• Paper / Report

Leading Group on Innovative Financing

  • Source : Leading Group
  • 1 April 2023
The Leading Group on Innovative Financing for Development is an informal network of states and organizations dedicated to fostering innovative financing solutions for global development. Established in 2006, it serves as a crucial forum for dialogue and exchange of best practices, promoting political commitment to instruments that have proven feasible and effective. The Group aims to mobilise new resources and stimulate action from public, private, and philanthropic actors to address social, economic, and environmental problems globally, aligning with SDG 17 on global partnerships.
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Indian Philanthropy Report

  • Source : UBS, Bain
  • 1 January 2018
This report by UBS and Bain & Co. explores the trends and evolving landscape of philanthropy in India. It examines the motivations and behaviors of Indian donors, particularly highlighting the increasing shift towards more structured and strategic giving. The report provides insights into how philanthropists can maximize their impact by adopting a “future back” approach, focusing on outcomes, and becoming active, collaborative investors rather than just funders. It aims to inspire more ambitious and strategic philanthropy for a transformed India.
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Five Myths About Impact Bonds

  • Source : Dalberg
  • 2 January 2023
This report debunks five common myths surrounding impact bonds, clarifying their nature and practical application in development finance. It explains that impact bonds are not traditional financial bonds but rather results-based financing mechanisms that link payments to the achievement of pre-defined social outcomes. The paper addresses misconceptions about new money, suitability for organizations, and risk allocation, providing a more accurate understanding of how these instruments can drive innovation and shared responsibility in social impact initiatives.
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The Ability to Build: Absorptive Capacity in the Nonprofit Sector

  • Source : Huskie Commons
  • 1 November 2023
This paper explores the concept of absorptive capacity within the nonprofit sector, examining how organizations acquire, assimilate, transform, and exploit external knowledge to enhance their performance and adapt to changing environments. It discusses the critical role of absorptive capacity in fostering innovation, improving service delivery, and ensuring long-term sustainability for nonprofits. The research contributes to understanding how nonprofits can strategically develop this capacity to leverage new information and achieve greater social impact.
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Funder Practices That Strengthen Nonprofits’ Resilience: Lessons From India

  • Source : The Bridgespan Group
  • 1 November 2023
This report identifies effective funder practices that contribute to strengthening the resilience of nonprofit organizations in India. It highlights approaches such as providing unrestricted, multi-year funding, fostering trust-based relationships, and offering non-financial support to enhance organizational capacity. The study draws lessons from Indian philanthropies and their partners, showcasing how flexible and responsive funding can empower nonprofits to innovate, adapt, and sustain their efforts in achieving social impact.
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Catalysing Capital for the Transition Toward Decarbonization: Blended Finance and Its Way Forward

  • Source : Stanford Sustainable Finance Initiative
  • 3 January 2020
This paper explores the role of blended finance in catalysing capital for decarbonization, particularly in developing countries. It reviews literature and case studies, organizing findings around themes like the evolving features of climate finance. The study examines three specific cases: GEEREF, CP3, and CI1, drawing insights from their application. It concludes by proposing a research agenda to enhance the potential of blended finance for achieving transformative impact in climate action.
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Social Finance: a Primer

  • Source : American Progress
  • 1 May 2023
This primer by American Progress introduces the concept of social finance, explaining its various forms and mechanisms for addressing societal challenges. It likely covers key instruments like blended finance, impact investing, and outcomes-based funding, demonstrating how these approaches combine financial returns with social good. The document probably discusses the potential of social finance to mobilise private capital for public benefit, outlining its benefits, complexities, and policy implications. It aims to provide a foundational understanding for policymakers, practitioners, and the general public interested in innovative funding solutions for social impact initiatives.
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When Billions Meet Trillions: Impact Investing and Shadow Banking in Pakistan

  • Source : Review of International Political Economy
  • 2 January 2019
This article argues that the rise of impact investing, particularly in Pakistan’s inclusive finance sector, serves as a means to promote shadow banking. It contends that impact investors fill financial voids created by bank regulations and channel global capital into developing countries to meet demand for yield. The study examines how this dynamic affects financialisation and development interventions in the Global South, emphasizing the imperative to measure and evaluate outcomes within this context.
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India Philanthropy Report 2023

  • Source : Bain & Company and Dasra
  • 1 February 2023
This report examines the evolving landscape of private philanthropy in India, highlighting its increasing importance in bridging the social sector funding gap. It analyses giving trends, particularly among “Now-Gen” and “Inter-Generational” givers who are moving beyond traditional preferences to focus on emerging causes like climate change and gender equality. The report emphasizes the catalytic role private philanthropy needs to play given the expanding budget deficit and increasing social sector expenditure. It aims to inspire more strategic and impactful giving for inclusive and sustainable development in India.
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Innovative Financing for Development

  • Source : Citigroup
  • 1 September 2014
This report delves into innovative financing mechanisms for development, emphasizing the need to mobilise additional resources beyond traditional Official Development Assistance (ODA). It highlights various potential mechanisms, including international taxation and novel financing initiatives, crucial for supporting development goals and addressing global challenges. The paper underscores that realizing the full potential of these mechanisms requires robust international agreement and effective governance to ensure equitable resource allocation and sustained development impact.
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