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The Akshaya Patra Foundation Joins Forces with Food4Education as ‘Knowledge Partner’ to Expand School Feeding Initiatives Across Kenya

November 28, 2024

28 November 2024: The Akshaya Patra Foundation, the world’s largest NGO-run school meal program and an implementation partner of the PM POSHAN program based in Bangalore, India, is pleased to announce a transformative partnership with Food4Education, a Kenya-based nonprofit dedicated to mainstreaming school feeding programs across Africa. Signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) last week, wherein The Akshaya Patra Foundation goes global by becoming the official ‘Knowledge Partner’ for Kenya’s Food4Education. The two organizations set out to accelerate international efforts toward food security and educational empowerment, marking a significant step in addressing one of the most pressing challenges faced by school children worldwide: access to nutritious meals. Food4Education and Akshaya Patra share a unified vision of delivering school feeding at

Virtusa Foundation Conducts Miyawaki Plantation Drive to Combat Climate Change at Indian Universities

November 28, 2024

28 November 2024: Virtusa Foundation, the CSR arm of Virtusa Corporation, has launched a large-scale Miyawaki plantation Drive at Gitam University and Guru Nanak University, planting over 11,500 native saplings. This initiative promotes biodiversity, combats climate change, and fosters sustainable urban ecosystems, further strengthening Virtusa’s leadership in corporate environmental responsibility. Spread across 3.1 acres of land in Hyderabad, 8,000 saplings at Gitam University and 3,500 at Guru Nanak University were planted through the widely known Miyawaki method. The Miyawaki method, a Japanese afforestation technique, fosters rapid growth, enhances biodiversity, and improves soil stability. The 50 native species selected for this plantation drive are expected to grow over seven feet within two years, creating a dense, self-sustaining ecosystem that will benefit

Empowering Dreams Through Theatre: Literacy India’s ‘Theatre in Education’ Initiative Inspires Young Performers

November 26, 2024

26 November 2024: Children from underserved communities took center stage and captivated audiences with their talent, humor, and resilience at the screening of Literacy India’s latest musical theatre production, ‘Door Ke Darshan’. The event celebrated the transformative power of Literacy India’s ‘Theatre in Education’ program, which equips young minds with creativity, confidence, and life skills and provides them with a holistic learning experience. It’s the same program that has nurtured talent like the iconic character ‘Millimeter’ for 3 Idiots and the young actors in Bhaag Milkha Bhaag. Directed by Rajeev Sharma and written by Nikhilraj, Door Ke Darshan transported the audience on a journey through history with witty and comical retellings of tales from the courts of Akbar-Birbal and Krishnadev

Girl Icon Program by Milaan Foundation Wins Spot in HundrED Global Collection 2025

November 25, 2024

25 November 2024: Milaan Foundation’s Girl Icon Program has been officially recognized as part of the HundrED Global Collection 2025 during a ceremony held at Helsinki City Hall, Finland on November 14, 2024. The program was celebrated as one of the top 100 education innovations worldwide, chosen for its transformational impact and potential to scale. The award was presented during the HundrED Innovation Summit, an annual gathering of global changemakers in education. The event provided a unique opportunity to share the story of the Girl Icon Program on an international platform and connect with leaders and innovators dedicated to reimagining education for a better future. “This recognition isn’t just an award. It’s a testament to the hard work, determination, and

ISB receives CSR gift of ₹30 Crores from Ramoji Foundation

November 25, 2024

25 November 2024: The Indian School of Business (ISB) today announced a major CSR gift of ₹30 Crores by the Ramoji Foundation towards aiding infrastructure development at the school’s Hyderabad campus. The funds received through this generous gift will support the construction of a state-of-the-art 430-seater auditorium as part of the upcoming Executive Centre. Upon completion, the facility will boost the school’s capacity to host international conferences, research seminars, distinguished lectures, and other prominent academic events. Recognizing the impact of the gift, Harish Manwani, Chairperson of the ISB Board, said, “The largesse of our donors has played an important role in ISB’s ability to stay true to its vision of being a world-class institution for learning and research. We

