A PROFILE OF 30 CR EDIBLE NGOS PARTICIPATING IN KOLKATA GIVES
2015
DISABILITY
35
PERCENT OF ALL PEOPLE LIVING WITH DISABILITIES ARE CHILDREN
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HE SOCIETY SPECIALISES IN ASSISTIVE AND rehabilitation technology dedicated towards improving the quality of lives of children who suffer from various developmental disorders and their parents. The NGO intends to make the world a more inclusive place for these children with disabilities, through programmes that maximise their functionality, inspire hope and promote and well-being. Services rendered include physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech cum language therapy and remedial teaching.
Why you can trust the NGO Alipore Unmish Society was set up by Nita Diwan who had to encounter a disability in her family. Society members are motivated to provide dedicated care to each child and be supportive of parental needs.
A LIPOR E UNMISH SOCIETY Care for mentally challenged children
Mita Diwan, Founder 22 New Road, Alipore, 2nd Floor, Kolkata- 700027 E: unmish.therapy@gmail.com P: +91 8420154540
MISCELLANEOUS
38
PERCENT OF TRANSGENDER INDIVIDUALS WHO WORK FOR A LIVING
A
MITIÉ TRUST HELPS MAINSTREAM THE transgender community in West Bengal by conducting research in collaboration with the Integrated Network for Sexual Minorities (INFOSEM) and other organisations to tackle various issues faced by the LGBTHIKQ (Lesbian Gay Bisexual Transgender Hijra Intersex Koti and Queer) population. The NGO has organised health camps in each hospital of the Howrah and Hooghly districts to alleviate the harassment faced by transgender communities while availing healthcare services. The organisation had benefitted 1,800 individuals in Hooghly and 2,317 in Howrah until 2014.
Why you can trust the NGO Amitié Trust is registered as a not-for-profit organisation as per the tenets of the Indian Trust Act. Global Fund to Fight AIDS TB & Malaria (GFATM) and the West Bengal State AIDS Prevention & Control Society have been its major funding sources for projects related to AIDS prevention. Aparna Banerjee, founder trustee of this organisation is currently the Secretary of the West Bengal Eunuch Development Society
A MITIE TRUST Engaged in transgender development and welfare
Aparna Banerjee, Founder G-5B, Kailash Apartment, 23 Daw’s Temple Road, P.O. Bally, Howrah 711 201 E: amitie.trust@yahoo.co.in P: +91 7278571173
DISABILITY
50
NUMBER OF INDIANS (IN MILLION) WHO ARE MENTALLY CHALLENGED
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SHABARI BELIEVES THAT PEOPLE WHO ARE dismissed as paagol can recover and live normal lives. Ashabari does not merely talk the talk but walks the walk by rescuing the mentally ill and providing them with a home. Ashabari rescues them from railway stations and the city’s streets treats them, cares for them and eventually sends them home. In some cases, since they cannot remember where they have come from, the patients continue to stay at Ashabari. The premises has a full-time psychiatrist in attendance, helping patients recover. Ashabari is now a protective arbour for as many as 70 residents..
Why you can trust them What started with space for 20 is now a home and outdoor clinic for 70 (including 10 women) patients. There are three doctors attending to around 1500-2000 patients every month. The organisation employs a professional Chartered Accountant; all contributions are exempt under Section 80(G) of the Income Tax Act.
A SHA BAR I
(Calcutta Home of Hope) Rescuing and caring for the mentally ill
Kulickal Joseph Das, Founder Ashabari, Keorandanga, Betberia, Bishnupur P.S. 24 Parganas (S) - 743503 E: brpjdas@hotmail.com P: +91 9830109428/9163102872
ENVIRONMENT
1200
NUMBER OF LIVES IMPACTED BY THE NGO
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HE ASSOCIATION FOR SOCIAL AND Environmental Development aims at raising awareness among the local youth regarding environmental conservation. The organisation undertakes routine afforestation drives, garbage cleaning and composting initiatives, studies local plant and animal species, carries out surveys on chemical use in agricultural activities and provides solar energy to students’ hostels in the Sunderbans.
Why you can trust the NGO Registered as a Section 25 company, the NGO has had a positive impact on the lives of 1,200 student volunteers for its Green Rhino project that mobilises youth for conserving the environment. Its board includes individuals from different backgrounds, including Radha R. Basu who is currently the CEO of iMerit Global Smart Sourcing and has won numerous awards including Excelsior Leadership, Top25 Women of the Web, CEO of the Year 2000 and Leader of the Millennium.
