Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Services

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Services

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is not just a legal obligation but a demonstration of a company’s commitment to social and environmental well-being. Under the Companies Act, 2013, companies meeting specified financial criteria are required to allocate a portion of their profits toward CSR initiatives. Our firm of experienced Practising Company Secretaries offers end-to-end CSR compliance and advisory services, helping businesses meet regulatory requirements while maximizing social impact and sustainability.

• 1.CSR Policy Formulation & Implementation: Designing policies aligned with Schedule VII and company priorities, with clear roles and measurable goals.
• 2. Compliance & Legal Advisory: Monitoring fund utilization, ensuring mandatory expenditure, guiding reporting, and managing unspent fund transfers.
• 3.Project Identification & Execution: Selecting impactful CSR projects, partnering with credible NGOs, planning, and monitoring project performance.
• 4.CSR Committee Formation & Support: Advisory on committee setup, roles, documentation, and transparency.
• 5.Reporting & Disclosures: Preparing annual CSR reports for Directors’ and Board Reports, filing mandatory CSR-2 forms with MCA, and auditing CSR activities.
• 6. Due Diligence of NGOs: Assessing NGOs and implementation partners for credibility, compliance, and drafting MOUs.
• 7. Advisory on Unspent Funds: Guiding the transfer or utilization of unspent CSR funds and advising on budgeting to avoid shortfalls.
• 8. Impact Assessment & Monitoring: Evaluating project outcomes and recommending improvements.
• 9. Tax Benefits Advisory: Advising on CSR-related tax exemptions and maximizing benefits under applicable laws.