Access to quality healthcare remains a major challenge for Bharat. Medoplus Services Private Limited, a recent addition to the ACT For Health portfolio, is addressing this gap with an innovative phygital solution that connects patients to affordable, quality care. Their community-driven approach is paving the way for a scalable healthcare model that can transform Bharat. We’re proud to support Medoplus in reimagining healthcare access for millions across the nation! 💫 Neeraj Chandra Prakash Bakshi Shekhar Yerramilli #CoFoundersOfSocialChange #ACTForHealth
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About us
ACT is a non-profit venture philanthropy platform that is built upon the premise that an entrepreneurial mindset, technology & innovation and collective action have the power to create meaningful social impact at scale. We are driven by a bias for action to catalyse social change through collaboration across the board – startup founders, VCs, industry experts, NGOs, government stakeholders as well as the public at large. Our grants are given as seed capital to incubate and accelerate innovations that have demonstrated ability to address some of India’s most complex social needs. In addition to providing funding, we work with our grantees on their strategy as well as operations and help them harness the strength of our collective – through best-in-class industry mentorship that can enable them to build sustainable organisations.
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https://actgrants.in/
External link for ACT
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Bangalore, Karnataka
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2020
- Specialties
- Education, Health, Environment, Climate Action, Gender Inclusivity, Grants, Collective Action, Venture Philanthropy, Social Impact, Social Change, and Social Entrepreneurship
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Bangalore, Karnataka, IN
Employees at ACT
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Geetanjali Pasi
Energy Industry leader (ex Shell) | Digital Transformation | Strategy | Environment Sustainability Carbon | Climate Finance | Diversity champion
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Starlene Sharma
Planting Seeds for a Greener Planet!
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Mekin Maheshwari
Udhyam Learning Foundation
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Prashanth Venkatesh
Marketing & Sustainability @ Unilever | Climate Action | Angel Investor & Advisor
Updates
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In our latest #UnHerd episode, Bindu Ananth, Founder, Dvara Health Finance, talks to Anam Sherwani (Manager, ACT For Health) about how a shift in approach allowed her team to successfully improve healthcare outcomes for Bharat. The shift from a health savings account to a subscription model provided tangible benefits like doorstep health worker visits, vital checks, and affordable generic medicines. It transformed healthcare from a financial concept into a real, accessible service that resonated deeply with customers and improved their vitals on an everyday basis. 🎧 Episode out now. Tune in for more insights! 🎙️ Spotify: https://lnkd.in/gGHFmEbU 📹 YouTube: https://lnkd.in/gSEDAGTG 📜 Click here to read the transcript: https://lnkd.in/gB_aVfaj #CoFoundersOfSocialChange
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We're thrilled to support The/Nudge Institute for the Digital Naukri Challenge! This groundbreaking initiative invites innovators to reimagine employment for women in Bharat—creating sustainable, digital-first opportunities that empower women to work on their terms without compromising their lives. Whether you're a for-profit, non-profit, hybrid, or social enterprise, if you're enabling work opportunities for women across Bharat, this challenge is for you! With a prize of INR 6.5 Cr, the Digital Naukri Challenge is your chance to make a real impact for millions of women in Bharat. 📅 Application deadline: December 29, 2024. Click here to know more and apply: https://lnkd.in/gQ_2PzJT
𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝗼𝗳 𝘄𝗼𝗿𝗸 𝗶𝘀 𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲—𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗶𝘁 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝘁 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 Work as we know it doesn’t work for everyone. For millions of women across India, traditional job models are inaccessible, leaving untapped potential in every corner of the country. But what if work wasn’t about where you go, but what you can achieve—on your terms? The Digital Naukri Challenge powered by Mphasis F1 Foundation aims to unlock employment opportunities for millions of women across India—without having to leave their homes or compromise their lives. We’re looking for innovators who can design sustainable solutions that empower women to balance ambition and agency while broadening the possibilities of digital employment. Ready to build resilient livelihoods for India's women, and earn a prize purse of INR 6.5Cr as well? Learn more about the Digital Naukri Challenge and apply now: https://bit.ly/4eF4fuj #digitalnaukrichallenge #TheNudgePrize #FutureofWomenInWork
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In our latest #UnHerd episode, Bindu Ananth, Founder, Dvara Health Finance, shares her journey of tackling rural healthcare challenges and offers advice for founders navigating similar systemic issues. She suggests ⭐️ knowing one’s user and their realities thoroughly ⭐️ recognising and leveraging your own strengths as a team ⭐️ treating social impact and rural healthcare as a marathon, not a sprint. Hear more about these insights and lessons on this month’s episode of #UnHerd, releasing tomorrow! #CoFoundersOfSocialChange #SocialImpact #PublicHealth
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It’s time to guess the next #UnHerd guest! 🎙️ She’s a trailblazing social entrepreneur tackling one of Bharat’s toughest challenges—ensuring access to affordable, quality preventive healthcare in underserved areas. With a background in finance and a career which started at ICICI, she has served on three RBI committees and is now leveraging her expertise to bridge healthcare inequities. Can you guess who she is? Share your answers in the comments below! ⬇️ The episode drops this Friday—don’t miss it!
