Transparency & Governance

Commitment to Accountability, Ethical Conduct & Responsible Operations

Shree Gaurangas Foundation Trust operates with a governance-driven philosophy centred on
transparency, accountability, ethical programme execution, and responsible stewardship of resources.

As a public charitable trust registered under the Bombay Public Trusts Act, 1950, the Trust recognises that credibility, integrity, and regulatory discipline form the foundation of sustainable social impact and stakeholder confidence.

Governance Philosophy

The Trust follows structured operational principles designed to ensure that all activities remain
aligned with its charitable objectives, statutory obligations, and community-focused mission.

• Ethical and non-commercial institutional functioning
• Mission-aligned programme execution
• Accountability-focused decision orientation
• Responsible administrative and governance practices
• Respect for applicable regulatory frameworks

Financial Responsibility & Resource Stewardship

Shree Gaurangas Foundation Trust adopts prudent financial management practices aimed at ensuring
traceability, discipline, and responsible utilisation of funds.

• Systematic financial record-keeping and documentation
• Programme-linked utilisation orientation
• Activity-based expenditure tracking
• Responsible cost management discipline
• Compliance-supportive accounting practices

All financial resources are applied strictly towards advancing the Trust’s charitable and
socially beneficial objectives.

Statutory & Regulatory Compliance

The Trust operates within the framework of applicable Indian laws governing public charitable
institutions. Compliance integrity and documentation discipline are treated as core priorities.

• Trust Registration – Bombay Public Trusts Act, 1950
• Income Tax Permanent Account Number (PAN)
• 12AA Registration
• 80G Certification
• NITI Aayog Registration
• ISO Certification

Utilisation of Donations & CSR Funds

Funds received through donations, institutional support, or CSR partnerships are utilised
exclusively for programme activities aligned with the Trust’s stated mission and charitable objectives.

• Alignment with Schedule VII of the Companies Act, 2013 (where applicable)
• Programme-oriented deployment of resources
• Activity-linked utilisation discipline
• Responsible allocation and monitoring practices
• Ethical use-of-funds orientation

The Trust remains committed to ensuring that all contributions support meaningful,
community-focused development outcomes.

Documentation & Reporting Orientation

Shree Gaurangas Foundation Trust maintains an operational emphasis on programme traceability,
documentation integrity, and activity-level record preservation.

• Maintenance of programme and activity records
• Compliance-supportive administrative processes
• Responsible information management practices
• Stakeholder communication orientation
• Institutional continuity of governance

Ethical & Non-Commercial Character

The Trust functions strictly as a not-for-profit public charitable institution.
No activities are undertaken for private gain, commercial profit, or financial enrichment.

All initiatives are driven by social objectives, community welfare considerations,
and values-based institutional intent.

Institutional Integrity & Public Trust

Transparency and governance are regarded not merely as regulatory obligations, but as ethical
responsibilities essential to public confidence, donor trust, and responsible social impact.

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