HCL Technologies , through its corporate social responsibility arm HCL Foundation, recently celebrated a significant milestone in its commitment to rural development in India. The foundation's flagship initiative, HCLTech Grant, completed its 10th year, showcasing a decade of transformative impact across rural India.

A Decade of Impact

Since its inception in 2015, the HCLTech Grant has made substantial contributions to rural development:

Environmental and Social Impact

The program has achieved significant environmental and social milestones:

Expanding Horizons

As HCLTech Grant enters its second decade, the foundation has announced a significant increase in its commitment:

• 45% increase in annual outlay to ₹24 crore for the 11th edition
• Focus on Water, Biodiversity, Education, and Healthcare categories
• ₹5 crore grant for each winning NGO (four-year project)
• ₹50 lakh grant for eight runner-up NGOs (two-year project)

Roshni Nadar Malhotra, Chairperson of HCL Technologies, emphasized the program's success in driving grassroots change and empowering NGOs. She stated, "Our focus now is on scaling the impact of the projects, expanding into new areas and investing in research and digital monitoring."

Dr. Nidhi Pundhir, Senior Vice President of Global CSR at HCL Technologies and Director of HCL Foundation, highlighted the transformative power of NGO partnerships, noting that "The true impact goes beyond numbers — it is seen in restored dignity and transformed lives."

The HCLTech Grant's success is a testament to the power of corporate-NGO partnerships in driving sustainable development. As it moves forward, the initiative aims to continue its mission of creating lasting positive change in rural India, setting new benchmarks for corporate social responsibility programs.

For more information on the HCLTech Grant and its impact, visit hclfoundation.org/hcltech-grant.

HCL Technologies , a global technology leader, has announced the third edition of its Climate Action Grant in the Americas program, allocating $1 million to support innovative climate solutions across ten countries. This initiative, part of a larger $5 million commitment over five years, aims to foster biodiversity restoration and sustainability efforts in the region.

Program Details and Impact

The Climate Action Grant program, launched in 2023, has already made significant strides in its first two editions:

Expanded Reach

The third edition of the program will extend its impact to ten countries:

• Argentina
• Brazil
• Canada
• Colombia
• Costa Rica
• Guatemala
• Mexico
• Panama
• Peru
• United States

Application Process

Eligible non-profits can apply for the grant through the following timeline:

• Application Portal Opens: October 24, 2025 (International Day of Climate Action)
• Application Deadline: January 24, 2026
• Winners Announcement: June 5, 2026 (World Environment Day)

HCLTech's Sustainability Credentials

HCLTech's commitment to sustainability extends beyond this grant program. The company has received several recognitions for its efforts:

• 'Gold' rating for advanced sustainability performance by EcoVadis
• Inclusion in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2024 (third consecutive year)
• 98% 'Platinum' rating for owned buildings by the Green Building Councils

Company Overview

HCLTech continues to be a major player in the global technology sector:

Dr. Nidhi Pundhir, Senior Vice President of Global CSR at HCLTech, emphasized the program's significance: "The diversity of ideas and the passion driving these projects reaffirm our belief that innovation and collaboration are key to shaping climate action."

For more information about the HCLTech Climate Action Grant in the Americas and the application process, interested parties can visit americas-grant.hcltech.com.

As HCLTech continues to expand its sustainability initiatives, this grant program represents a significant step in the company's commitment to addressing global climate challenges through local, innovative solutions.