The CPB Foundation is a non-profit charitable trust engaged in promoting photographic art, meaningful socio-cultural discussion and educational activities. Active around the year, the Chennai Photo Biennale is its primary activity.

The Goethe-Institut is the cultural institute of the Federal Republic of Germany with a global reach and at present 159 institutes in 98 countries. It promotes knowledge of German and encourages international cultural exchange. It has been deeply entrenched in public engagement projects.

The Hindu, a household name in Chennai, known for its relentless encouragement of the arts, has lined up a few initiatives to support the cause of photography along with the CPB.