Head – CSR, OakNorth · Social Entrepreneur
Tara Chand
From a village in Aligarh to leading global CSR —
20+ years of purpose, impacting 1.4 million lives.
CSR leader, strategist,
and social entrepreneur.
An accomplished CSR leader with over 20 years of cross-sector experience — directing over US$40 million in CSR funds, managing 100+ nonprofit partnerships, and impacting 1.4 million lives across India, UK and US.
Born in a village in Aligarh, raised in a Delhi slum, educated in government schools — his journey from marginal beginnings to global CSR leadership is defined by one constant: purpose.
Read full storyStory, education, skills, and credentials behind two decades of impact.
From CAPART to Moody's to OakNorth — the full professional timeline.
Real outcomes: 1.4M lives, $40M+ directed, AWSAR, awards, publications.
Interviews and conversations on CSR, social impact, and nutrition.
"Guidance at the right time has the power to change lives. Mentoring is even more important than giving money."
— Tara ChandHead – CSR, OakNorth &
Rishi & Milan Khosla Foundation
OakNorth
Overseeing CSR strategy and implementation for OakNorth across nutrition, education, livelihoods, and gender — building programmes that create lasting community impact.
Khosla Foundation
India Manager for Rishi and Milan Khosla Foundation. Personal philanthropic adviser to the founder — managing all personal and family giving strategy.
CSR Communications
Managing all CSR communications including social media, events, web, print, and reporting. Liaison and network with NGOs, government, industry bodies and other stakeholders.