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Anuradha Gupta

Anuradha Gupta

Mumbai

Summary

Fundraising leader with a successful history at Sampark Foundation, increasing CSR contributions from ₹5 Crores to ₹60 Crores. Proficient in corporate partnerships and stakeholder management, delivering consistent growth through strategic collaborations. Experienced in impact reporting and team leadership, promoting teamwork to improve program development and achieve measurable results.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Vice President & Chief Resource Mobilisation Officer

Sampark Foundation
11.2018 - Current
  • Scaled CSR Funding: Spearheaded national-level corporate fundraising, increasing annual CSR contributions from ₹5 Crores to ₹60 Crores over six years, fueling organizational expansion and sustainability.
  • Program Expansion: Successfully expanded Sampark’s education programs from 70,000 schools in 4 states to 200,000+ schools across 8 states—impacting over 2 crore children across India.
  • Consistent YoY Growth: Achieved a 40% year-on-year fundraising growth by building long-term strategic partnerships with corporates, foundations, and public sector enterprises.
  • Strategic Alignment with Leadership: Worked directly with the founders to ensure alignment of fundraising priorities with Sampark’s vision, mission, and long-term strategic goals.
  • Corporate Partnerships: Secured multi-crore, multi-year CSR funding by forging high-impact partnerships with Fortune 500 companies and top Indian PSUs.
  • Cross-functional Leadership: Led cross-functional teams (M&E, Programs, Communications) to develop compelling pitch decks, theory of change frameworks, and high-quality impact reports.
  • Stewardship & Donor Retention: Maintained an 80%+ donor renewal rate through robust stewardship plans, regular impact updates, and personalized donor engagement.
  • Advocacy & Representation: Represented the Foundation at national CSR platforms, industry events, and government policy dialogues, building visibility and trust among stakeholders.

Head – Corporate Partnerships (West)

Smile Foundation
07.2016 - 10.2018
  • Managed and expanded a robust corporate donor base across Maharashtra and Gujarat.
  • Oversaw the Mumbai office and fundraising team, successfully achieving regional revenue targets.
  • Created new partnership channels through cause-marketing campaigns and CSR-led events.

National Sales Head

Habitat for Humanity India
04.2015 - 06.2016
  • Developed fundraising strategies from schools and corporates for shelter and housing programs.
  • Represented the organization at national forums to build brand and donor visibility.

Senior Manager – Business Development

Magic Bus India Foundation
08.2010 - 02.2015
  • Generated institutional and individual donor support through sports-based community engagement programs.
  • Facilitated partnerships, built donor trust, and created measurable impact frameworks.

Associate Partner – Sales

Aspire Human Capital
04.2008 - 07.2010
  • Drove employer partnerships for skilling programs and managed end-to-end sales process with corporate HR teams.

Business Development Manager

U21 Global
01.2006 - 12.2007

· Led the successful execution of diverse marketing plans aimed at attracting corporate business and individual customers for high-value programs.

Generated new business with marketing initiatives and strategic plans

Branch Manager, Mumbai

ICFAI University
01.2004 - 12.2006

· Effectively managed a team of 8 individuals, strategically directing their efforts to maximize business revenues. Fostered a collaborative and high-performance work environment to achieve collective goals.

Developed and executed strategies to expand existing customer sales

Branch Manager

SSI Ltd.
01.2001 - 12.2004

· Executed diverse marketing plans for the company, employing targeted strategies to tap into prospects based on their class and preferences.

Orchestrated various events to create maximum brand visibility

Assistant Branch Manager

NIIT Ltd.
01.1999 - 12.2001
  • · Spearheaded comprehensive branch operations, ensuring seamless and efficient processes. Managed diverse aspects of daily operations to optimize functionality.

Education

B.A. -

Mumbai University

M.B.A. -

Symbiosis

Skills

  • Strategic fundraising
  • Corporate partnerships
  • Key account management
  • Cross-sector collaboration
  • Team leadership
  • Stakeholder management
  • Government liaison
  • Donor communication
  • Impact reporting
  • Program development
  • Co-creation

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 04/02/78

Professional Affiliations Highlights

  • Represented Sampark Foundation at national CSR conferences and policy roundtables.
  • Part of strategic fundraising consortiums and think tanks for education and skill development.
  • Recognized for successfully raising unrestricted and multi-year grants from Fortune 500 companies.

Professional Snapshot

Strategic and purpose-driven fundraising professional with 26+ years of progressive leadership experience in the development sector and education industry. Proven track record in corporate fundraising, strategic partnership development, donor relationship management, business development, and stakeholder engagement. Adept at designing and leading large-scale fundraising initiatives, building high-performing teams, and aligning CSR priorities with organizational goals. Strong communicator and collaborator, passionate about social equity and innovation in the education space.

Timeline

Vice President & Chief Resource Mobilisation Officer

Sampark Foundation
11.2018 - Current

Head – Corporate Partnerships (West)

Smile Foundation
07.2016 - 10.2018

National Sales Head

Habitat for Humanity India
04.2015 - 06.2016

Senior Manager – Business Development

Magic Bus India Foundation
08.2010 - 02.2015

Associate Partner – Sales

Aspire Human Capital
04.2008 - 07.2010

Business Development Manager

U21 Global
01.2006 - 12.2007

Branch Manager, Mumbai

ICFAI University
01.2004 - 12.2006

Branch Manager

SSI Ltd.
01.2001 - 12.2004

Assistant Branch Manager

NIIT Ltd.
01.1999 - 12.2001

B.A. -

Mumbai University

M.B.A. -

Symbiosis
Anuradha Gupta