CSR & Impact Assessment
From spend to significance
CSR has evolved from simple charity to creating shared value. It now aligns with business purposes to drive measurable social outcomes. At SAGE, we help organizations transition toward this strategic model. Our CSR and Impact Assessment services move you beyond compliance-based spending. We design strategies rooted in local context and national priorities. Our team ensures every initiative reflects your organization’s unique ethos.
We support companies in moving towards shared value creation. This CSR and Impact Assessment ensures every rupee invested generates community benefit. Our approach is anchored in the SDGs and Schedule VII guidelines. We co-create strategies that are inclusive and evidence-based. This combined focus meets both boardroom and beneficiary expectations. We help you identify high-impact focus areas for your investments.
Our team designs theory of change models to guide your programs. This specialized CSR and Impact Assessment establishes robust measurement frameworks. We ensure your program delivers what truly matters to society. From grassroots engagement to boardroom imperatives, we guide the entire transition. Strategic insights turn social data into a source of stakeholder trust. Ultimately, a professional CSR and Impact Assessment ensures your social investments are built to last.
FAQ's
How is impact different from outputs in CSR?
Outputs measure activities (e.g., number of trainings), while impact measures long-term change (e.g., increased income, improved health).
Can we align CSR with our business goals?
Yes. Strategic CSR links community benefit with sector strengths or workforce development, enhancing shared value.
Do you help with project identification?
Absolutely. We support need assessment, partner evaluation, and local stakeholder consultations to shape programs.
Can you evaluate impact of past CSR projects?
Yes. We use customised frameworks that blend qualitative and quantitative tools to assess long-term outcomes.
Do you align with government or SDG priorities?
We map your CSR efforts to Schedule VII, SDGs, and NITI Aayog thematic goals for relevance and visibility.
What we Offer
CSR strategy aligned with Schedule VII, SDGs, and company values
Scenario analysis using IPCC models and pathways
Social impact assessment using outcome/impact indicators
Theory of Change, logframe, and M&E framework development
Impact communication and Board/CSR Committee support
Our collaborative process:
Needs assessment and strategic fit
Analyse local development needs and align them with company strengths.
Program design
Develop interventions with clear objectives, partners, and indicators.
Implementation advisory
Support partner onboarding, compliance monitoring, and course correction.
Impact assessment
Use mixed-method tools to evaluate changes on the ground and at system level.
Board and Stakeholder communication
Prepare concise narratives and visuals for compliance, investor relations, and public reporting.
Outcomes you can expect:
Context-aligned CSR strategy
A strategic CSR roadmap tailored to your sector, values, and community needs.
Compliant and purposeful programs
Initiatives that meet legal requirements while achieving deeper outcomes.
Impact evidence
Quantified and qualitative understanding of changes created, with real stories from the field.
Frameworks for monitoring
Logframes, scorecards, and ToCs to guide your future programs and impact tracking.
Board-ready documentation
Presentation-ready outputs for internal governance and external reporting.
Where are you on your CSR & Impact Assessment journey?
Whether you are formalising CSR strategy, seeking to course-correct, or measuring long-term change, we help you move from compliance to contribution through purpose-led, data-driven programs.
Our approach
We embed rigour, empathy, and strategy into CSR design and evaluation. Our frameworks balance measurable outcomes with community realities and align with national priorities and stakeholder expectations.
Why choose SAGE for your CSR Impact Assessment?
We bring strong grounding in development practice, systems thinking, and impact strategy, helping you build CSR that goes beyond giving to deliver systemic, lasting change.