A SSOCIATION FOR SOCIA L A ND ENVIRONMENTA L DEVELOPMENT Working in the area of environmental concerns
Diti Mookherjee, Chief Executive Officer 8 Golf Club Road, Kolkata 700 033 E: asedkol@gmail.com P: +91 33 24235100/9831153372
EDUCATION
111
MILLION (APPROXIMATELY) CHILDREN WHO WORK AS CHILD LABOURERS
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ALCUTTA SOCIAL PROJECT ENDEAVOURS TO unleash the true potential of the underprivileged and financially excluded women and children through human development services in the areas of education, shelter and nutrition. The NGO enables marginalised communities to break free of the vicious circle of inherited poverty by providing vocational education, the honing of academic skills and enabling single mothers to empower their children through education.
Why you can trust the NGO The efficacy of Calcutta Social Project can be appraised from the fact that it has been in existence for 40 years. Its programmes are monitored by government inspection officers as well as by the President, ensuring high standards of transparency and accountability.
CA LCUTTA SOCIA L PROJECT
Engaged in the education of underprivileged children
Arjun Dutta, President 114A Motilal Nehru Road, Kolkata 700029 E: ngo_csp1972@yahoo.com P: +91 9831775957
ENVIRONMENT
1.1
MILLION LITERS OF RAW SEWERAGE ARE DISPOSED INTO THE GANGA EVERY MINUTE
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ENTRE FOR CONTEMPORARY COMMUNICATION (CCC) organises awareness seminars in schools, colleges and communities focusing on climate change, the importance of growing trees in various community parks and the Maidan area of Kolkata. CCC employs Development Communication as a strategy to achieve goals, which involves the mobilisation of all stakeholders- the primary (residents) and secondary (managers, elected representatives, corporates, other organisations and institutions) to engage in a goaloriented dialogue and devising organic solutions for Kolkata pressing environmental concerns.
Why you can trust the NGO The Centre for Contemporary Communication was the brainchild of a Cornell graduate and has over the years worked with organisations like the UNICEF and DFID as well as the Government of India. Intensive monitoring and evaluation have been a hallmark of each single project that it has undertaken. Each activity is documented on its website.
CENTR E FOR CONTEMPOR ARY COMMUNICATION Works in the area of environment conservation
Mallika Jalan, Secratary 6/7A, AJC Bose Road Kolkata - 700017 E: mallikajalan@gmail.com P: +91 9831091115/ 9830154487
MISCELLANEOUS
65,000 POPULATION OF STRAY DOGS IN KOLKATA
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HHAYA LOOKS INTO ANIMAL POPULATION management by conducting vasectomy of dogs. The NGO rescues abandoned pets and injured strays followed by their treatment and rehabilitation. Chhaya’s animal hospital is possibly the most modern of its kind in the country. Chhaya also runs a number of rural self-help groups to manufacture consumer products and has created a children’s park in the vicinity of a hospital.
Why you can trust them Chhaya runs 60 kennels with four or five dogs in each. These enclosures ensure that animals can be treated in natural light. There is rat-trap bonding to ensure better thermal regulation. The infrastructure and cleanliness is at par with any premier veterinary hospital. A four-member trustee Board guarantees that all accounts are audited every year. Donations made to Chhaya are exempt under Section 80G of the IT Act.
CHHAYA Caring and rescuing stray animals
Sharda Radhakrishnan, Founder Aswathberia PO Box: Sundia Police Station: Bhangore, South 24 Parganas, West Bengal E: chhaya.sharda@gmail.com W: www.prca.in P: +91 918302 11138
DISABILITY
34
PERCENT OF INDIA’S POPULATION WITH DISABILITIES WHO ALSO WORK FOR A LIVING
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IVILAN WELFARE FOUNDATION ASPIRES TO organise the paralympic sports sector in India. As a means to this end, it has been actively involved in promoting of sports among the disabled in India. Having founded the first National Paratriathlon Association, the NGO is now engaged in the process of forming several other disability sports’ bodies. By promoting underprivileged para-athletes through scholarship programmes, CWF aim to take Indian paralympic sportspersons to new heights. The organisation has spearheaded the Right to Education campaign in Pyarabagan slum via the enrollment and monitoring of underprivileged children, it has also been working on a project to provide equal healthcare opportunities for transgender individuals. Engaged in blood donation for thalassemic children, the foundation has conducted a number of gender sensitisation programmes as well.
Why you can trust them Civilian Welfare Foundation is an NGO addressing causes that are overlooked, expense-light, high on governance and the first society formed out of a Facebook page.
CIVILIA N WELFAR E FOUNDATION Youth awareness and engagement through para-athletic tournaments
Shuvojit Moulik, President Poddar Park Govt. Quarters, Block 4, Flat 5+6, Kolkata 700 045 E: info@cwforg.com W: www.cwforg.com P: +91 9830167177/ 9062990574
EDUCATION
65
INDIA’S FEMALE LITERACY RATE (IN %)
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K TARA IS A REGISTERED CHARITABLE TRUST working relentlessly towards providing free compulsory education to girls and vocational training to women from lessprivileged backgrounds residing in the slum areas of Topsia and Tiljala in Kolkata. They have recently moved to a larger facility spread across an area of ~5,000 square feet. This facility caters to more than 385 girls and women, imparting education, vocational training and health and hygiene awareness.
