Workshop on Financial Management & 
Social Accountability 

We are pleased to announce the fifteenth annual “Workshop on Financial Management and Social Accountability for Non-profit and Charitable Organizations,”
held at Visthar in  Bangalore from November 24-28, 2025.

Over the past 14 years, this program has been well-attended and highly-regarded by NGOs,  Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), and other Charitable Organizations (COs).

Join us at  Visthar’s serene, eight-acre, eco-friendly campus for a comfortable and conducive learning experience.

Key Objectives
Methodology & Program Overview
Participants and Facilitators
Course Registration & Fee
  • Enable participants to understand and apply financial management concepts and tools.
  • Provide an overview of the latest provisions in Taxation laws (Income Tax, GST) and FCRA.
  • Strengthen skills in integrating finance and operations.
  • Create awareness of social accountability and internal control mechanisms.

        Methodology : Our methodology includes interactive lectures, group exercises, case studies, and practical problem-solving.

        The five-day program covers key topics with practical applications, including:

        • Financial & Programme Integration:
          Learn about financial governance, SWOT analysis, and integrating financial management with program planning.
        • Budgeting & Planning :
          Explore various budgeting approaches, cash flow forecasting, and gender budgeting.
        • Accounting Systems:
          Understand fund accounting, legal treatment of grants, accounting standards for NPOs, and how to analyse financial statements.
        • Accountability & Controls:
          Dive into social accountability, social audits, CSR, and internal control systems.
        • Legal & Tax Matters:
          Get updates on the latest changes to GST and Income Tax Acts, FCRA, and engage in case studies and an open forum on legal issues. 

        Participants
        This workshop is ideal for Finance and Programme Administrators and Executives from non-profit and charitable organizations across India. 

        Facilitators
        Our facilitators are practicing Chartered Accountants, Cost and Management Accountants, and Program Directors with decades of experience in the non-profit sector. 

        • Residential Participants: Rs.9,000 (includes course materials, boarding, and lodging).

        • Non Residential Participants: Rs. 5,000 (includes lunch and course materials).
          To register, please fill out the enclosed form and mail it with a D.D. or cheque payable to
          Visthar Trust : Online payment details are available upon request.

        Contact Us :  For further details, please reach out to: