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India Philanthropy Alliance launches fourth annual India Giving Day
The campaign, themed #PowerOfUs, will highlight the Indian American diaspora’s role in driving India’s development goals; nonprofits must apply by Oct. 31 to participate.
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Staff Reporter - Thu, 02, Oct 2025
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Logo of India Giving Day by the India Philanthropy Alliance (IPA) / Courtesy: India Philanthropy Alliance
The India Philanthropy Alliance (IPA), a U.S.-based network of nonprofit and charitable organizations, has opened registration for its fourth annual India Giving Day, scheduled for March 13, 2026.
This year’s campaign is centered on the theme #PowerOfUs, spotlighting the Indian American diaspora’s contributions toward India’s development in line with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals adopted by the United Nations in 2015.
Launched in 2023, India Giving Day is modeled on community giving days across the United States but is unique for its national scope and exclusive focus on supporting nonprofits working in India.
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Participation and contributions have grown rapidly since the campaign began. Donor numbers increased from just over 1,000 in 2023, contributing $1.3 million, to nearly 2,700 donors giving $8.8 million in 2025.
Acknowledging the growth, Alex Counts, executive director of IPA, said that Indian American philanthropy has surged in recent years, with India Giving Day playing an important role.
“We are excited to take India Giving Day to the next level this year,” Counts said. “Now we must build on and accelerate that momentum to help more people and ecosystems thrive in India through supporting the best nonprofits in India, and arguably in the world.”
The campaign will once again feature dozens of vetted organizations across sectors, including education, healthcare, livelihood development, women and children’s welfare, elder care, and environmental sustainability.
Deepak Raj, chairman of IPA and national co-chair of India Giving Day, said, “One of the greatest benefits of India Giving Day to our supporters is that we offer a trusted platform with organizations that have been carefully vetted and are working in nearly every field of interest and concern.”
Sejal Desai, co-chair of the India Giving Day Steering Committee, pointed to collaboration as a strength of the initiative. “There is a wonderful spirit of solidarity among participating organizations, with some of them hosting collaborative events that feature the work of multiple organizations,” she said.
Organizers are encouraging Indian American families to consider contributions of $100 or more during the campaign period, beginning March 1 and culminating on March 13. IPA leaders suggested that broad participation at this level could potentially double the impact of ongoing nonprofit work in India.
Manisha Bharti, the CEO and global executive of Pratham USA, highlighted the participation of youth in the initiative, stating, "Last year, hundreds of youth and young professionals took part in our campaign, with support from the Youth Leadership Council, and we expect even greater participation this year."
India Giving Day is backed by a Steering Committee of IPA board members and staff, along with national co-chairs, ambassadors, and the Youth Leadership Council.
Sponsors include the MacArthur Foundation, Jain Family Foundation, Avestar Capital, Sehgal Foundation, Wadhwani Impact Trust, Ujala Foundation, and the Raj Family Foundation.
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