Friends of Children
Empowers underprivileged college students in Maharashtra through financial aid and support for higher education, while offering supplementary services to ensure holistic growth and sustainable livelihoods
- Silver Certified 2023
- FCRA
- 80G
- 12A
Cause Area
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Geographies Served
Programs
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Umeed Workshop Programme
FoC introduces the "Umeed" workshop programme, focusing on the holistic development of its sponsored students. The participants are divided into smaller groups based on their college course and year, allowing them to attend workshops that cover essential life skills and aspects of personality development. These sessions are especially beneficial for rural students who lack exposure to such platforms. The positive feedback and increased confidence displayed by the students over the years have reinforced the effectiveness of this workshop schedule.
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Unnati Residential Programme
District
Pune
States
Maharashtra
The organisation offers a comprehensive residential programme called "Unnati" to equip senior students with essential pre-recruitment skills for the professional world. During the 3-day programme in Pune, students participate in various sessions, including Resume Preparation, Facing Interview Tips, FAQs in Interviews, GDs, corporate and email etiquette, and other requisites to enhance their competitiveness. Additionally, a panel of members from IT and manufacturing companies is invited to conduct mock interviews and provide individual feedback, giving the students valuable exposure and preparation for real-world job interviews.
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Udaan Student Volunteer Initiation Programme
The organisation has launched "Udaan," a student volunteer initiation programme, to engage selected students in residential programmes held in Pune annually. These programmes are designed to enhance the students' volunteering skills, covering topics such as Sympathy & Empathy, Communication, and brainstorming on new projects. As a result, there are now more than 40 student volunteers from different regions actively participating in various activities and taking the lead in volunteering efforts in their respective areas.
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Project Ujala: Support for Covid Hit Students
District
Pune
States
Maharashtra
Project Ujala, initiated by Friends of Children (FoC) focuses on supporting Covid-affected students who have lost one or both parents or the sole earning member. Eligible students receive temporary financial aid and other forms of assistance to ensure their continuous education and future prospects.
Impact Metrics
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Total Number of Students
Program Name
Unnati (Progress) – Recruitment Skill Program
Year-wise Metrics- 2021-22 49
- 2022-23 32
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Total Number of Students in Spoken English Program
Program Name
Uday (Rising)
Year-wise Metrics- 2021-22 49
- 2022-23 32
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Fees Paid for Students for Their Education in College
Year-wise Metrics- 2021-22 159
- 2022-23 176
Registration Details
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PAN Card
AAATF2043E
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Registration Number
F-21088/Pune
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CSR Form 1
Not Available
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80G
AAATF2043EE20115
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12A
AAATF2043EF20113
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FCRA
83930612
About
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Headquarters
Pune, Maharashtra
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Since
2006
Impact
From 26 students in 2003, FoC now maintains steady numbers of around 230 students each year across the greater Maharashtra region.
Vision and Mission
FoC's vision is to provide every student with effective, high-quality guidance, learning experiences and monetary support, instilling the right values to become a good citizen of India.
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Location
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Offices in Cities
Other Details
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Type
Non-profit
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Sub Type
Trust
Website
Technology Adoption
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SOC 2 Compliant
No
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Financial Management
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Beneficiary Management