Why you can trust them Donations to Ek Tara are qualified for deduction under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961
EK TAR A Education and vocational training
Sharbani Das, Project Co-ordinator 31/1 Topsia Road (South), Ward 59, Kolkata - 700046 E: sharbanid1@gmail.com P: +91 98312 89669/ 8100653335
MISCELLANEOUS
52
PERCENTAGE OF TRIBAL POPULATION BELOW THE POVERTY LINE
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RIENDS OF TRIBAL SOCIETY HAS COMMITTED itself to the empowerment and social upliftment of the indigenous population of India, by rendering educational and healthcare-related services. The flagship campaign of the FTS has been the hugely successful ‘One Teacher School’ or the Ekal Vidyalaya, which provides non-formal primary education, echoing the belief that education is the single most important factor ensuring national progress. Besides, FTS imparts vocational training with the aim of driving the indigenous populace towards the path of economic self-sustenance.
Why you can trust the NGO FTS is registered with Give India. The NGO functions across 16 Indian states through 31 chapters and has so far reached out to over 13 lac children. There is in place an intensive system for monitoring and evaluating projects on a regular basis.
FR IENDS OF TR IBA L SOCIETY Engaged in the upliftment of tribals
Ramesh Kumar Saraogi General Secratary 123/A, Harish Mukherjee Road, Kolkata 700026 E: ftsindia@vsnl.com P: +91 33 24544510/ 24544513/ 40048127
EDUCATION
3
THE NUMBER OF WOMEN IN PROSTITUTION IN INDIA (IN MILLION)
35
THE % OF WOMEN IN PROSTITUTION WHO ENTER THE TRADE BEFORE 18
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AMARI MUSKAN BEGAN TO WORK WITH THE children of women in prostitution (four to 18 years old) in the red light area of Bowbazar in October 2009. Its 175-square feet day care centre is the hub of more than 50 children in the red light area. Hamari Muskan’s objective is to build confidence and resilience amongst children so that they can be better equipped to access their right to education and escape the vicious cycle of prostitution. In addition, therapeutic sessions (play therapy, art therapy, dance movement therapy, storytelling) are conducted besides getting them admitted into mainstream schools and helping them excel in studies.
Why you can trust them Hamari Muskan has been appraised and supported by ING Vyasa Foundation. It has collaborated with Shuktara Lal, Sumit Ray and Red Curtain for theatrical workshops. It also joined hands with Kolkata Sanved for dance movement therapy sessions. Administrative costs account for approximately 10 percent of Hamari Muskan’s annual budget. Hamari Muskan is Sections 80G and 12A compliant. Regular audits are undertaken by Siddharta Mallick and Associates.
HA MAR I MUSKA N Rehabilitation of the children of women in prostitution
Srabani Sarkar, Director and Founder Secretary 81, Premchand Boral Street, Bowbazar, Kolkata 700 012 E: hamarimuskan@gmail.com P: +91 9903285207
EDUCATION
2.3
NUMBER (IN MILLION) OF PRIMARY AGE INDIAN CHILDREN NOT IN SCHOOL
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ELP US HELP THEM INITIATED ‘SCHOOL ON Wheels’, which literally took the school to underprivileged children, rather than expecting them to travel all the way. HUHT also runs a conventional school in suberban Kolkata, imparting basic education, in many cases using audio visual techniques, mainstreaming underprivileged children so that they can join government schools. The organisation employs innovative ideas such as converting a pond into a swimming pool, where street children are taught swimming. The NGO also imparts vocational training so that economically disadvantaged individuals can earn a livelihood.
Why you can trust the NGO The ‘School on Wheels’ was a first-of-its-kind initiative in Eastern India, where a mobile bus was equipped to teach 30 street children per batch. All fund allocation and usage is overseen directly by the senior management, ensuring controlled and transparency.
HELP US HELP THEM Education for underprivileged children
Mukti Gupta, Founder Mukti World, 9/3B, Gariahat Road, Kolkata 700019 E: helpushelpthem05@gmail.com P: +91 9831224029
DISABILITY
12
(MILLION) INDIAN CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES
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HE INDIAN SOCIETY FOR REHABILITATION OF Children has two wings – one for the adoption of children and the other called Madhur Muskan dedicated to children not ready to be placed for adoption and who have still not been adopted because of some handicap.
Why you can trust them ISRC operates under the aegis of the Central Adoption Resource Authority (CARA) which, in turn, is an autonomous body under the Ministry of Women & Child Development, Government of India. It follows the mandates laid down with reference to the in-country adoption of Indian children (last issued on 14th February 2006).
