CG Foundation

How We Are Funded

A diversified, transparent funding model ensuring independence and accountability to farmers, partners and donors.

How We Generate Programme Resources

Membership Fees

Annual fees from brand members, supply chain licence holders and implementing partners form our core operational base.

Grant Funding

Multi-year grants from international development agencies, climate foundations and bilateral donors fund field programmes.

CSR Partnerships

Corporate social responsibility investments fund dedicated farmer programmes with verified impact metrics.

Certification Revenue

Programme fees from assurance and traceability fund verification activities and digital infrastructure.

Programme Co-Funding

Shared-cost models with government agencies, state agriculture departments and development banks.

Consulting Services

Advisory services to governments and industry bodies on sustainable cotton policy.

Our Commitment to Accountability

As a Section 8 non-profit, CG Foundation is subject to annual statutory audit, mandatory FCRA compliance and full public disclosure of accounts. Audited financial statements and impact reports are published annually.

  • Annual statutory audit by accredited accounting firm
  • Full public disclosure of income and expenditure
  • FCRA compliance reporting for all foreign funding
  • Board-approved annual budget and quarterly reviews
  • Independent finance committee oversight
Programme Expenditure (FY 2024)
Farmer Training & Field Programmes58%
Standard & Assurance14%
Digital Traceability Systems10%
Research & Impact Measurement8%
Governance & Administration10%

Fund the Work That Matters

Every rupee invested in CGF programmes reaches farmers directly.