Naghma Mulla

CEO and Director, EdelGive Foundation

Naghma Mulla serves as the CEO and Director of EdelGive Foundation, where she has dedicated over
a decade to fostering collaborative philanthropy. Her mission is to democratise access to grants by
bringing together government, business, philanthropic, and grassroots leaders to co-design
ambitious projects. Her work emphasises creating solutions that integrate high accountability with
measurable impact, particularly for smaller organisations striving for sustainability and serving the
most marginalised and socially excluded communities in India. A chartered accountant by education,
Naghma has leveraged her financial expertise to forge valuable partnerships with diverse
stakeholders, both international and Indian.

Under Naghma’s leadership, EdelGive Foundation has transformed from a grant-making entity into a
philanthropic asset management platform. Her commitment to collaborative philanthropy and
innovative partnerships has driven this evolution, positioning EdelGive as a leader in the sector.
Naghma Mulla’s work exemplifies a blend of strategic vision, collaborative spirit, and unwavering
dedication to social justice and empowerment. Her contributions continue to create meaningful and
lasting change in the philanthropic landscape of India.