INDIA N SOCIETY FOR R EHA BILITATION OF CHILDR EN Adoption agency with a focus on handicapped children and those afflicted with cerebral palsy
Dr. Anita Butta, 244A, Purna Das Road, Kolkata - 700 029 P: +91 98300 94919
HEALTH
9,000
NUMBER OF CHILDREN BEING FED BY THE NGO EVERY DAY
‘Y
OU ARE WHAT YOU EAT’ WAS THE ETHOS AROUND which the ISKCON Food Relief Foundation was started. When the Government of India launched the midday meal scheme in 1994 to fight hunger and illiteracy among first generation learners, ISKCON Food Relief Foundation perceived an opportunity in providing children with the right nutrition to support their education. This organisation provides meals to nearly 9,000 children every day in 131 schools under the aegis of the Kolkata Municipal Corporation. The kitchens are equipped with cutting-edge appliances that make the process of cooking fast and hygienic. The foundation has been running its project in Kolkata since 2012; has already served more than 20 lac meals between May 2012 and September 2014.
Why you can trust the NGO The midday meal scheme is being implemented under ‘Annamrita’ meaning food as pure as ambrosia. The ISKCON Food Relief Foundation is a not-for-profit, non-religious, non-sectarian public charitable trust registered under the Bombay Public Trusts Act, 1950.
ISKCON FOOD R ELIEF FOUNDATION text to come iftment of tribals
Dauji Kripa Das, Director - Eastern Region 78/1, Bagbazar Street, KMC Community Kitchen II, Kolkata - 700003 E: dkd@voicekolkata.com P: +91 9831252226
MISCELLANEOUS
15
NUMBER OF KOLKATA’S DISADVANTAGED COMMUNITIES COVERED BY THE NGO
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PORTS FOR CHANGE’ IS THE MOTTO OF THE Jungle Crows Foundation. A vision to form a rugby team in Kolkata led to a movement where trained professional started coaching underprivileged kids to play the game. They work in 15 disadvantaged communities in Kolkata, four villages in the Saraswatipur district of Siliguri as well as with schools in Chennai, Bangalore and Dumka. Jungle Crows’ Youth Leadership projects, provide educational scholarships and support, raise awareness on important issues - however we perhaps best know them for their rugby team, the Jungle Crows.
Why you can trust the NGO This organisation fielded two teams in the 2004 Georgiadi Cup. Over the years, its men’s XV team lifted the Calcutta Cup and the Centenary Cup. Its women’s teams emerged as winners national tournaments. Passion for a single sport can usher constructive change, precisely what has been the driving force for Jungle Crows over past ten years.
JUNGLE CROWS FOUNDATION Engaged in encouraging sports among children
Paul Walsh Founder Building 112, KPT Colony, Taratala Road E: info@junglecrows.org P: +91 9830427519
EDUCATION
53
PERCENTAGE OF INDIAN GIRLS IN THE AGE GROUP OF FIVE TO NINE YEARS WHO ARE ILLITERATE
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YOTI DEVELOPMENT TRUST IS ENGAGED IN GIRL child education. Since 1993, it has directly impacted the lives of hundreds of girls, boys and women. Indirectly it has impacted the lives of thousands of people within a 100-kilometre radius of IIT Kharagpur. The NGO is located within the IIT Kharagpur campus on a six acre lot leased to it. Disha operates a residential school comprising 96 girls and 121 boys. The residential facility looks into diverse areas like healthcare, entertainment, extra-curricular activity, mainstream education and entrepreneurial skill development.
Why you can trust them The NGO attracts resources from accomplished IITians; a reputed scientist provides educational funds; a Board comprising successful alumni provides for children’s food; a celebrated professor (electrical engineering) has helped create the infrastructure. The Institute of Social Sciences (New Delhi) selected the NGO as a case study in the country’s education sector.
JYOTI DEVELOPMENT TRUST Girl child education to develop life and entrepreneurial skills
Hansa Nundy, Founder Trustee Seema Centre, Kharagpur, IIT Kharagpur campus, Near Rural Development Centre, West Bengal - 721 302 E: nundyhansa@hotmail.com W: www.jdtdisha.org P: +91 933191066
MISCELLANEOUS
30.9
PERCENTAGE OF INDIA’S RURAL POPULATION BELOW THE POVERTY LINE
K
ADAM AIMS TO COUNTER RURAL POVERTY and reverse urban migration. As a means to this end, it has mobilised resources to strengthened villagers preparedness, particularly women. Apart from providing financial aid, it also provides vocational training in dyeing and basketry to low-income groups in rural areas. Moreover, it supports local communities in selling products through exhibitions and e-commerce stores.
