Responsive Philanthropy in Mumbai: Corporate Sector and Social Justice Philanthropy

Jogdand & Bansode investigate corporate philanthropy in Mumbai, assessing the alignment between Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives and social justice objectives. They find that while some firms adopt socially-oriented funding approaches, a majority of CSR activities remain largely transactional. The authors advocate for deeper stakeholder engagement and significant reforms in CSR practices within the Indian context to move towards more impactful social justice philanthropy. The study highlights the need for corporate giving to address root causes of inequality and engage in self-reflection to enhance accountability to the public they aim to serve.