Responsible Charity Society

Nurtures education and holistic support for underprivileged children, fostering community empowerment and sustainable growth

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About

  • Headquarters

    Kolkata, West Bengal

  • Since

    2012

The Responsible Charity Society, focused on Disaster Management and Food & Nutrition efforts, places a high priority on providing quality education to Read more kids in slum areas and villages. Starting programmes early ensures ongoing support throughout a child's educational path, even extending into college. Exceptional students, displaying hard work and commitment, receive complete funding for private schooling. Beyond education, the dedication includes offering family planning, birth control, healthcare services, and practical help for the families of enrolled children. This builds strong partnerships with parents, boosting overall success rates. This comprehensive approach tackles various needs, greatly contributing to sustainable community development and empowering individuals for a brighter future.

Demographies Served

Programs

  • Health & Family Planning Programme

    Delivering essential medical aid, including prescriptions, vaccines, preventive workshops, and first-aid kits, health services cater to families in slum communities and villages. These provisions primarily target parents and families of children enrolled in programmes, ensuring that fundamental healthcare reaches those who need it most. The commitment to health and family planning contributes to building stronger and healthier communities, addressing critical needs and fostering overall well-being.

  • Self Sustainability Programmes

    Self-sustainability programmes are crafted to provide employment opportunities for families residing in slum communities and villages. Through the production of goods intended for both local and international markets, the primary objective is to empower these communities with ethical and dignified solutions for income generation. This comprehensive approach not only addresses economic challenges but also fosters a sense of self-reliance and sustainability within these communities.

  • AimGame Programme

    A revolutionary educational initiative, AimGame, empowers children in slums and villages with critical thinking skills, paving the way for higher education. Teams of sixteen children engage in structured weekly sessions, progressing through escalating difficulty levels of games like Connect Four, Dominoes, and Uno. Beyond the joy of play, incentives include weekly meals, field trips, and the chance to earn coveted prizes. Parents benefit from workshops, receiving essential home items and medical assistance, while the ultimate reward is the opportunity to secure fully paid scholarships lasting until university.

  • SlumJam Programme

    An impactful after-school music initiative spreads the joy of learning and playing music among underprivileged children throughout India. Backed by scientific evidence highlighting the positive effects of musical training on brain structure and function, the programme admits students based on attendance, behaviour, aptitude, and personal interest. Regular exams and a yearly concert showcase the students' progress, with exceptional performers receiving their own personal instruments. Monthly "SlumJam Sessions" feature professional guest artists, fostering a sense of community and inclusion through music.

  • 24 - Hour Project

    In 2021, the 24-Hour Project underscored its dedication to children's rights by partnering with Responsible Charity. The focus was on supporting progressive education initiatives for children in slum communities. All raised funds were contributed to acquiring and implementing essential computing and teleconferencing equipment. This facilitated locally and globally conducted virtual classes and workshops in three dedicated classrooms at Responsible Charity's community centres in Kolkata and Pune.

Leadership Team

  • Hemley Gonzalez

    Founder & Chief Executive Officer

  • Pranav Sharma

    City Director - Kolkata

  • Dhanashree Made

    City Director - Pune

  • Monica Gogoi

    Regional Director

  • Rubyna Gurung

    Manager - Human Resources

Demographics & Structure

  • No. of Employees

    21-50

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    No

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AABAR6353D

  • Registration ID

    96156

  • VO ID / Darpan ID

    WB/2017/0167994

  • FCRA

    Not Available

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

  • Headquarters

    22 Saktigarh (Opposite of Saktigarh playground) Jadavpur, Kolkata, 700032

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Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Society