Why you can trust the NGO Kadam’s projects have the potential to solve rural problems like poverty, migration, gender inequality and illiteracy. The clusters supported by Kadam are evaluated after three and five years of being undertaken. Furthermore, its seamless marketing plan reconciles the needs of all stakeholders.
KA DA M
Engaged in rural youth employment
Rajesh Nath President 44B Syed Amir Ali Avenue, Kolkata 700017 E: info@kadamindia.org P: +91 33 32997958/ 9331215060
MISCELLANEOUS
11.6
NUMBER OF CHILDREN (LAKHS) WHO DIE EVERY YEAR WITHIN ONE YEAR OF THEIR BIRTH DUE TO A LACK OF IMMUNISATION
I
NITIATING POSITIVE SOCIAL CHANGE TO USHER grassroots development was the principal motive behind the inception of Kamdebpur Rural Development Society, an organisation that has been in existence for the past three decades. In the realm of healthcare sector, the NGO conducts BCC, routine immunisation and also runs the pulse polio programme for the area. It provides ambulance services, conducts medical camps and creates child nutrition awareness. The NGO is also engaged in the education of children, it provides vocational training to local youth. KRDS is also involved in setting up self-help groups for women, providing training in nursing, raising consumer awareness and conserving the environment. This NGO also runs a creche and a balwadi unit for the benefit of 0-6 years children in respect of nutrition, education and health.
Why you can trust the NGO This organisation has been accredited by UNICEF and has worked with Department of Consumer Affairs & Fair Business Practices, Government of West Bengal.
KA MDEBPUR RUR A L DEVELOPMENT SOCIETY Engaged in overall social development
Dr. A. Jaman, to come Vill - Kamdebpur, P.O. Gokornee, P.S. Magrahat, Dist - South 24 Parganas, West Bengal, 743601 E: info@krdsindia.org P: +91 9732585890 / 94776042141
HEALTH
90
THE PERCENT OF 230,000 CHRONIC KIDNEY FAILURE PATIENTS WHO DIE WITHIN MONTHS IN INDIA BECAUSE OF POOR TREATMENT
K
OLKATA SWASTHYA SANKALP PROVIDES DIALYSIS treatments for as low as Rs 500 a sitting, which would generally cost Rs 1,500, possibly the lowest cost dialysis treatment anywhere in India. Trained technicians at KSS handle more than 180 dialysis sessions a week. The organization is also engaged in a ‘Blood Pairing Programme’, where an SMS-based software pairs a needy recipient with a larger pool of voluntary donors. This 365-day service is simple, instant and private. Kolkata Swasthya Sankalp is also engaged in the Avoidable Blindness Programme where an optometrist goes doorto-door to conduct rudimentary eye check-up sessions which are followed by thorough diagnostic and pre-operative procedures, if necessary. Following this, the patient is sent to Regional Institute of Ophthalmology for free cataract surgery (followed by post-operative care). Assistance is also provided in cases of retinal blastoma, corneal transplant and complicated procedures such as DCR, OCT among others.
Why you can trust them Awarded the first ‘Innovative Social Programme’ award by NASSCOM for the ‘Blood Pairing Programme’, Kolkata Swasthya Sankalp has received continual support from medical technology leaders in Calcutta. The NGO has been associated with PG Hospital and Calcutta Medical College, among others. Kolkata Swasthya Sankalpa is recognised by the Health Ministry (West Bengal Government) and registered under the West Bengal Societies Act 1961 and the Foreign Contributions Regulations Act. All donations are 100%-exempt under Section 35AC of the Indian Income Tax Act.
KOLKATA SWA STHYA SA NKA LP Addressing healthcare-related issues like dialysis treatment, blood collection and eye care
Dr. Mustaque Ahmed, 12 Dr. M Ishaque Road (Kyd Street), Kolkata 700 016 E: lifekssankalp.in W: www.kssankalp.in P: +91 33 2227 3936/98303 11739
EDUCATION
287
NUMBER OF ILLITERATE ADULTS (IN MILLION) IN INDIA, THE LARGEST IN THE WORLD
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ARIVAAR IS A NON-DENOMINATIONAL, humanitarian organisation, which believes that the destiny of India is tied with the destinies of its children. For over 10 years, NGO worked towards the overall development and care of children who are vulnerable to exploitation, victimsation and trafficking. The NGO provides residential living, education and physical activity in an atmosphere congenial for children. Its residential facility ion suburban Kolkata is possibly the largest of its kind in Eastern India – 25 acres comprising more then 900 resident boarders.
Why you can trust the NGO Parivaar was founded by an IIT-IIM alumnus who gave up his lucrative career, only to bring more meaning to the lives of young children. All its processes revolve around sentiments and values and not theories or preconceived notions. It employs a holistic approach towards educating children - a combination of love, responsibility, service and fun.
