Stonesoup Trust

Stonesoup works towards creating replicable models to enable a zero-waste world through decentralized waste management, eliminating waste at the source, creating circular loops within homes and communities, enabling sustainable menstruation practices, innovating & developing sustainable products and

  • Silver Certified 2023
  • 80G
  • 12A
  • CSR-1
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Financials

Geographies Served

Programs

  • Awareness- Period Love Sessions Programme

    States

    Karnataka

    Period Love Sessions aim to reclaim the cultural significance and respect associated with menstruation. The goal is to make menstruation an exciting and positive experience once again. The organisation conducts sessions in various communities, corporates, schools, and colleges, spreading awareness and promoting a healthy attitude towards periods. It has also shifted to online platforms.

  • Donations- Gifting Happy Periods Programme

    States

    Karnataka

    Gifting Happy Periods is an initiative by Stonesoup that focuses on donating sustainable period care products instead of disposable sanitary napkins. Stonesoup encourages the donation of reusable options. It runs various campaigns, such as donating menstrual cups to COVID warriors, providing cloth pad kits to PAD SQUAD, and distributing cloth pad kits to economically disadvantaged individuals.

  • Project Green Dot

    District

    Bhadrak

    Mysore

    Dharwad

    Mandya

    Dindigul

    Siddipet

    States

    Karnataka

    Tamil Nadu

    Odisha

    Telangana

    The GreenDot project is focused on establishing sustainable menstrual period care units in all 720 districts of India. This initiative aims to create employment opportunities for women by producing modern cloth pads and raising awareness about sustainable menstrual hygiene products like cloth pads and menstrual cups. The mission of GreenDot is to initiate a new conversation around menstruation that changes how communities perceive periods. The project aims to reduce sanitary waste and promote eco-friendly practices while empowering women. GreenDot has already been successfully established in various locations including Dharwad, Mandya, Dindigul, Bhadrak, Siddipet, and Mysore.

  • Namma Swachha Kannamangala

    States

    Karnataka

    The Namma Swatchha Kannamangala project is a collaborative project by Kannamangala Gram Panchayat, Force GW, SHG Bharathambe Sanjeevani Grama Panchayat Organization, Mahadevapura Task Force and Stonesoup Trust.

    It has been a cornerstone in managing and reducing the solid waste in Kannamangala. Our objective is to reduce the Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) output from Kannamangala by 80%.

Leadership Team

  • Rupal Ralph

    Co - Founder

  • Malini Parmar

    Co - Founder

  • Bhawana Bhargava

    Co-Founder

  • Shantha Nataraj

    Program Manager

Demographics & Structure

  • Organisation Strength

    None

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AAWTS3765L

  • Registration Number

    BKIV/153/2018-19

  • CSR Form 1

    CSR00003917

  • 80G

    AAWTS3765LF20223

  • 12A

    AAWTS3765LE20217

  • FCRA

    Not Available

About

  • Headquarters

    Bangalore, Karnataka

  • Since

    2018

Impact

Stonesoup's comprehensive approach to waste management and sustainable living has yielded significant positive impacts across environmental, social, and economic dimensions. Environmental Impact: Reduction in Sanitary Waste: Through their sustainable menstruation campaigns, Stonesoup has successfully diverted 12 million disposable sanitary pads from landfills, mitigating the environmental hazards associated with non-biodegradable waste. Composting Initiatives: Stonesoup's composting units process 10 tonnes of wet waste daily, converting it into nutrient-rich compost. This not only reduces the volume of waste sent to landfills but also supports urban agriculture and improves soil health. Plastic Waste Reduction: Stonesoup has been a prime catalyst of the plastic ban in Karnataka, leading to a positive impact on the state's residents and MSMEs. This model has been replicated in Maharashtra, further substantiating and validating Stonesoup's efforts and paving the way for mass impact. Additionally, their promotion of cloth bags has resulted in 5 million fewer plastic bags in circulation, reducing plastic pollution and its detrimental effects on ecosystems. Social and Economic Impact: Women's Employment: Stonesoup has created green employment opportunities for over 200 women through their Green Dot Centers. These centers empower women by providing them with steady income and financial independence while they play a crucial role in managing waste collection, segregation, and processing. Sustainable Menstruation Awareness: Stonesoup has sensitized 100,000 women about sustainable menstruation practices in partnership with the government. This initiative has further led to a ripple effect, positively influencing approximately 500,000 individuals. Community Engagement: Stonesoup’s initiatives have positively impacted communities across several districts in India, including Dharwad, Mandya, Dindugal, Jamshedpur, Siddipet, Pune, and Barmer. The implementation of cloth pad-making units in these regions has not only provided sustainable menstrual hygiene solutions but also created local employment and promoted health and hygiene practices. Kannamangala Waste Management Project: The Zero Waste Gram Panchayat initiative in Kannamangala is a prime example of Stonesoup's impact. This project has transformed waste management practices in the village, achieving over 85% waste segregation at the source within just 15 days of implementation. Currently, 26 women are employed in this project, with plans to impact 50 women in the second phase. The success of this model has led to its adoption in other low-income areas, gated communities, and commercial establishments. Stonesoup's initiatives demonstrate a scalable and sustainable model that not only addresses the critical issue of waste management but also creates economic opportunities and fosters community resilience. Their holistic approach ensures a lasting positive impact on the environment and society.

Vision and Mission

Stonesoup Trust aims to be global leaders in making green choices, providing easy, hassle-free, and convenient solutions for those wishing to adopt environmentally friendly practices.

Political & Religious Declarations

  • Political Affiliation

  • Religious Affiliation

Location

  • Headquarters

    No 31, 1st Main, 1 st Block, Koramangala, Bangalore, Karnataka

    Directions
  • Offices in Cities

Other Details

  • Type

    Non-profit

  • Sub Type

    Trust

Technology Adoption

  • SOC 2 Compliant

    No

  • Financial Management

  • Beneficiary Management