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Innovative Finance Made Simple: A Primer for Innovative Financing Instruments in India

This primer aims to demystify existing financial instruments in India, enabling and empowering social sector organizations to make informed decisions to access funding. It provides an introductory overview of innovative finance instruments, including stakeholders, processes, value propositions, applicability, and associated risks. The resource is designed to help social purpose organizations understand and navigate the landscape of innovative financing options available to them.
Innovative Finance Made Simple: A Primer for Innovative Financing Instruments in India

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