REC Limited, through its CSR arm REC Foundation, has been honoured with the GEEF Global CSR Award 2026 in the category “CSR Excellence in Sports Development & Inclusion 2026.” The award was presented during the Global WaterTech Summit 2026 in New Delhi, recognising REC’s contribution to using sports as a tool for youth empowerment, social inclusion and community development.
Sports as a Tool for Youth Empowerment
The recognition highlights REC Foundation’s continued efforts to promote sports participation and create opportunities for young people across India. Through its CSR initiatives, the foundation supports aspiring athletes and works towards creating an environment where sporting talent can be identified, developed and given greater opportunities to progress.
Beyond competition and performance, REC’s sports-focused CSR programmes aim to use sports as a platform for confidence-building, inclusion and community development, particularly by enabling young people from diverse backgrounds to participate and pursue their potential.
Promoting Inclusion Through CSR
REC Foundation has positioned sports development as an important part of its wider CSR approach. By supporting inclusive participation and talent development, its initiatives seek to ensure that opportunities in sports are accessible to a broader section of society.
The award also reflects the growing role of corporate CSR programmes in supporting areas beyond traditional development interventions. Investments in sports can contribute to youth development, social inclusion and community empowerment while helping aspiring athletes pursue their ambitions.
Recognition for REC Foundation’s Social Impact
The GEEF Global CSR Award 2026 reinforces REC Foundation’s focus on creating social impact through sports and youth-focused initiatives. The recognition underscores how sustained corporate support can help strengthen sporting ecosystems while contributing to the development of a more inclusive and empowered society.
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