Kolkata Society for Cultural Heritage
Promotes sustainable livelihoods and community-led development initiatives in rural and tribal areas of India through economic empowerment and cultural preservation
- Bronze Certified 2023
- 80G
- 12A
About
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Headquarters
Kolkata, West Bengal
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Since
2013
The Kolkata Society for Cultural Heritage (KSCH) operates as a grassroots social enterprise dedicated to fostering lasting developmental changes in rural, urban, and tribal regions Read moreof India. Emphasizing the pivotal role of livelihood in sustainable development, KSCH prioritizes enhancing economic conditions in these areas, recognizing its ripple effect on other social dimensions such as education, health, and sanitation. Accordingly, KSCH concentrates on bolstering existing livelihoods like agriculture, horticulture, fish harvesting, and poultry farming prevalent in these regions, providing technical support. Additionally, KSCH endeavours to promote traditional folk music, dance, and artefacts as avenues for generating livelihoods among rural communities. Through advocating for community-led developmental initiatives, KSCH aims to instill growth and awareness within these communities.
Action
KSCH focuses on enhancing livelihoods like agriculture, horticulture, fish harvesting, and poultry farming, while also promoting traditional folk music, dance, and artifacts as income sources for rural communities.
Demographies Served
Cause Area
Impact
The Kolkata Society for Cultural Heritage has positively impacted 64,855 women beneficiaries across 796 self-help groups, reaching 285 villages and facilitating the development of 51 micro-enterprises.
Vision & Mission
KSCH aims to promote sustainable livelihoods and community-led development initiatives in rural and tribal areas of India through economic empowerment and cultural preservation.
Programs
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Community Forest Programme
The organisation has launched "The Community Forest Programme," aiming to restore the Sundarban mangrove forests through sustainable plantation initiatives led by the local community. With over 218,686 mangrove saplings planted and 200,000 seeds already in the community nursery, alongside the collection of approximately 600,000 mangrove seeds, the project is actively monitored by 42 supervisors and trainers. Involving 3,560 families, the programme aims to implant 400,000 mangroves within a year.
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Chitropot Programme
The organisation has initiated "ChitroPot," recognizing the lack of platforms for rural folk artists to showcase their skills. This project provides a platform for rural artisans to exhibit their talents alongside renowned artists from the US, Europe, and Bangladesh, as well as young contemporary artists. Through this initiative, rural youth have the chance to explore new art forms and styles from international sources. Notably, underprivileged artists share the stage with famous contemporary artists from Europe, with the organisation offering logistical support for their participation. In the previous year, artists from Serbia, the USA, Albania, Greece, Romania, and Bangladesh participated in the festival, fostering cultural exchange and artistic collaboration.
Milestones & Track Record
KSCH received the Chanakya Award for NGO of the year 2020 by the Public Relations Council of India (PRCI).
Leadership Team
Demographics & Structure
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No. of Employees
100+
M&E
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Internal, External Assessors
No
Policies
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Ethics and Transparency Policies
No
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Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy
No
Political & Religious Declarations
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On Affiliation if any
No
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On Deployment Bias if any
No
Registration Details
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PAN Card
AACAK0930F
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Registration ID
S/2L/1452
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VO ID / Darpan ID
WB/2017/0151072
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12A
AACAK0930EE20198
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80G
AACAK0930EE20198
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FCRA
Not Available
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CSR Registration Number
Not Available
About
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Headquarters
Kolkata, West Bengal
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Since
2013
Demographies Served
Impact
The Kolkata Society for Cultural Heritage has positively impacted 64,855 women beneficiaries across 796 self-help groups, reaching 285 villages and facilitating the development of 51 micro-enterprises.
Location
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Headquarters
Happy Works 2, Near Sankalpa Apartment 2 Block-B, Street Number 189, CB Block(Newtown), Action Area I, Newtown, New Town, Kolkata, 700156
Directions
Vision & Mission
KSCH aims to promote sustainable livelihoods and community-led development initiatives in rural and tribal areas of India through economic empowerment and cultural preservation.
Political & Religious Declarations
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On Affiliation if any
No
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On Deployment Bias if any
No
Other Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit
Society