PAR IVA AR
Free residential school for underprivileged children
Vinayak Lohani, Founder Village Barkalikapur, Post office: Bakhrat, Bishunpur -2, District 24 Parganas (South), West Bengal E: vinayak@parivaar.org P: +91 33 24954118
EDUCATION
58.3
PERCENTAGE OF CHILDREN ENROLLED IN CLASS V (GOVERNMENT SCHOOLS ACROSS RURAL INDIA) WHO CANNOT EVEN READ CLASS 2 TEXT
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ISE INTENDS TO HARNESS THE TRUE POWER OF education to enable young rural Indians to overcome societal and self-imposed limitations. It seeks to reduce school drop-out rates in these geographies through a sustainable supplementary literacy programme. RISE developed the Yearn to Learn Bengali literacy intervention programme in Krishnanagar, West Bengal, for 10-year old students identified to be more than five years behind their reading ages and most severely prone to dropping out of school. The RISE vision is to see every child in rural India as literate, capable and self confident.
Why you can trust the NGO RISE has been founded by Sanju Pal, winner of the ‘Young Achiever’ award at the Asian Women of Achievement Awards, 2013. She is driven by her passion for educating those who are economically disadvantaged.
R ISE
Rural school for underprivileged children
Sanju Pal, Founder 3 M.M. Ghosh Street, P.O. Krishnanagar District Nadia, 741101, West Bengal E: info@rise-online.co.uk P: +91 9046288377
HEALTH
10,00,000 NUMBER OF CASES ADDRESSED BY RHCF SINCE INCEPTION
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URAL HEALTHCARE FOUNDATION PROVIDES primary healthcare to the downtrodden and poor – five rural and four urban centres. These centres are located in areas where the government is unable to open a primary healthcare centre or the existing centre is non-functional. RHCF charges a nominal Rs 60 for consultation and medicines (for one week). The staff at each centre comprises MBBS, BDS, BHMS and optometrists assisted by a fivemember RHCF support team. The health centres are open six days a week from 9am to 6am with four departments running simultaneously ‑ general medicine, optical, dental and homoeopathy. RHCF has touched the lives of more than 10,00,000 people since inception and plans to reach 25 rural and 25 urban centres over the next three years.
Why you can trust them RHCF has been covered as a part of case study conducted by the Harvard Business School, granted special consultative status by the United Nations and is a part of Give India (among 200 such NGOs in India).
RUR A L HEA LTH CAR E FOUNDATION Health care (urban and rural)
Anant Nevatia, Founder 34 Alexandra Court, 63 Chowringhee Road, Kolkata - 700 020 E: rhcf2009@gmail.com W: www.ruralhealthcarefoundation.com P: +91 33 400 82981/ 9830088218
EDUCATION
11.8
PERCENT OF CHILDREN IN INDIA ENGAGED IN SOME FORM OF CHILD LABOUR
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AHAY IS AN ORGANISATION THAT HAS CONSTANTLY striven towards bringing real and lasting change to the lives of children living in poverty, investing in their potential, and providing them with the opportunity to grow into healthy, educated and self-reliant citizens. The NGO’s activities aim at building capacity via workshops on leadership, communication, decision-making, adolescent reproductive health and substance abuse.
Why you can trust the NGO Sahay has reached out to as many as 27,000 beneficiaries. Its projects are constantly monitored through field visits, regular feedback reports and routine audits (internal and external).
SA HAY
Provides education to the underprivileged with special monitoring
Ms. Malika Singh, Director 16/2 Lake View Road, Kolkata 700029 E: director@sah.children.org.in P: +91 9831012211
EDUCATION
10
NUMBER OF CHILDREN (IN MILLION) LIVING ON THE STREETS OF INDIA
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AMARITAN HELP MISSION EDUCATES 1,500 children, provides a residential livelihood to economically disadvantaged women and runs a mobile healthcare facility in and around Tikiapara, one of the most underprivileged locations of Kolkata.
Why you can trust them The NGO has been appraised and funded by prominent corporates like Tata Steel, Cognizant and Edelweiss. Mamoon Akhtar, the drivinf force behind the organisation, was recognised with the ‘Amazing Indian’ Award by Times Now in 2013. The NGO is respected for its culture of austerity.
SA MAR ITA N HELP MISSION Education, healthcare and livelihood options for the underprivileged
Mamoon Akhtar, Chief Executive Officer 127 Noor Mohammed Munshi Lane, Howrah - 711 101 E: mamoon@samaritanhelpmission.org P: +91 33 26381901/ 93318 73584 F: +91 33 26381900
HEALTH
50
PERCENTAGE OF ALL VILLAGERS WHO HAVE NO ACCESS TO HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS
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HE DEVASTATION WREAKED UPON SUNDERBANS by cyclone Aila in 2009, prompted the formation of Samarpan Foundation. The NGO pressed necessities like medicines, healthcare interventions, water and sanitary facilities into the vast underprivileged Bengal pocket. The achievements of Samarpan Foundation and local residents include a 35-bed hospital, sustained access to safe drinking water through 17 tube wells, weekly medical camps and a bi-monthly mobile camp for island residents. The ease of access has been ensured through the erection of a bridge, jetty and two ambulance speed boats.
