Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a strategy undertaken by companies to not just grow profits, but also to take an active and positive social role in the world around them. To achieve such goals, companies and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are joining forces.

Measurable results can be achieved through business-NGO partnerships, as long as they are designed and executed properly. Partnering with an NGO can help a company address issues that it may not have the expertise or resources to manage on its own.

Inclination towards social responsibility & contribution to sustainable development is fast becoming the mark of distinction for global brands.

Mallen Baker-writer, speaker and CSR expert-defines Corporate Social Responsibility as a strategic act, "a way companies manage the business processes to produce an overall positive impact on society." Integrating social, environmental and ethical responsibilities into the governance of businesses ensures their long term success, competitiveness and sustainability.

India has become the first country to mandate CSR; the ministry of corporate affairs has notified Section 135 and schedule VII of the Companies Act 2013, which includes the provisions of the Corporate Social Responsibility Policy to come into effect from April 2014. By the effect of which every company which either has a net worth of Rs 500 crore or a turnover of Rs 100 crore or net profit of Rs 5 crore, needs to spend at least 2% of its average net profit of preceding three years on social responsibility activities.

CSR- Fulfill the CSR goals with IDA Foundation by supporting high-impact programmes and activities in education, environment, sanitation, hygiene, health, healthcare, skilling, counseling (career and psychological and motivational), women empowerment and many more.

Inclination towards social responsibility is fast becoming the mark of distinction for global brands. CSR shows a company’s dedication to sustainability, philanthropy, and community engagement. Customers like to do business with socially responsible organizations and enhance brand equity by boosting sales, profits, and goodwill.

Companies can achieve the CSR goals with IDA Foundation by supporting high-impact programmes and activities in education, environment, sanitation, hygiene, health, healthcare, skilling, counseling (career and psychological and motivational), women empowerment and many more.

CSR can make organizations look more attractive to applicants and prospective employees. Employees often prefer to work for companies that demonstrate a commitment to social responsibility.

CSR- Fulfill the CSR goals with IDA Foundation by supporting high-impact programmes and activities in education, environment, sanitation, hygiene, health, healthcare, skilling, counseling (career and psychological and motivational), women empowerment and many more.

Organization’s CSR initiative increases employee’s intentions to stay with the company and they see their own future and success tied to company’s success.

CSR Activities opens the door to improve skills and even realize untapped leadership potential of employees.