Civil society organizations play a pivotal role in fostering "collective private action for the public good". What challenges do they face in local resource mobilization (LRM) and corporate funding through corporate social responsibility (CSR)? Also, suggest measures.

CSO as per both Amman are "THIRD SECTOR" that can be leveraged for PUBLIC action. Role PLAYED: 1. PUBLIC action and awareness ex: PRATHAM NGO report in education 2. Bring SOCIAL driven volunteer ex: FEED INDIA 3. Role as FIRST responder ex: in Cyclone Vayu 4. SUSTAIN grassroots connect ex: RELIANCE foundation

ISSUES in Fund mobilization: 1. RECENT FCR a few funds 2. Lack of CAPACITY for FUND efficiency 3. Limited Public funds 4. CSR codification has led to junction of Foundation by corporate ex: TATA Trusts 5. CBI only 10% able Return SOLUTIONS: 1. Implement policy on VOLUNTARY sector 2. VIJAYA Kumar committee recommended NATIONAL digital platform of NGO 3. Social stock exchange ex: SKILL impact bonds 4. Public authority under RTI for mega NGO 5. Filial Annual report hence CSOs & NGOs must be FINANCIALLY self sustainable