Trustee

Though he is the youngest board member, Siddharth has been closely associated with the organization for the past 10 years, driven by a deep personal connection. Mr. H.T. Parekh, his first role model, has been a significant influence on his journey.

Siddharth is an Investment/Finance professional with over 22 years of experience across the US, UK, and India, focusing on emerging markets. He co-founded Paragon Partners, an Indian mid-market growth capital Private Equity Fund, in 2015, after over 6 years at Actis. His previous roles include Investment Analyst at the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and Consultant at the Boston Consulting Group. Siddharth holds an MBA and a Master’s in International Affairs from Columbia University and a bachelor’s in Finance and Management from Wharton.

On the BCPT board since - 31.05.2016

ELIGIBITY FOR OUR GRANTS

  1. Geographic Focus: We focus on organizations serving the Mumbai area. 
  2. Scale of the Non-profit: We prioritize supporting smaller and mid-level, up-and-coming non-profits. 
  3. Community Focus: The project or program funded must benefit the 
local community. 
  4. Clear Mission and Impact: The organization must have a clear mission and demonstrate how the project will meet community needs with measurable outcomes. 
  5. Funding Approach: We prioritise funding to projects that are underrepresented and not heavily funded by larger organizations. 
  6. Regulatory Compliance: NGOs must have valid regulatory documents, ensuring adherence to legal, financial, and regulatory requirements. 
  7. Capacity Building Participation: NGOs that are part of the cohort of BCPT’s Capacity Building workshops are given priority.