Organisations
Develop Impact reports to showcase outcomes and strengthen stakeholder engagement
Integrated Audit Reports
Provide integrated audit reports that will include both financial and non-financial audit and recommendations
Impact Assessment Frameworks
Support NPO's in developing and implementing monitoring and impact assessment frameworks
Baseline Surveys
Undertake baseline studies to collate and set up the benchmark indicators to monitor and evaluate the final outcomes and impact of the programme
Demonstrating Impact through Customised Solutions
Through robust monitoring frameworks to measure and report programme outcomes
Regulatory Compliance
For organisations registered or planning to register on Social Stock Exchange, conduct social impact assessments to showcase their success and enable them to widen their funding opportunities. Fulfilling CSR mandate as per the statutory compliance.
Leadership Development
Curated leadership programmes for NPO managers and leaders to help them to navigate impact assessment frameworks and provide them tools to integrate impact assessment as part of programme design.
Social Impact Assessment Standards
Social impact assessment standards refer to a set of guidelines and criteria to assess and report on the social and environmental performance. These standards aim to ensure transparency, accountability, and ethical practices in the NPO sector. The Social Impact Assessment standards are based on the SDGs and are as follows:
Eradicating hunger, poverty, malnutrition, and inequality.
Promoting health care (including mental health) and sanitation; and making available safe drinking water
Promoting education, employability, and livelihoods
Promoting gender equality, empowerment of Women and LGBTQIA+
Ensuring environmental sustainability, addressing climate change including mitigation and adaptation, forest, and wildlife conservation
Protection of national heritage, art, and culture
Training to promote rural sports, nationally recognised sports, Paralympic sports, and Olympic sports
Supporting incubators of social enterprises
Supporting other platforms that strengthen the non-profit ecosystem in fundraising and capacity building
Promoting livelihoods for rural and urban poor including enhancing income of small and marginal farmers and workers in the non-farm sector
Slum area development, affordable housing, and other interventions to build sustainable and resilient cities
Disaster management, including relief, rehabilitation, and reconstruction
Promotion of financial inclusion
Facilitating access to land and property assets for disadvantaged communities
Bridging the digital divide in internet and mobile phone access, addressing issues of misinformation and data protection
Promoting welfare of migrants and displaced persons
The relevant Social Impact Assessment Standards should be chosen according to the activity (social project) that is being assessed.
Influencing Public Policy by NPOs in India
Empowering NPO's to influence public policy, engage with policymakers, and navigate the policy landscape while maintaining compliance with regulations like the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act (FCRA) and the Companies Act.
Why Policy Advocacy Services?
Policy advocacy is essential for NPOs to shape laws, regulations, and public policies that align with their mission and benefit their communities. However, many NPOs face challenges in this area, including limited expertise, resources, or access to policymakers.
Strategic Planning
Tailored strategies for specific policy goals
Policymaker Engagement
Direct interactions with government officials
Amplify Your Voice
Drive meaningful policy change and strengthen your organization's impact.
Our Comprehensive Expertise
Advocacy Strategy Development
- Policy landscape analysis
- Tailored advocacy roadmap
- Stakeholder mapping
- Clear goals and messaging
Policymaker Engagement
- Government official meetings
- Communication strategies
- Lobbying technique training
- Relationship building
Policy Brief Development
- Data-driven briefs
- Global standards alignment
- Sector-specific customization
- Actionable recommendations
Network Building
- NPO collaboration
- Civil society connections
- Advocacy group alliances
- Collective influence
Media & Public Outreach
- Media strategy development
- Press release assistance
- Social media campaigns
- Public awareness building
Monitoring & Evaluation
- Policy development tracking
- Impact assessment
- Progress reporting
- Strategy adjustment
Capacity Building
- Conduct workshops on advocacy techniques, policy analysis, and stakeholder engagement
- Offer ongoing mentorship to strengthen the NPO's advocacy capabilities
Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure advocacy activities comply with FCRA, Income Tax Act, and other regulations
- Provide guidance on maintaining transparency and accountability in advocacy efforts
Understanding NPO Policy Advocacy Needs in India
NPOs in India face unique challenges when engaging in policy advocacy
Complex Policy Landscape
Navigating India's multi-layered governance system, from local panchayats to national ministries, requires specialized knowledge.
Resource Constraints
Many NPOs lack the expertise, time, or networks to engage effectively with policymakers.
Sector-Specific Issues
Advocacy strategies must be tailored to specific sectors, such as education, healthcare, or environment.
Regulatory Compliance
FCRA compliance is critical for NPOs receiving foreign funding, with over 20,000 NPOs losing licenses due to non-compliance.
Competitive Ecosystem
With over 3.3 million NPOs in India, standing out requires compelling policy briefs and strong stakeholder relationships.
Our Solution
We address these challenges by providing tailored, action-oriented solutions that empower NPOs to influence policy effectively while maintaining compliance and transparency.
How NPO Circles Work
Simple steps to join a supportive community and start making meaningful connections.
Join or Create
Find an existing Care Circle that matches your interests or create a new one for your community.
Connect & Share
Meet fellow members, share your story, and discover how you can support each other.
Care & Grow
Participate in regular check-ins, offer support, and celebrate each other's milestones.
Social Stock Exchange
With the purpose to unlock the potential of blended funding for social enterprises, the Social Stock Exchange was set up in India in 2022. Currently set up as a separate portal under the NSE and BSE, the Social Stock Exchange act as a bridge between donors and organisations working towards social outcomes.
Platform Overview
Organizations listed on SSE can be for-profit-organizations (FPEs) and not-for-profit-organizations (NPOs). The platform serves as a comprehensive ecosystem for social enterprises seeking funding and impact-driven investment opportunities.
For-Profit Organizations
FPEs seeking social impact funding
Non-Profit Organizations
NPOs expanding funding sources
Our Expertise
End-to-end support for organizations leveraging SSE platform for fundraising and impact measurement.
Our Comprehensive Services
Platform Promotion
Special webinars and workshops to share information on SSE across the country to expand the current pool of organisations registered on the SSE.
Capacity Building
Customised trainings for organisations on how to navigate the SSE platform effectively.
Learning from Leaders
Develop a toolkit based on the successful journey of organisations who have successfully navigated the SSE.
SSE Readiness Assessment
Understand the sector specific landscape and assess NPO readiness with mentoring support to become SSE ready.
End-to-End Services
Provision of services across all stages: Pre-listing, Listing, and Post-listing support.
Compliance Management
Undertake statutory processes, prepare disclosure documents and reports, provide Third Party undertaking for SSE registration.
Annual Impact Reports
Prepare comprehensive Annual Impact Reports detailing the measurable impact of social enterprises, helping organizations demonstrate their value to stakeholders and investors.
Impact Metrics
Stakeholder Engagement
Success Stories
Supporting NPOs & Social Organizations
Empower your organization with our comprehensive NPO services to create greater community impact.
Complete NPO Service Packages
Comprehensive service for local & International NPOs operating in India with compliance & finance.
- NPO Registration & Compliance
- Financial Management
- Program Evaluation
- Social Stock Exchange Services
Impact Investment Preparation
Specialized package to prepare NPOs for impact investments with comprehensive support and regulatory compliance.
- Investment Readiness Assessment
- Financial Projections
- Investor Documentation
- Impact Measurement Framework
Policy Advocacy Package
Empower your NPO to influence public policy, engage with policymakers, and advocate for social justice causes.
- Policy Strategy Development
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Coalition Building
- Media & Public Outreach
Ready to Join a NPO Circle?
Take the first step towards building meaningful connections and creating a supportive community around you.