Driving Impact Through Collaboration: Highlights from CNK’s CSR & NPO Newsletter – December 2024
In a world where lasting social change remains one of the greatest challenges, collaboration between corporates, nonprofits, and regulatory bodies is proving vital. The December 2024 edition of the CNK CSR & NPO Newsletter sheds light on India's evolving CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) ecosystem, offering valuable insights into impactful initiatives, regulatory developments, and the collective drive to
build a better society.
This inaugural issue is especially relevant in the context of India’s pioneering CSR mandate, which saw over ₹30,000 crores contributed by more than 24,000 companies in FY 2022-23. The report dives into key sectoral allocations—from healthcare and education to rural development and gender empowerment—and explores how these initiatives are transforming lives, enhancing team morale, and promoting community-led growth.
Key highlights include:
Top CSR impact areas: Healthcare access, educational empowerment, and value-based youth development.
Regulatory updates: New disclosure norms for the Social Stock Exchange (SSE) and calls for FCRA and tax exemption reforms.
Inspiring stories: Real-life impact through mobile clinics and civic awareness programs.
Keywords: CSR in India, nonprofit advisory, social impact, CSR regulations, SSE reporting, FCRA simplification, corporate philanthropy.
Whether you’re a CSR leader, nonprofit professional, or regulatory stakeholder, this edition offers thought- provoking takeaways and a clear reminder—it truly takes a village to create meaningful change.
Stay tuned as we dive deeper into each section in the upcoming posts, unpacking the implications of these developments for your practice or business.
