The Story
A journey of Purposeful Discourse
Conceived in 2013 by CauseBecause, Coffee for Cause began as a half-day conversation event, and has since evolved into a series of thought-provoking, multi-week engagements.
Its offshoots have been moving across diverse settings—conference halls, bookshops, schools, institutions, offices, and even the virtual space—the event has become a dynamic platform that invites participation from thought leaders and practitioners across a spectrum of fields. Each iteration continues to enrich the conversation with perspectives that are deeply relevant to the domains of social responsibility, sustainability, and social impact.
Eclectic conversations, profound impact
Over the course of eight editions and in-between off-shoots, Coffee for Cause has grown into a rich intellectual ecosystem, characterized by eclectic, multi-disciplinary discussions.
These conversations are shaped and enriched by the experiences and expertise of individuals who bring decades of knowledge, reflections, and actionable insights. By offering a platform for such exchanges, Coffee for Cause has cultivated a space where ideas evolve, are challenged, and refined—driving tangible change in the realms of CSR and environmental sustainability.
A diverse community of thought leaders
The conversations at Coffee for Cause have been elevated by the participation of key decision-makers from UN agencies, central and state government officials, corporate leaders, foundation heads, academic experts, and social entrepreneurs.
The contributions of these stakeholders, representing a broad cross-section of society, have infused the dialogue with depth and diversity, ensuring that each exchange moves beyond theoretical discourse to practical, actionable insights. It is through such inclusivity that the event becomes a powerful tool for driving real-world impact.
Memorable conversations with continuity
Much like any intellectually stimulating gathering, the conversations at Coffee for Cause are not only memorable but also designed for continuity. Participants are encouraged to return, fostering a sense of community and ongoing reflection.
With a mix of humour, candour, and inspiring dialogues, each event becomes a space for both personal connection and collective progress. It is this spirit of shared learning and commitment to action that continues to propel Coffee for Cause as a key platform for influencing the future of CSR and sustainability.
FAQs
What is Coffee for Cause all about?
The event brings together a cross-section of ‘responsible’ champions from various cause verticals for informal talks over coffee, to seriously discuss causes that matter. It is to know, converse with, and exchange ideas with people whose areas of work revolve around ‘causes’. This is a regular forum that enables conversations that go on, to build relationships and to give a boost to scattered efforts that are for one cause or the other.
How do participants benefit?
As all participants are primarily changemakers, the event provides them with a platform to interact, exchange ideas, share meaningful, impacting, and replicating models, and put the spotlight on best practices from the domain. The platform also provides networking and partnership opportunities for potential funding agencies/CSR arms of companies and non-profit organisations.
Is there a participation/registration fee?
The conversations primarily sustain through support from participating corporate and non-profit entities. While a few companies and non-profits support CauseBecause to host and sustain the conversations, some sponsor participants coffee, collaterals, and, of course, by participating and adding value to the conversations.
Do all participants have to register?
Yes. It’s always a good idea to reserve your place, let us know how you will add value to the curated conversations. Hence, registration is important.