Understanding CSR
What is Corporate Social Responsibility?
Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a concept under which companies and corporations contribute towards social welfare, environmental sustainability, community development, education, healthcare, animal welfare, and other charitable causes for the betterment of society.
In India, CSR activities are governed under Section 135 of the Companies Act, 2013. Eligible companies are required to spend a certain percentage of their profits on approved social welfare activities and projects that create a positive impact on society.
CSR encourages corporations to become socially responsible and actively participate in improving the lives of people, protecting the environment, supporting underprivileged communities, and promoting sustainable development.
CSR Applicability
Which Corporations Fall Under CSR?
As per the Companies Act, 2013, CSR provisions are applicable to companies that meet any of the following criteria during any financial year:
- Companies having a net worth of ₹500 crore or more
- Companies having an annual turnover of ₹1000 crore or more
- Companies having a net profit of ₹5 crore or more
Such companies are required to allocate at least 2% of their average net profits from the preceding three financial years towards CSR activities.
CSR obligations apply to:
- Private Limited Companies
- Public Limited Companies
- Multinational Corporations operating in India
- Large Business Groups and Enterprises
- Certain Foreign Companies operating in India
These corporations may support registered NGOs, charitable trusts, social welfare organizations, environmental initiatives, educational projects, healthcare programs, animal welfare activities, and rural development projects under CSR.
Social Services
Social Services Covered Under CSR
Education & Skill Development
- Education for underprivileged children
- Scholarships and vocational training
- Digital literacy and skill development programs
Healthcare & Medical Support
- Medical camps and healthcare initiatives
- Support for hospitals and treatment facilities
- Mental health and rehabilitation programs
Women & Child Welfare
- Women empowerment initiatives
- Nutrition and child development programs
- Support for orphanages and childcare centers
Environmental Sustainability
- Tree plantation drives
- Water conservation projects
- Renewable energy and environmental protection initiatives
Rural & Community Development
- Village development activities
- Sanitation and clean drinking water projects
- Community welfare programs
Animal Welfare & Animal Shelter Services
- Animal rescue operations
- Animal shelter and rehabilitation services
- Medical treatment for injured and abandoned animals
- Feeding and care programs for animals
- Veterinary support and infrastructure development
- Awareness programs related to animal welfare and protection
Animal Welfare
Animal Shelter Services Under CSR
Our organization is actively involved in animal welfare and animal shelter services dedicated to the rescue, treatment, rehabilitation, feeding, and protection of injured, abandoned, and needy animals.
The services provided by our Animal Shelter contribute directly towards social welfare, environmental balance, compassion towards living beings, and community awareness regarding animal protection and care.
Under the permitted CSR activities and social welfare initiatives recognized by the Government of India, donations and support towards animal welfare projects, animal shelters, veterinary care, rehabilitation services, and related humanitarian activities are eligible under Corporate Social Responsibility.
CSR contributions received by our organization are utilized for:
- Rescue and rehabilitation of injured and abandoned animals
- Medical treatment and veterinary support
- Shelter maintenance and infrastructure development
- Animal feeding and daily care activities
- Emergency rescue operations
- Public awareness and animal welfare campaigns
