Community-based organizations (CBOs) serve as the foundation of social development, ensuring that government welfare schemes and policies reach the most underserved populations. However, these grassroots initiatives often face significant challenges, such as limited resources and capacity, which restrict their overall impact and effectiveness.

Traditionally, India’s development sector relied heavily on funding from large corporations, multinationals, or international grant-making institutions, making it difficult for local initiatives to access necessary support. However, with the emergence of progressive policies, the rise of a dynamic middle class, and the introduction of the CSR mandate, new opportunities have emerged for CBOs to strengthen their impact and reach.

St. George’s Academy Society’s Uplifting Communities initiative is designed to support these grassroots organizations by enhancing their sustainability and reducing dependency on foreign resources. Aligned with the Government of India’s “Atmanirbhar Bharat” mission, this program focuses on empowering CBOs to operate more efficiently, scale their social welfare activities, and harness locally available resources to ensure the long-term viability of their initiatives. Through this approach, we enable community-based organizations to become self-sufficient drivers of meaningful, sustainable change within their communities.