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NGO funding websites

Here are some notable NGO funding websites in India:

Transparency and Accountability

Many funding sites ensure transparency in fund utilization and project implementation.

Increased Funding Opportunities

NGO funding sites provide a platform for organizations to access funding from a wide range of donors.

Capacity Building

Some funding sites offer capacity-building resources, training, and technical assistance to NGOs.

CSR funding sites

Here are some CSR funding agencies that support NGOs in India:

 

1. National CSR Portal (India)

Official government portal—connects NGOs with corporate CSR mandates.
csr.gov.in NGOs of India and Funding Agencies

International Agencies Supporting Indian NGOs

  1. USAID India – Supports projects in health, gender equality, democracy, and economic development.
    usaid.gov ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  2. Ford Foundation – Global philanthropic organization funding social justice, education, and arts in India.
    fordfoundation.org ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  3. UNICEF India – Funds child rights, health, and nutrition through NGO partnerships.
    unicef.org/india ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  4. European Union Delegation to India – Supports human rights, climate, and educational projects.
    eeas.europa.eu ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies


Major Indian CSR Foundations & Corporate Trusts

  1. Tata Trusts – Long-standing support for healthcare, education, rural development, livelihoods.
    tatatrusts.org ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  2. Azim Premji Foundation – Focuses on educational reform and learning systems.
    azimpremjifoundation.org ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  3. Infosys Foundation – Invests in healthcare, education, rural development, arts, destitute care.
    infosys.com/infosys-foundation InfosysWikipedia

  4. Reliance Foundation – Supports rural transformation, health, education, cultural and community development.
    reliancefoundation.org Wikipedia

  5. Adani Foundation – Engaged in education, healthcare, sustainable livelihoods, and infrastructure.
    adanifoundation.org The Times of Indiangosindia.com

  6. Mahindra Group (Rise for Good) – Focus areas: women’s empowerment, education, health, environment.
    mahindra.com ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  7. Wipro Foundation – Supports education, healthcare, environmental sustainability, and disaster relief initiatives.
    wipro.org ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  8. L&T Foundation – CSR efforts in water conservation, education, health, and community development.
    lntinfotech.com/lntfoundation/ ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  9. Pirojsha Godrej Foundation – Focuses on education, health, environment, and disaster relief.
    via Wikipedia (foundation) Wikipedia

  10. HDFC Bank – Parivartan – Supports health, education, livelihoods, financial literacy and more.
    hdfcbank.com/aboutus/csr/csr_initiatives ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  11. JSW Foundation – Works in education, health, environment, livelihoods, and sports development.
    jsw.in/jsw-foundation ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  12. ONGC Foundation – CSR focus on education, healthcare, rural development, and sustainability.
    ongcindia.com ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  13. SBI Foundation – Philanthropic initiatives in community development, education, and health.
    sbifoundation.in ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  14. NTPC Foundation – Active in education, sanitation, health, and skill development.
    ntpc.co.in ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  15. Bajaj Group CSR – Funds education, healthcare, and social infrastructure programs.
    bajajgroup.org ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  16. ITC CSR – Works in watershed development, waste management, and primary education.
    itcportal.com/sustainability/corporate-social-responsibility ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  17. Tata Steel – Supports health, education, and sustainable livelihood initiatives.
    tatasteel.com/corporate/ ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  18. HUL Foundation – Focus on rural development, water, health, and hygiene.
    hul.co.in ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  19. Bharti Foundation – Dedicated to education and livelihood programs across India.
    bhartifoundation.org ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  20. GAIL – CSR programs include education, community development, and health.
    gailonline.com ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies

  21. NALCO Foundation – Supports healthcare, education, and rural upliftment.
    nalcoindia.com ngosindia.comNGOs of India and Funding Agencies


Specialized & Sector-Focused Foundations

  1. SELCO Foundation – Provides grants for sustainable energy initiatives and poverty alleviation.
    selcofoundation.org Wikipedia

  2. Smile Foundation – NGO that channels CSR funds into education, health, livelihood, and empowerment through corporate partnerships.
    smilefoundationindia.org Smile Foundation

  3. HCL Foundation – Expanded CSR budget to INR 24 crore to support grassroots development projects.
    News coverage: HCL Foundation increased funding The Economic Times

  4. SRF Foundation – Implements community-wide initiatives via partnerships with NGOs.
    Information listing in CSR foundations CSR Box


Extra Resources & Directories

  • CSRBOX – Directory listing the top 50 CSR companies and foundations in India.
    csrbox.org CSR Box

  • NGOsIndia.com – Directory offering listings of NGO funding agencies including CSR sources.
    ngosindia.com ngosindia.com

  • 1NGO CSR Directory – Catalogs CSR opportunities for NGOs, including Oil India, ONGC, NTPC, Power Grid, Maruti, and more.
    1ngo.in/resources 1ngo

Transparency and Accountability

Some funding sites offer capacity-building resources, training, and technical assistance to NGOs.

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