Every social change journey begins with a spark — a desire to give back in ways that matter. For many families in India, philanthropy has been deeply personal yet quietly practised. GivingPi was born out of the idea that generosity can achieve far greater impact when shared, nurtured, and supported with the right ecosystem.
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As India’s first invite-only family philanthropy network, GivingPi creates an exclusive and trusted space for philanthropic families to come together, connect and collaborate. Incubated by Dasra, one of the country’s leading strategic philanthropy foundations, the initiative is designed to harness not just the will to give, but also the collective wisdom of those giving.
At its heart, GivingPi is a hub — offering curated learning opportunities, peer networking, bespoke advisory, and knowledge insights. Members of the network have access to convenings and events crafted to foster meaningful dialogue and connection, allowing families to strategise and shape their giving journeys with clarity. The idea is simple: when philanthropists learn from each other, collaborate across issues, and share best practices, the ripple effect of their giving can transform entire communities.
Meet the team
Giving Pi, on LinkedIn
Shibani Gosain, Executive Director
Prachi Pal, Curator & Editor-in-Chief
Arundhati Misra, Creative Director
The name itself offers a hint into the vision — a circle (pi) of giving that expands outward, uniting families through a shared purpose. By providing a platform that blends relationships, learning, and action, GivingPi aims not only to accelerate family philanthropy but also to normalise conversations around giving in India.
Anchored in Dasra’s two decades of experience in scaling social impact, GivingPi benefits from strong institutional backing, sectoral expertise, and networks that span philanthropists, NGOs, and policymakers. Yet, its true strength lies in the relationships it builds among members who care deeply about leaving a legacy of positive change.
In a world where generosity is often private, GivingPi transforms it into a living, breathing community of practice. It is where families discover that they are not alone in their commitment, and where their combined actions can spark far-reaching transformation for India’s most vulnerable communities.
