Community philanthropy is rooted in local knowledge, shared ownership, and collective action to drive social change. This compendium brings together research that explores how communities across India mobilise resources, challenge power imbalances, and create sustainable impact. Through diverse case studies, these papers examine the role of community-led giving in addressing systemic inequalities, amplifying grassroots leadership, and shaping more inclusive development pathways. We invite you to engage with these insights, reflect on their implications, and contribute to conversations that strengthen philanthropy’s role in enabling sustainable and more inclusive social change at scale.