Philanthropy in FY25: A Snapshot
The EdelGive Hurun India Philanthropy List 2025 highlights a growing wave of charitable giving. It ranked 191 philanthropists who together donated ₹10,380 crore during FY25. The list also notes that 24 women were among those donors, underlining a gradual rise in female participation in major gifts.
Key numbers at a glance
- Total donors: 191
- Total donations: ₹10,380 crore (FY25)
- Women donors: 24
- Top causes: Education, healthcare, environment
Where the money went
Education, healthcare and the environment emerged as the top three focus areas. These sectors commonly attract large-scale, long-term investments because they promise measurable social returns—better schooling outcomes, stronger public health and renewed ecosystems that support sustainable livelihoods.
Why these causes matter
- Education: Funding often targets access, quality and skills development, aiming to improve opportunities across generations.
- Healthcare: Donations support infrastructure, preventive care and outreach, critical for resilient communities.
- Environment: Increasingly urgent, environmental giving backs conservation, climate mitigation and sustainable practices.
Gender and giving
The presence of 24 women on the list is notable. While still a minority among large donors, this representation points to more women stepping into high-impact philanthropy—either through family foundations, personal wealth or leadership roles in giving networks.
What this means for the sector
The scale of donations—more than ₹10,000 crore—signals strong private support for public causes. For NGOs and social enterprises, this trend can create opportunities to scale proven solutions. For philanthropists, it highlights the importance of strategic giving that measures outcomes and encourages partnerships across the public and private sectors.
Looking ahead
As philanthropic flows grow, expect sharper focus on transparency, impact measurement and collaborative models. Donors and organisations that align resources with evidence-based interventions will likely drive the most meaningful change in the years ahead.