In a period of accelerated transformation, skills development and education form the pillars of countrywide expansion. In India, this pace is evident: the Skill India Mission, for instance, has already trained more than 50 million youth in technology, services, and manufacturing industries. As employers, educators, and policymakers make their way through a changing economy, investing
Introduction Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) in India has touched a record high in FY 2023–24, crossing ₹35,000 crore, with total spend estimated to come close to ₹1.2 lakh crore by FY 2034–35. While this growth is impressive, significant challenges persist—particularly on transparent, fact-driven Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E). For Chrysalis Services, anchoring CSR in strong M&E is not merely strategic, it’s
Table of contents Introduction — Why impact, not just inputs, matters The regulatory frame in India What a strong CSR impact assessment looks like Common mistakes that hide the truth Practical steps: from baseline to learning loop Conclusion Description How do ₹10 crores of goodwill, thousands of training hours, and neatly ticked boxes translate into
Table of Contents Introduction: Why Monitoring and Evaluation Matter in CSR What Is CSR Monitoring and Evaluation? The Role of CSR Impact Assessment in Driving Change Case Study 1: Education Programs That Moved Beyond Infrastructure Case Study 2: Healthcare Interventions That Saved More Lives Case Study 3: Environment Projects That Scaled with Evidence Why CSR
Introduction India’s social sector is so interesting as it is growing at such a fast rate. While government spending sets the foundation for large-scale development, foundations—powered by CSR, philanthropy, and private funding, bring in the agility, creativity, and long-term thinking needed to drive deeper impact. But how do foundations make their investment decisions? How do
Corporate-NGO collaborations today can be a business game-changer for impact as well as social good. It’s not merely PR. It’s how genuine impact takes place for people and for companies. This handbook is offering practical advice for corporations to create significant, high-impact collaborations with NGOs from selecting the right partner to assessing success. Introduction People
Table of Contents Who Must Comply with the 2% Rule Priority Areas for CSR Spending Crafting a Strategic CSR Plan Implementing CSR Projects Monitoring and Measuring Impact Reporting and Compliance Conclusion – Turning CSR into Opportunity Introduction Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is not merely a buzzword in India — it’s mandatory. India is one of
Introduction Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has progressed from being a voluntary activity to a very integral aspect for corporates. This has been more pronounced in India, where CSR spending has been mandatory since 2014. As other nations embrace comparable measures, it is becoming more critical to grasp who is required to comply, which channels can
Strategic CSR versus Single Donations: What Really Matters? A staggering 92% of consumers say they feel more positive about companies that support social or environmental causes. As expectations shift, businesses are no longer judged solely on profits – but also on their purpose. But what’s the best way to give back? Should companies make quick,
CSR in India is evolving, and many good changes are taking shape. This blog discusses the major trends that will define CSR in 2025 – from shifting compliance standards to purpose-driven collaboration, measurable impact initiatives, and new employee volunteering models. If you are a CSR head, HR leader, or organization looking to make a tangible