Why you can trust the NGO Samarpan Foundation is registered as a Trust recognised by relevant authorities. It is the recipient of a ‘Certificate of Appreciation in Recognition of Commitment towards the fight against Malnutrition and Hunger’ at the Foodathon 2014 Campaign Culmination Ceremony in November 2014.
SA MAR PA N FOUNDATION Provides healthcare in remote rural Bengal
Patrick San Francesco, Chairperson 28 B Rowland Road, Radha Niketan, Kolkata 700020 P: +91 9831150472
MISCELLANEOUS
33.72
(PERCENTAGE) DROPOUT RATE FOR THE GIRL CHILD IN PRIMARY SCHOOLS
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MPOWERING WOMEN AND IMPROVING THE LIVES of first generation learners are the two main streams that the Soroptimist International of Calcutta pursues. It provides primary education for underprivileged children, organises vocational and skill development training camps for women, constructs toilets in rural areas, runs a mobile library of English story books and provides legal assistance to female prison inmates.
Why you can trust the NGO In operation for more than two decades, Soroptimist International is a women-oriented organisation working towards the empowerment of women and children at large, especially in areas of basic necessities. ‘Educate, Enable and Empower’ is the motto of the organisation.
SOROPTIMIST INTER NATIONA L OF CA LCUTTA Engaged in women’s empowerment
Dr. Achintya Kundu, President 1/1, Hungerford Street, Kolkata 700017 E: sicalcuttapresident@gmail.com P: +91 9830940775
MISCELLANEOUS
23
(PERCENT) OF THE TOTAL NUMBER OF GIRLS TRAFFICKED IN INDIA WHO ARE FROM WEST BENGAL
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UPRAVA AIMS AT FACILITATING AND ENHANCING effective participation of vulnerable women and children through information dissemination, advocacy, networking, capacity building and support. The organisation helps realise the untapped potential of women, providing them with a means to earn a livelihood, thereby empowering them and reducing their dependence on men.
Why you can trust the NGO Suprava is registered with the Credibility Alliance and samhita.org. It pursues inclusive development, based on programmes and activities that are continuously monitored and evaluated.
SUPR AVA Engaged in counter-trafficking and HIV AIDS management programmes
Soma Bhowmick, Director 35, Chuapore, Kadamtala, P.O Berhampore, District Murshidabad, Pin 742101 E: spmusngo@gmail.com P: +91 9434164174
HEALTH
60
(PERCENT) OF NEWLY-DIAGNOSED LEPROSY CASES IN THE WORLD THAT ARE FROM INDIA
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HIS RURAL HOSPITAL, ONE OF FEW OF ITS KINDS in India, provides complete care for leprosy patients - from diagnosis to treatment to rehabilitation. Initially envisioned as a home in 1988, this organisation turned into a hospital gradually addressing complications related to leprosy and also providing peripheral services such as MCR chappals, artificial limbs and other devices. Patients suffering from deformities of hands and feet are provided with reconstructive surgery. It also provides treatment to poor patients and helps fight social stigma related to the disease. Nearly 2,100 surgeries are conducted each year with around 48,000 patients receiving OPD care annually.
Why you can trust the NGO The organisation was started by Mr W.C. Bailey after seeing the suffering of people affected by leprosy in India. He has been a radical force behind several global projects addressing leprosy.
THE LEPROSY MISSION PURULIA LEPROSY HOME & HOSPITA L Engaged in leprosy care and treatment
Dr. Famkima Darlong, President P.O. Box No. 9, Purulia 723101 E: jddarlong@gmail.com P: +91 3252 222501 / 222492
MISCELLANEOUS
80
PERCENTAGE OF RURAL UNTOUCHABLE MALES OF INDIA WHO ARE ILLITERATE
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HE TILJALA SOCIETY FOR HUMAN AND Educational Development believes that every human being without distinction of sex, age, race, skin colour, language, religion, political view, or national or social origin - possesses an inalienable dignity. The organisation works to improve the lives of people who are unacknowledged and considered untouchables in society - especially waste/rag pickers – by connecting them to corporate houses and business establishments. This leads to professional solid waste management on the one hand while opening income opportunities. It formed a rag pickers’ community, is involved in providing education to deprived girls and mainstreaming children finish formal schooling. It also formed a child labour school through the open shelter home program.
Why you can trust the NGO The organisation is registered as a society with all relevant authorities. It has an extensive monitoring system and an external professional evaluator appointed by the donor agency and the government.
