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India Giving Day raises $9mn for 36 nonprofits
The initiative witnessed overwhelming support from the India-American community and other allies
India Philanthropy Alliance logo / India Philanthropy Alliance website
The third annual India Giving Day, which was celebrated on Mar.14, successfully raised nearly US$9 million from 2,691 donors in a remarkable display of transitional philanthropy and global solidarity. The funds will empower 36 nonprofit organizations to help propel India’s development across various sectors, including healthcare, education, livelihood enhancement, environmental sustainability, and animal welfare.
The India Philanthropy Alliance gave rise to India Giving Day to accelerate India’s progress on critical human development and ecological issues. It aims to elevate the quality and impact of donations to organizations affecting meaningful change in the world’s most populous nation.
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Vibha inspired the greatest number of donors (384) for the second consecutive year, followed closely by the Heart-to-Heart Foundation (369), and Vicente Ferrer Foundation (347). Alex Counts, Executive Director of the India Philanthropy Alliance, said the extraordinary generosity demonstrated by thousands of people on India Giving Day underscores the profound dedication of the Indian diaspora to India’s future. “We are elated by the substantial impact of this year’s fundraising efforts, which will significantly bolster initiatives that are driving tangible improvements across India.”
It should be noted that the 36 nonprofits are engaged in diverse fields that resonate with India’s developmental priorities. Their vision was championed by 400 volunteer fundraisers and dozens of community hosts who organized India Giving Day events, collectively driving transformative change, from expanding educational opportunities and healthcare access to promoting sustainable practices throughout India.
With the unwavering support of its sponsors and donors, India Giving Day is set to further grow the size, impact, and joyfulness of American private philanthropy to India.
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