Edify Foundation

Alleviates poverty, securing marginalized populations, promoting dignity, and fostering awareness across diverse communities

  • Bronze Certified 2023
  • 80G
  • 12A
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Geographies Served

Programs

  • Awareness programme

    States

    West Bengal

    During the reviewed period, the organisation initiated a campaign against the rising menace of plastic pollution, recognizing its gradual emergence as a quiet but lethal threat. The organisation's modest endeavours focus on exerting pressure on individuals to limit their usage of plastic carry bags and shaping public sentiment to encourage governmental intervention in curbing pollution from industrial sources. Community-oriented garbage cleanup initiatives were orchestrated by dedicated volunteers, who conscientiously rallied local residents and discouraged indiscriminate littering.
    The organisation orchestrated an awareness campaign addressing the pressing issue of child trafficking. Similar to previous years, the awareness campaign centred on shedding light on the adverse consequences of early marriage for girls before they attain the age of 18. The organisation's committed volunteers passionately dissuade parents from arranging early marriages for their daughters, engaging with the

  • Women Empowerment

    States

    West Bengal

    By establishing self-help groups and implementing income-generating ventures, this initiative endeavours to support women who have experienced discrimination, while simultaneously empowering economically disadvantaged and vulnerable women. The aim is to bolster these women's physical, social, emotional, and legal well-being.
    In conjunction with creating avenues for sustainable livelihoods, the project seeks to cultivate a culture of regular savings within the community and establish comprehensive social safety nets. Apart from focusing on income generation and the effective functioning of the self-help group model, the initiative also places significant emphasis on providing training for skill development and enhancing overall capacity.

  • Counselling programme

    District

    Kolkata

    States

    West Bengal

    The organisation maintains an ongoing commitment to instilling positive social behaviours in children. This dedication led to the organisation of a child counselling program, which encompassed a variety of activities including individual and group sessions involving problem-solving, storytelling, games, and meditation, all conducted under the supervision of trained counsellors.

  • Education programme

    States

    West Bengal

    The Education Programme for Underprivileged Children in Kolkata's Slums is designed to ensure that children aged 6 to 18, residing in disadvantaged areas, have access to fundamental educational opportunities. The program places a special emphasis on catering to special-needs children and those facing learning challenges. By integrating them into age-appropriate classes and offering supplementary educational assistance, the program strives to enhance the educational experience for all students involved.

Leadership Team

  • D. P. Chaudhuri

    President

  • Aloke Chakraborty

    Vice-President

  • Bikash Kumar Das

    Secretary

  • Itika Ghosh

    Treasurer

  • Mousumi Das

Demographics & Structure

  • Organisation Strength

    None

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AAAAE2660F

  • Registration Number

    S/IL/42638

  • CSR Form 1

    Not Available

  • 80G

    AAAAE2660FF20217

  • 12A

    AAAAE2660FE20217

  • FCRA

    Not Available

About

  • Headquarters

    Kolkata, West Bengal

  • Since

    2007

Impact

The foundation has impacted over 5000 beneficiaries through its various programs and initiatives across Karnataka.

Vision and Mission

Edify Foundation's vision is to create a just and equitable society where every individual has access to quality education, healthcare and livelihood opportunities. Its mission is to empower underprivileged communities through holistic development programs.

Political & Religious Declarations

  • Political Affiliation

  • Religious Affiliation

Location

  • Headquarters

    10/16, Netaji Nagar, Kolkata, West Bengal-, Kolkata, West Bengal

    Directions
  • Offices in Cities

    Kolkata

Other Details

  • Type

    Non-profit

  • Sub Type

    Society

Technology Adoption

  • SOC 2 Compliant

    No

  • Financial Management

  • Beneficiary Management