You know as well as we do, that in this increasingly challenging world, it takes a lot of effort to educate and empower children who belong to the marginalised, unrecognised and ignored segments. Our work has succeeded in creating socially responsive, self-reliant communities that work together to create safe environments for children as well as sustainable change through collective participation.
Two decades of Fourth Wave Foundation
Fourth Wave Foundation turns 20!!! And our work is evidence that ‘children thrive, grow and find meaning for life in the context of a healthy and inclusive community.’
Children find a sense of community at school, home, playgrounds, or in the backyards. Fourth Wave Foundation nurtures mindfulness, helping young adults and teens grow emotionally, intellectually, and physically through their relationships and communities. Healthy communities provide supportive social networks, safe spaces, and opportunities for well-being, leading to improved physical and mental health outcomes. Our evidence-based community development projects create lasting benefits for children, fostering a sense of belonging essential for identity and social inclusion in the society.
Diana Vincent, Founding Director
People
Diana Vincent
Founder, Director
C C Joseph
Executive Director
Ashwin Mahesh
Advisory Board Member
C Balagopal
Advisory Board Member
Raja Shanmugam
Advisory Board Member
Swarup B R
Advisory Board Member
Vasanthi Srinivasan
Advisory Board Member
Credentials
80G
All donations in the name of Fourth Wave Foundation are deductible under section 80G of the Income-tax Act 1961.
12A
All contributions to Fourth Wave Foundation is tax exempt under 12AA(1)(b)(i) of the Income tax Act 1961.
FCRA
Fourth Wave Foundation is registered under the section 11(1) of the Foreign Contributions Regulations Act 2010 Act and is permitted to accept Foreign Contributions
CSR -1
Fourth Wave Foundation has been registered under the Ministry of Corporate Affairs for undertaking
CSR activities
United Nation's Economic and Social Council
Fourth Wave Foundation has been awarded a Special Consultative status by the Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC) of the United Nations since 2024
Credibility Alliance
Certification:
Fourth Wave Foundation adheres to the international desirable norms prescribed for Good Governance of Voluntary organisations under Credibility Alliance Certificate Registration No CA/01/2021 - Valid from 28-01.2021 – 27.01.2026
Third party due diligence
STEP Review
TechSoup STEP Evaluation (Strengthening and Tiered Evaluation Process) conducted a very nuanced, capacity-building assessment of Fourth Wave Foundation, assigning FWF to a tier of high performance with regard to financial management, commitment to community, safeguarding the welfare and rights of beneficiaries and co-working with implementing partners. STEP is TechSoup’s advanced due diligence framework designed for deeper philanthropic engagement. A 35-year-old international non-profit network, Tech Soup operates in over 230 countries. It serves as the primary "gatekeeper" for the social sector’s digital infrastructure. They ensure that only legitimate, verified NGOs receive donated or discounted technology. They hold the world’s largest database of "qualified" non-profits.
CAF India (Charities Aid Foundation India)
CAF India (Charities Aid Foundation India), now often operating under the name OneStage, is a major intermediary that connects donors (corporate and individual) with NGOs. "CAF India Compliance" indicates a rigorous due diligence and validation process that Fourth Wave Foundation has undergone to be cleared as a "CAF India Validated Partner." This status acts as a gold standard of credibility for Fourth Wave Foundations while seeking corporate social responsibility (CSR) funding.
Grant Thornton Bharat
Grant Thornton Bharat is a prominent assurance, tax, and advisory firm with a massive footprint in India.GT Bharat acted as an Independent Monitoring and Reporting Agency (IMRA) or a "Third-Party Evaluator" for a donor to ensure that grant money provided to Fourth Wave Foundation was used effectively and legally. The positive report from GT Bharath validates the Fourth Wave Foundation’s implementation model, not just its bookkeeping. GT Bharat is a global gold standard in audit. Their Depth of Review is deep; it covers financial, legal (FCRA/CSR), and impact metrics. There is high trust as far as Donor Perception if GT Bharat validates the organisation.
Sattva Consulting
Sattva Consulting is a premier ‘strategy and impact’ firm in the Indian social impact landscape. Being reviewed by Sattva, places Fourth Wave Foundation in the list of ‘outcome-based’ organisations fit for high-value, long-term partnerships. Founded in 2009, Sattva is known for its data-led and outcomes-focused methodology, which measures not just what was done, but the actual change achieved. Certification from Sattva is considered a de facto recommendation to CSR committees of major firms across the board, signalling that Fourth Wave Foundation’s governance, financial transparency and programmatic logic meet the highest global standards.