The Center on South Asian Studies (CSAS) is an Illinois-based nonprofit and federally recognized 501(c)(3). We bring together people, ideas, and institutions to create meaningful, lasting change.
We believe progress happens when individuals, organizations, and philanthropists work with shared purpose and mutual trust. Our role is to connect talent, strengthen capacity, and support leaders whose work requires thoughtful, long-term backing—especially initiatives that may not attract easy attention or funding.
We provide strategic guidance, mentorship, and practical institutional support to help ideas grow into sustainable institutions. Our work is selective by design, prioritizing lasting impact over short-term visibility.