Philanthropy possesses the potential to be a transformative force in advancing a more just and equitable future. At CPID, we are deeply engaged in exploring how this potential can be realised. The development and dissemination of research that illuminates and informs effective philanthropic practices is central to our mission at the Centre.
The Philanthropy for Inclusive Development Initiative (PID), conceptualised and hosted by CPID at ISDM, is a joint effort by philanthropy support organisations, philanthropic organisations and social purpose organisations to address persistent social issues by shifting to a more inclusive development-focused approach for greater impact.
The PID initiative is a collaborative approach that includes:
A comprehensive review of the current philanthropy landscape to identify gaps and opportunities.
Leveraging systems thinking tools to explore the interactions between key stakeholders and uncover the challenges hindering philanthropy’s impact.
Guidance from an expert advisory group, featuring notable organisations such as Dasra, Forbes Foundation, CRY, Educate Girls, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) representatives.
Development and testing of a PID principles framework with 37 philanthropies to refine its application.
A Collaborative Approach
The initiative includes Effective Philanthropy through an Inclusive Development Lens: Insights and Good Practices from Philanthropic Organisations - a report that outlines the Six-Point PID Framework to guide philanthropies on their journey toward more inclusive practices. It features inspiring case studies highlighting best practices and provides a curated list of resources for further exploration.
This is a continuously evolving effort, and we welcome feedback to address study limitations and enhance the resources available on the PID platform. We invite you to share your stories and resources with us. Write to us at [email protected].
A collective initiative to unite diverse philanthropy actors, breaking barriers to maximise impact.
A shared platform for resources and tools from diverse organisations, enabling easy access.
The Six-Point PID Framework helps philanthropies of all sizes reflect on practices and identify transformative steps.
Showcasing leading philanthropies through case studies, best practices, and convenings to inspire systems change.
The PID Initiative will host resources and tools developed by diverse philanthropic organisations, serving as a common platform to enable easy access to resources that can help embed the six PID principles.
The Assistive Funder Toolkit, developed by The Bridgespan Group as part of the Pay-What-It-Takes (PWIT) India Initiative is aimed at providing a simple way for funders to assess their grantmaking practices on the five PWIT principles to promote strong, resilient nonprofit partners and amplify their impact.
Assistive Funder Toolkit
As part of our commitment to advancing effective philanthropic practices, CPID plans to take the following actions in collaboration with philanthropic organisations, philanthropic support organisations and thought leaders.