TILJA LA SOCIETY FOR HUMA N A ND EDUCATIONA L DEVELOPMENT Provides healthcare for the urban poor
Mohammad Alamgir, 6C and 6D, Rifle Range Road, Kolkata 700 019 E: tished@gmail.com P: +91 33 22902672/ 22802681
EDUCATION
3.5
(PERCENT) OF PEOPLE LIVING WITH HIV/AIDS ARE CHILDREN (LESS THAN 15-YEARS-OLD)
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OST STREET CHILDREN IN INDIA ARE EXPOSED to substance abuse. OFFER is a safe haven for such children. OFFER, has under its aegis Apanghar which was started in 2000 and reaches out to abandoned children, and Apanjan which shelters mentally-challenged street children. OFFER also runs Anandaghar, which is a first-of-its-kind shelter for HIV+ kids and Project Aatmaja which provides HIV+ pregnant women with antiretroviral therapy so that their children can be born without being HIVinfected. Finally there is Sahaj Path, which provides evening classes for dropouts hailing from economically weaker families
Why you can trust us OFFER is registered as a society. It has an executive body comprising nine members and its accounts are audited by Deloitte. Administration costs account for a mere 4% of the annual expenditure and all donations enjoy exemptions under Section 80G and 12A.
OFFER
Child care and children’s rights
Kallol Ghosh, Founder Director 152, BT Road, Dunlop Bridge, Kolkata - 700 108 E: offer.kallol@gmail.com W: www.offerindia.org P: 2578 0810/8011
EVENT INITIATOR S
PAWAN AGARWAL
Director of N.K. Realtors, the largest realtor in Eastern India. Also the secretary of RECA (Realtors And Estate Consultants’ Association) of Kolkata. Despite his busy schedule he is actively associated with different philanthropy projects. Member of the Board of Trustees of Anant Education Initiative and Rural health Care Foundation, organizations working for the education of the underprivileged and rural healthcare respectively. Also one of the donors of Annamitra- Iskcon Food Relief Foundation.
Prosperous real estate developer for more than 15 years who one day said ‘enough’. Now provides primary healthcare to more than 20,000 rural Bengal patients....a month. Currently the President of Rural Health Care Foundation, an organisation that provides diagnosis, treatment and medicines to rural underprivileged patients at a subsidized cost.
ANANT NEVATIA
Currently a part of the promoter family of PS Group, one of the most credible real estate companies in Kolkata. A young and dynamic business entrepreneur, Saurav Dugar feels that interventions in the social sector involve dedication and networking. He is also one of the funders of Chhaya, an organization in West Bengal working for animal care and rehabilitation.
SAURAV DUGAR
Garbage cleaner. Garden-restorer. Stock market analyst. CSR columnist. Corporate communications consultant. Mudar believes that it is the small everyday instances of philanthropy that can kick-start movements and make the world a better place. Being a communications professional, he believes that agencies like his (Trisys) have a potent role in transforming communities by helping NGOs communicate better, mobilise funds and strengthen their sustainability.
MUDAR PATHERYA
One of the most dynamic woman entrepreneurs in Eastern India. Mukti Gupta is a part of the promoter family of Mukti World and Park Plaza Hotel in Kolkata. Besides, she is also the founder of Help Us Help Them, an NGO that provides education to the underprivileged in urban and rural Bengal.
MUKTI GUPTA
Promoter of JVS Security Services and a share broker by profession, Jyoti Vardhan Sonthalia believes in systemized philanthropy which leverages networking. Passion, pragmatism and planning through credential social work enterprises can bring about sustainable social change.
JYOTI VARDHAN SONTHALIA
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Rahul Kyal Vinayak Group
Ravindra Chamaria Infinity Group
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Arun Sharma ASP Private Limited
Ghanshyam Sarda Sarda Group
Piyush Bhagat Space Group
Rahul Saraf Forum Projects
Rishab Bafna Cherrytree Events
Utsav Parekh Smifs Capital
Avik Saha Saha & Ray
H P Budhia Patton International
Pradip Chopra iLEAD
Ruchika Gupta Sanmarg
Vinod Dugar RDB Group
B L Mittal Microsec
J P Agarwal Agarwal & Agarwal
Pradip Sureka Sureka Group
Rajiv Mundhra Simplex Infrastructure
Sajan Bansal Skipper
Viresh Shah Manav Jyot
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Jayanta Chatterjee Nnm Impex
R G Bansal BMW Industries
Chittranjan Choudhury CDC Printers
Manoj Bhuthoria Hotel Lindsay
R S Agarwal Emami Group
Mayank Jalan Keventer Agro
R S Goenka Emami Group
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CO-OR DINATOR S
Anindita Deb Sarkar P: +91 9874331273
Suchandra Ganguly P: +91 9051678803
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