Social Impact Grants
CSR Fund
Grants & Mentorship for Mission-Driven Orgs
The CSR Fund is a long-term support program intended for early-stage but post-pilot organizations. Unlike a traditional without security business loan, which creates debt, this fund provides equity-free capital. The CSR Fund Scheme and the CSR Fund work together to provide:
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Up to ₹2.63Cr
Grant Potential
Grant
Support Route
Startup
Applicant Focus
India
Application Access
Scheme Overview
What Is CSR Fund?
The CSR Fund is a long-term support program intended for early-stage but post-pilot organizations. Unlike a traditional without security business loan, which creates debt, this fund provides equity-free capital. The CSR Fund Scheme and the CSR Fund work together to provide:
Vikas Bharat helps you check fit, prepare documents and structure a complete grant-ready application file.
Why Applicants Apply
- 01
Significant Non-Refundable Capital
- 02
Strategic Capacity Building
- 03
Elite Mentorship
- 04
Global Networking
- 05
Credibility
What You Unlock
Benefits Of CSR Fund
Grant Support And Guidance To Help Innovators Build, Validate And Scale.
01
Significant Non-Refundable Capital
Grant or incentive support aligned to scheme guidelines and project evaluation.
02
Strategic Capacity Building
Mentorship and ecosystem guidance to sharpen the execution plan.
03
Elite Mentorship
Structured documentation support for portals and implementing agencies.
04
Global Networking
Pathways to pilots, market access and follow-on opportunities.
05
Credibility
Grant or incentive support aligned to scheme guidelines and project evaluation.
Who Qualifies
CSR Fund Eligibility
The CSR Fund eligibility and the CSR Fund Scheme requirements are specifically tailored for organizations that have moved past the ideation phase and have a proven "proof of concept." This ensures that the capital is deployed toward ventures that have already demonstrated a measurable social or environmental impact and are ready for professional scaling. Before you apply for CSR fund support, ensure your organization
Applicant Profile
Eligible Applicant
Individuals, startups or organisations covered under the scheme guidelines.
Project Fit
A project aligned to the scheme sector, stage and impact requirements.
Innovation Focus
A technology-led, scalable or high-impact solution where required.
Project & Compliance
Stage Readiness
Idea, prototype, MVP or early traction as specified by the programme.
Compliance
Registrations, KYC and statutory documents as applicable.
Documentation
A complete proposal and supporting file ready for agency review.
How To Apply
CSR Fund Application Process
Prepare A Complete File, Submit Through The Official Channel And Progress Through Review To Grant Support.
- STEP 01
PROCESS
Check Eligibility
2
- STEP 02
PROCESS
Prepare Documents
3
- STEP 03
PROCESS
Submit Online
4
- STEP 04
PROCESS
Evaluation
5
- STEP 05
PROCESS
Due Diligence
6
- STEP 06
PROCESS
Selection
1
Paperwork
Documents Required
Important: Vikas Bharat can help organise a complete, grant-ready documentation file.
To successfully apply for the CSR Fund Scheme, organizations must ensure the following Documents required for CSR Fund are professionally prepared:
Executive Summary - A clear overview of the organization’s mission, operational strategy, and impact.
Professional Pitch Deck - Detailing the approach, scalability potential, and social/environmental goals.
Team Profiles - CVs of the leadership team highlighting relevant experience.
Financial Projections - A 3-year budget and long-term sustainability plan.
Impact Data - Audited evidence of past pilot programs and measurable outcomes.
Registration Proof - Startup India registration certificate or NGO Registration papers (Trust/Society/Section 8).
Tax Documents - Valid 12A and 80G certificates (for nonprofits).
- What is CSR Fund?
- CSR Fund provides non-dilutive or grant-linked support to qualifying innovators, startups or organisations under its programme guidelines.
- What funding support is available?
- Selected applicants may receive support of about Up to ₹2.63Cr, subject to evaluation and scheme guidelines.
- Who is eligible to apply?
- The CSR Fund eligibility and the CSR Fund Scheme requirements are specifically tailored for organizations that have moved past the ideation phase and have a proven "proof of concept." This ensures that the capital is deployed toward ventures that have already demonstrated a measu
- What documents are required?
- To successfully apply for the CSR Fund Scheme, organizations must ensure the following Documents required for CSR Fund are professionally prepared:, Executive Summary - A clear overview of the organization’s mission, operational strategy, and impact., Professional Pitch Deck - Detailing the approach, scalability potential, and social/environmental goals., Team Profiles - CVs of the leadership team highlighting relevant experience..
CSR Fund Questions, Answered
Grant Support, Eligibility, Documents And The Application Process.
What is CSR Fund?
CSR Fund provides non-dilutive or grant-linked support to qualifying innovators, startups or organisations under its programme guidelines.
What funding support is available?
Who is eligible to apply?
What documents are required?
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