In this special festive episode of Paisa Vaisa, host Anupam Gupta sits down with Brian Almeida, founder of Points For Good, a revolutionary platform changing the face of individual giving in India. Did you know there are an estimated ₹15,000 crores worth of reward points lying unutilized in Indian wallets? Brian reveals how his platform converts your existing credit card, debit card, and employee loyalty points into cash donations for verified charities, aligning causes with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Key Takeaways:
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Massive Opportunity: Understanding the scale of unused reward points (₹15,000 Crores) and the ₹4,000 Crores worth of points issued annually.
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Simple Donation Process: A step-by-step guide on how to donate your points directly through your bank's reward catalogue (e.g., HDFC Smart Buy).
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Credible Charities: How Points For Good vets NGOs using frameworks like GuideStar and compliance checks to ensure all donations are reaching credible causes.
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Giving Culture Shift: Why tax breaks are no longer the primary motivator for retail giving, driven instead by emotional satisfaction and social purpose.
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The Future of Giving: Innovative plans like implementing an SIP for reward points and partnering with events like World Loyalty Giving Day to create a sustainable movement.
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Corporate & Gifting Solutions: How businesses and individuals can use the platform for corporate social responsibility (CSR), employee incentives, and unique gift cards for occasions like weddings.
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