India Donates

Fosters collaboration between donors and Indian NGOs to drive transparent, effective giving for social change

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About

  • Headquarters

    Noida, Uttar Pradesh

  • Since

    2019

India Donates, part of DevPro Trust, was founded in 2018 by Dr. Sanjay Patra and Mr. Sandeep Sharma. It acts as a bridge connecting individuals eager Read moreto make a positive impact with on-ground organisations. Through an online donation platform, it facilitates transparent and secure contributions to causes of significance. India Donates collaborates with trusted Indian charity organisations, ensuring they receive essential funding, training, and support to expand their reach and influence. Its commitment to transparency and accountability extends to donors and beneficiaries, showcasing how funds are utilized. Its stringent due diligence process focuses on empowering groups that can make a substantial difference in their communities. The organisation envisions a cooperative ecosystem of leaders, reformers, thinkers, and conscientious individuals working together to drive social transformation. Its mission is to unite the nation in upholding the values of equality, fostering self-reliance among change-makers, and harnessing the collective power to empower individuals.

Programs

  • Volunteering Programme

    India Donates' Volunteering Programme is a platform where volunteers from diverse backgrounds engage in online and offline initiatives. It encourages innovation, technology utilization, and problem-solving. Volunteers gain access to campaigns, expert guidance, premium events, and flexible work arrangements. The goal is to foster a Culture of Giving in India by creating community leaders. Multiple projects, including civil society initiatives, are available for volunteers to choose from. Successful volunteers receive a Letter of Experience to acknowledge their contributions.

  • Programme for Individual Donations

    India Donates offers a Programme for Individuals, enabling them to make a difference in the lives of others. Individuals can contribute financially by supporting campaigns on the platform, bringing about positive change through their donations. Additionally, those seeking a transformative experience can volunteer their time and expertise. By engaging in this movement, individuals not only impact grassroots organisations but also broaden their own perspectives, contributing to the growth and strength of community organisations while gaining valuable insights and personal growth.

  • Programme for Corporate/Institutional Donations

    India Donates offers a Programme for Corporate and Institutions, extending the opportunity for corporate entities to actively participate in improving people's lives. It assists in partnering with reputable organisations in various thematic areas and geographical regions. This support encompasses partner identification and project monitoring and reporting. Through the Payroll Giving Programme, corporations can engage their employees in social causes by allowing them to contribute a portion of their monthly salary to multiple campaigns. Additionally, the organisation encourages cause-related marketing, where support for an NGO can be integrated into product packaging or linked to sales, offering diverse options like fundraising campaigns, co-branded merchandise, and impactful on-ground experiences through brand partnerships.

  • Capacity Building Programme

    India Donates engages in Capacity Building with its Knowledge Hub, uniting global multidisciplinary experts to craft design-thinking modules that explore innovative fundraising concepts for NGOs. This initiative offers exclusive access to a wealth of resources for NGO partners, corporate supporters, and donors. Through the Knowledge Hub, intricate fundraising techniques, programme implementation, and communication strategies are simplified into practical methodologies. It also provides valuable tools and guidelines covering compliance, governance, and the evolving legal landscape, including the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Act, Income Tax, Governance, Companies Act, Budget Updates, and more. Participants can delve into Corporate Social Responsibility in India, partake in NGO training and workshops, and acquire new research techniques and tools through an array of resources, including tools, workshops, webinars, guidelines, and more.

Leadership Team

  • Dr. Sanjay Patra

    Founder

  • Sandeep Sharma

    Founder

  • Uttama Pandit

    Head - Operations

  • Ranjit Singh

    Head - Programmes, Partnership & Linkages

Demographics & Structure

  • No. of Employees

    6-20

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    No

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Registration Details

  • FCRA

    Not Available

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

  • Headquarters

    A-5, Sector 26, NOIDA, Noida, 201301

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Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Trust