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Evidence-based perspectives on philanthropy, effective giving, and high-impact non-profits in India.
How Your Donation Can Save and Improve Lives?
Every year, millions of people ask themselves how they can make a difference in the world. While volunteering and personal lifestyle changes matter, one of the most powerful actions anyone can take is...
Different Types of Philanthropy in India and How to Choose the Right Approach
India’s tradition of giving is centuries old. Practices such as daan, dasvandh, zakat, and sadaqa continue to shape cultural and religious life. At the same time, modern philanthropy in India is being...
High Impact Philanthropy: Transforming Giving into Measurable Change
High impact philanthropy is an approach to giving that emphasises measurable change, strategic decisions, and long-term results. It moves beyond donating based on emotions or tradition, and instead fo...
Giving Circles: How Can Philanthropists Collaborate to Donate Better?
Giving circles, also known as funding circles, are groups of philanthropists who collaborate to support various causes. The primary aim is collaboration. Instead of donating in isolation, members of...
Tax Benefits for Donations: Maximize Your Savings with 80G Tax Exemption
Contributing to charitable causes is not only a noble act but also offers significant tax exemptions on donations in India. The Income Tax Act provides substantial relief through Section 80G and...
Philanthropy Framework: A Guide to Strategic and Impactful Giving
Most philanthropists approach giving the wrong way. They respond to whatever organisation asks, write checks based on emotions, and have no systematic method for measuring impact. This reactive...
Setting up a family foundation? Here are some things to consider
Creating a family foundation represents one of the most significant philanthropic decisions you can make. But most families approach this process without understanding the critical decisions that...
Indian Philanthropy: A Growing Force for Global Change
Indian philanthropy is experiencing remarkable growth. Ultra-high-net-worth individuals donating more than Rs 100 crore annually have increased from just two in 2018 to over 18 today. Shiv Nadar...
Why Does India Rank 118th in World Happiness Report? What Can We Do About It?
India’s rank in the 2025 World Happiness Report is 118th out of 147 countries. Concern is a valid response here. Despite India’s status as one of the fastest-growing major economies, India's rank in...
Why You Should Donate to Nonprofits | Make a Real Impact Today
Millions of Indians donate each year, hoping to make a difference. But despite good intentions, most donations fail to reach their potential. The truth is that most donations do very little, and...
How to Reduce Carbon Footprint: Simple Steps Everyone Can Take
Climate change is on everyone’s minds, and it is hard not to notice the changes. The weather is becoming erratic, sea levels are rising rapidly, people are switching away from petroleum-based...
Iron Deficiency Anemia: Challenges & Opportunities for Impactful Giving
Anaemia seems like an almost omnipresent health challenge around the world. It is not something we hear about often, yet it affects many people - over 2 billion globally. Despite being such a...
Lead Poisoning in India: The Hidden Crisis Affecting Half Our Children
At Impactful Giving, we believe in solving big problems with smart philanthropy. Few problems in India today are as large, as solvable, and as neglected as childhood lead poisoning. The numbers are...
Impact Investing: Exploring High Impact Investments and Their Benefits
Impact investing is gaining popularity as a way to align capital with purpose. But is it really the most effective way to do good? This article explores what impact investing is, how it works, and...
Evidence Based Philanthropy: Maximizing Impact with Data-Driven Giving
At Impactful Giving, we have learned that good intentions alone aren't enough because true philanthropy is a healthy mix of compassion and strategy. As the philanthropy landscape evolves, more donors...