The Centre for Asian Philanthropy and Society (CAPS) is a uniquely Asian, independent action-oriented research and advisory organization committed to maximizing private resources for doing good.

Mission and Goals
The Centre for Asian Philanthropy and Society identifies and disseminates best practices, models, policies, and strategies that can contribute to positive system change in the social investment sector across Asia.

CAPS builds shared commitment to an improved social investment sector in Asia by:

-Understanding fundamental strengths and cultural practices in Asia;
-Researching and promoting public policies that best enable the giving and receiving of private social investment;
-Working with philanthropists and corporate donors to increase the impact of their investments;
-Enhancing the efficacy of organizations that deliver social services;
-Influencing the adoption of business rigor and tools in the charitable sector; and
-Creating a regional community of stakeholders working toward these shared goals.