Organization: Social Venture Partners (SVP) India
Theme: Livelihoods | Employment | Income Generation | Healthcare | Disability/Special Needs | Waste Management
Description: SVP India provides financial grants and hands-on mentoring support to NGOs, primarily in livelihood, employment, and income generation. Beyond funding, SVP partners act as mentors — offering strategic guidance, skills, and network access worth an estimated 3–5x the financial support. Chapter focus areas vary by city (Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi NCR, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai, Pune).
Eligibility: Valid 12A & 80G certificates
At least 3 years old
Projects based in one of SVP's chapter cities
Project must fall within the chosen city's focus areas
Openness to hands-on mentoring support from SVP partners
Grant Amount: ₹10–15 Lakhs per annum (plus non-financial mentoring support)
Apply by: No Deadline. Rolling / Ongoing – Submit online form (routed to relevant city chapter; due diligence takes 3–6 months)
Weblink: https://svpindia.org/get-involved/apply-for-a-grant/