With a mission deeply rooted in fostering economic inclusion for marginalized communities, Centum Foundation actively bridges the rural-urban divide. Its initiatives are designed to be scalable and replicable, ensuring a broad and lasting impact. The foundation’s focused approach spans Employment-linked Skill Development, Livelihood, Education, Environment, and Rural Development; aiming to strengthen communities across India and pave the way for a more inclusive and prosperous future. With a portfolio of over 80 CSR projects, Centum Foundation has partnered with leading organizations including Mahindra & Mahindra, HDFC Bank Parivartan, Accenture, Cognizant, Capgemini, UNICEF, HCL Foundation, UNDP, IRCTC, Mahanagar Gas Limited and many others, to drive significant and meaningful change. The foundation has empowered over 300,000 beneficiaries across India, with a special focus on empowering women and vulnerable categories; through skilling, upskilling, and assisting with livelihood opportunities. The foundation has garnered recognition for its profound impact, evidenced by numerous prestigious awards such as the Brandon Hall Group Gold Award for ‘Best Advance in Social Impact Innovation’, ‘Best Advance in Diversity & Inclusion Innovation’, ‘Best Initiative for Philanthropy and Corporate Giving’, as well as the Global CSR Excellence Award for ‘Community Development Program’ and ‘Women Empowerment Program.’