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India's social impact and philanthropy landscape is evolving as the Social Stock Exchange (SSE) framework develops new mechanisms for eligible Not-for-Profit Organisations (NPOs) and other eligible social-sector organisations to explore fundraising opportunities, strengthen transparency and demonstrate measurable social impact.
These developments bring greater attention to the requirements associated with social-sector fundraising, including registration, disclosures, minimum subscription requirements and accountability in the utilisation of funds. They also raise important considerations for corporates, CSR professionals, philanthropists and social-sector stakeholders seeking to understand the changing funding landscape.
Against this backdrop, the Bombay Chamber of Commerce & Industry presents its Annual CSR Conclave 2026 – “CSR Next: Navigating the New Social Stock Exchange Mandates.”
The Conclave will bring together senior corporate leaders, CSR professionals, philanthropists and social-sector experts to examine the evolving Social Stock Exchange framework, its implications for NPO fundraising and its relationship with CSR and corporate philanthropy in India.
Through a fireside chat and two panel discussions, the programme will address key aspects of the SSE framework, the opportunities and challenges associated with listed NPOs, and the role of corporate philanthropy from a boardroom perspective.
Understanding the Evolving Social Stock Exchange Framework
The Social Stock Exchange provides a structured mechanism for eligible social-sector organisations to explore fundraising through prescribed instruments and applicable regulatory processes. Its development has brought increased attention to organisational readiness, transparency, disclosures and the demonstration of social outcomes.
For NPOs, understanding the applicable requirements is an important consideration when assessing participation in the SSE ecosystem. For corporates and philanthropic institutions, these developments form part of a broader conversation around funding decisions, governance and the effective deployment of resources towards social objectives.
The evolving framework also highlights the importance of understanding the mechanisms available for fundraising, the requirements applicable to different instruments and the responsibilities associated with raising and utilising funds.
Annual CSR Conclave 2026 will examine these considerations through three key sessions, bringing together perspectives on the regulatory framework, NPO fundraising and corporate philanthropy.
Programme Highlights
Key Agenda Highlights at CSR Conclave 2026
The programme features three sessions examining the Social Stock Exchange framework, fundraising opportunities for NPOs and the future of corporate philanthropy.
Fireside Chat
Decoding the 10% rule and ZCZP Instruments
The fireside chat will focus on the 10% rule and Zero Coupon Zero Principal (ZCZP) instruments in the context of the Social Stock Exchange framework.
ZCZP instruments are used for eligible fundraising by social-sector organisations under the applicable framework. Understanding the relevant provisions, requirements and considerations associated with these instruments is important for organisations exploring SSE fundraising mechanisms.
The session will bring attention to the 10% rule and ZCZP instruments as part of the wider discussion on the evolving Social Stock Exchange landscape.
Panel Discussion 1
Opportunities & Challenges of listed NPOs
The Social Stock Exchange has brought new attention to the opportunities and requirements associated with NPO participation in a structured fundraising environment.
For eligible NPOs, understanding the applicable registration process, fundraising mechanisms and disclosure obligations is an important part of assessing organisational readiness. At the same time, compliance, reporting, transparency and accountability require appropriate organisational processes.
This panel discussion will focus on the opportunities and challenges associated with NPO listing on the Social Stock Exchange, including fundraising, disclosure requirements and accountability.
The discussion is relevant to NPOs exploring SSE participation, CSR professionals, philanthropic institutions and other stakeholders interested in the development of social-sector fundraising in India.
Panel Discussion 2
Future of Corporate Philanthropy: A Boardroom Perspective
Corporate philanthropy and CSR involve decisions around priorities, governance and the allocation of resources towards social objectives. Board-level consideration is an important dimension of how organisations approach corporate responsibility and philanthropic engagement.
As the social impact landscape evolves, the relationship between corporate philanthropy, CSR and emerging fundraising mechanisms presents an important area for consideration.
This panel discussion will focus on corporate philanthropy from a boardroom perspective and its place in corporate decision-making.
The session will be relevant to corporate leaders, board members, CSR professionals and philanthropic stakeholders interested in the evolving role of corporate giving in India's social impact ecosystem.
Connecting CSR, Philanthropy and Social Impact
The development of the Social Stock Exchange framework adds another dimension to discussions around social-sector fundraising and accountability. Alongside traditional CSR and philanthropic approaches, these mechanisms bring attention to organisational preparedness, transparency and the requirements associated with raising and deploying funds.
For corporates and CSR professionals, understanding these developments can inform engagement with eligible social-sector organisations and wider discussions around funding approaches. For NPOs, familiarity with the applicable framework can help them assess their readiness and the requirements associated with participation.
The relationship between CSR, philanthropic capital and SSE fundraising also raises broader considerations about how organisations can support social objectives while maintaining appropriate governance, transparency and accountability.
The Annual CSR Conclave 2026 will provide a platform for stakeholders to exchange perspectives on these developments and examine the opportunities and challenges shaping the next phase of corporate philanthropy and social impact in India.
Who Should Attend CSR Conclave 2026?
The Conclave is relevant to professionals and organisations working across the corporate, philanthropic and social sectors, including:
- Corporate leaders and board members interested in corporate philanthropy, CSR priorities and governance.
- CSR heads and CSR professionals following developments in social impact funding and the Social Stock Exchange.
- Not-for-Profit Organisations exploring applicable SSE registration and fundraising mechanisms.
- Philanthropists and philanthropic institutions interested in corporate giving and social-sector funding.
- Social-sector professionals working on fundraising, disclosures, governance and accountability.
- Eligible social enterprises and impact-focused organisations seeking to understand developments in the wider social impact ecosystem.
The Conclave offers an opportunity to engage with the issues shaping social-sector fundraising, corporate philanthropy and the evolving relationship between CSR and the Social Stock Exchange framework.
About Annual CSR Conclave 2026
Organised by the Bombay Chamber of Commerce & Industry, Annual CSR Conclave 2026 is centred on the theme “CSR Next: Navigating the New Social Stock Exchange Mandates.”
The programme will feature the following sessions:
- Fireside Chat: Decoding the 10% rule and ZCZP Instruments
- Panel Discussion 1: Opportunities & Challenges of listed NPOs
- Panel Discussion 2: Future of Corporate Philanthropy: A Boardroom Perspective
Together, these sessions will address key considerations relating to the evolving Social Stock Exchange framework, NPO fundraising, disclosure requirements and corporate philanthropy.
The Conclave will bring together senior corporate leaders, CSR professionals, philanthropists and social-sector experts to discuss developments shaping India's social impact and philanthropy landscape.
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