Delhivery Partners With Samarpann To Transform Educational Infrastructure In Rajasthan Through Solar Power And Water System

November 23, 2024

23rd November 2024: On the occasion of Children’s Day, Delhivery, India’s largest fully integrated logistics service provider, in partnership with the Samarpann, has launched a transformative initiative to uplift educational infrastructure in three government schools across remote villages in Rajasthan. The schools now benefit from sustainable solar power and clean drinking water systems, significantly improving the learning environment for over 80 students. This effort marks a meaningful step toward enhancing educational access and fostering healthier, brighter futures for these children. For students in rural areas, quality education is often hindered by the lack of essential infrastructure, including reliable electricity and safe drinking water. Delhivery and Samarpann’s new project aims to bridge these gaps by installing 3-kWh solar power systems in

Hindware’s ‘Build a Toilet, Build Her Future’ Initiative: Transforming Lives, One Toilet at a Time

November 21, 2024

November 21, 2024: Hindware Limited, India’s leading bathware brand, continues its mission to empower young girls and uplift communities through its ‘Build a Toilet, Build Her Future’ program. Launched in 2020 under the aegis, #HygieneThatEmpowers CSR initiative, the program takes on a new dimension with the ‘Dare to Dream’ theme this year, leveraging the power of safe and accessible sanitation to empower girls to stay in school, pursue their dreams, and build a brighter future. Inadequate sanitation facilities remain a critical issue in rural areas, significantly affecting girls’ education, and contributing to the dropout of 23% of girls from school upon reaching puberty. Another survey from Sulabh International highlights that girls in rural areas avoid school toilets during menstruation due

United Way Bengaluru partners with Continental to Transform Karnataka Public School in Anekal

November 19, 2024

19 November 2024: United Way Bengaluru (UWBe) in partnership with Continental, has launched an ambitious school adoption program at Karnataka Public School (KPS) in Anekal, with a ground-breaking ceremony marking the start of this significant initiative. The program, part of the Government of Karnataka’s SAMATVA Initiative, is a multi-year commitment aimed at transforming government schools to improve infrastructure and educational quality for students across the state. This project follows a recently signed Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Government of Karnataka, Continental, and UWBe. Established in 1947, KPS Anekal currently faces challenges in accommodating its growing student body and providing essential facilities such as labs and sports areas. This initiative targets critical improvements in infrastructure, such as classroom renovations and

Muthoot Finance transformed 0.6 million lives through investment in Healthcare, Education, and Sustainability as part of CSR in last fiscal

November 11, 2024

11th November 2024: Muthoot Finance, India’s largest gold loan NBFC continued to strengthen its commitment to socio-economic development through its Muthoot Social Responsibility (MSR) initiatives in FY 2023-24. During FY24, the company spent more than Rs. 1000 million in various community-focused projects, positively impacting the lives of more than 0.6 million people through a comprehensive and multi-faceted approach. Continuing the legacy since the inception of The Muthoot Group in 1887, uplifting the society and fostering sustainability are deeply ingrained in Muthoot Finance’s organizational DNA. The CSR initiatives were focused on offering holistic development by focusing on key areas such as healthcare, education, livelihood support, renewable energy, promoting sports talent, supporting artists of India, wildlife conservation and other infrastructural development. The

IME launches Earth Cubs in India: Aims at transforming sustainability education By touching 50MN+ children across India

November 6, 2024

06th November 2024: India Market Entry (IME) proudly announces the launch of Earth Cubs in India, setting the stage for transformative sustainability education nationwide. Through the leadership of Grace Paljor, Principal of Leeds International Academy in Srinagar, Earth Cubs aims to engage 200,000 schools and impact 50 million children across India, with educational content focused on climate change, gender equality, biodiversity conservation, and more. With over 8,000 schools already engaged across 130 countries, Earth Cubs is primed to make a meaningful impact in India, empowering young minds with knowledge aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). IME’s collaboration is crucial in helping Earth Cubs reach schools and educational partners throughout the country, making these critical resources accessible to