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We’re thrilled to welcome Alt Carbon to our #ACTForEnvironment portfolio! As one of India’s early movers in Enhanced Rock Weathering (ERW), they're capturing CO₂ by applying basalt, which is rich in magnesium and calcium—to agricultural lands. This groundbreaking process locks CO₂ in stable carbonates for thousands of years, while enhancing soil health and boosting crop yields. We’re proud to support their innovative carbon sequestration process as well as the development of D-CAL to drive transformative, scalable change. The Darjeeling Climate Action Lab (D-CAL) is an advanced MRV (measurement, reporting, and verification) facility designed to reduce credit costs and provide cost-efficient solutions for the broader ERW ecosystem. Click here to learn more about Alt Carbon and ACT’s role in their journey: https://lnkd.in/gpKMGEfT Sparsh Agarwal Shrey Agarwal #CoFoundersOfSocialChange
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#OralCancer remains one of the most common and deadliest cancers in India, with late detection often leading to fatal outcomes. Atom360, an #ACTForHealth portfolio company, is leveraging its patented AI solution to tackle this challenge head-on. Through a simple smartphone app, Atom360 analyses images of the oral cavity to detect oral cancer early—empowering healthcare providers and underserved communities with accessible and accurate diagnostics. Watch this video to learn how Atom360 is revolutionising access to early and affordable life-saving oral cancer detection across Bharat. Rizma Banu Reuben Fernandes #CoFoundersOfSocialChange
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We’re thrilled to welcome Khushi Baby to the ACT For Health portfolio! Their Community Integrated Health Platform (CHIP) empowers health workers, partners, and governments with data-driven decision-making tools to strengthen primary healthcare. By streamlining data collection, managing payments, and enabling real-time tracking, Khushi Baby’s innovation enhances efficiency and equips Bharat’s healthcare system to meet its needs. Click here to know more about Khushi Baby’s solution: https://lnkd.in/gPGv5NxH #CoFoundersOfSocialChange #ACTForHealth #PublicHealth
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Proud to see our portfolio startups—Deepak Rajmohan (Founder and CEO, GreenPod Labs), Manish Rathi (VP Operations, Mini Mines), and Mohammed Shahnawaz (Co-Founder and COO, Khushi Baby)—sharing their insights at the Bengaluru Tech Summit! They weighed in on what it takes to innovate for Bharat, bridge critical gaps in climate, health, and beyond, and pave the way for Bharat to take a leading role in high-tech innovation. They’re committed to helping Bharat become a hub for meaningful, high-tech solutions that can inspire progress across India and beyond. #CoFoundersOfSocialChange #BengaluruTechSummit #BuildingForBharat
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Meet the Panelists of the Session, “Revalue: Transforming the Future of Flexible Plastics” The Revalue Program is a 5-year initiative empowering innovators with the tools and financial support to address the complexities of flexible plastics. In this session, key stakeholders—including brands, recyclers, and funders—will come together to build end-markets for low-value plastic products, create blended finance solutions, and change perceptions about recycled plastics. 📅 Date: November 27, 2024 🕒 Time: 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM IST 🌐 In collaboration with Intellecap Advisory Services Private Limited Be part of the movement toward a circular economy! Register now: https://lnkd.in/dD_sN2ru #CircularEconomy #PlasticRecycling #SustainableDevelopment #GreenInnovation #EcoFriendly #WasteManagement #ReduceReuseRecycle #ClimateAction #RecyclingSolutions #FutureOfPlastics #EnvironmentalImpact #CircularSolutions #WasteToWealth #ImpactInvesting #TechForGood #SustainableFuture #GreenEconomy #EnvironmentalSustainability #PlasticPollution #RecycledProducts #LowValuePlastics #ZeroWaste #BlendedFinance #InnovationForGood #ESG #EcoSolutions #WasteCircularity #ResourceEfficiency #RegenerativeEconomy #ClimateResilience #SustainablePackaging #EcoConscious #ResponsibleBusiness #PlasticCircularity #RevalueInitiative #PlasticWasteReduction #RecyclingRevolution #GreenTechnology #CleanEnvironment #ImpactEntrepreneurship #EconomicDevelopment #GlobalGoals #YouthEmpowerment #GrassrootsDevelopment #GlobalPartnerships #SocialImpact #FutureOfImpact #PurposeDrivenBusiness #GreenTech #EnvironmentalProtection #RecycleNow #PlanetFirst #SustainableIndustries #SustainableFinance #InclusiveEconomies