Dhrishti Foundation

Empowers differently-abled individuals through tailored education and skill development for an inclusive society

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

Programs

  • Academic Programme

    District
    District

    Mumbai

    States

    Maharashtra

    At Little Hearts Learning Centre, the organisation prioritizes a functional academic curriculum focusing on English, Math, and Science. The curriculum is designed to suit the individual profile of each student, with goals tailored accordingly. Concrete activities are employed to teach these subjects, fostering better understanding. The organisation adopts a student-centric approach, aligning the methodology with the unique learning styles of its students. Additionally, the use of computers is integrated into the teaching methods to enhance the educational experience.

  • Education & Applied Behaviour Analysis Programmes

    District
    District

    Mumbai

    States

    Maharashtra

    Drishti Foundation provides Pratham and NIOS (10th & 12th) education programs for eligible students. The organization also incorporates Applied Behaviour Analysis (ABA), a structured and scientific approach. ABA focuses on teaching essential skills such as play, communication, self-care, academics, and social living, while simultaneously addressing problematic behaviours. Therapists employ repetition, reinforcement, and encouragement to facilitate skill learning in children.

  • Sensory Integration & Occupational Therapy Programme

    District
    District

    Mumbai

    States

    Maharashtra

    Drishti Foundation employs a Creative Occupational Therapy team to support children in attaining independence in their daily lives. The organisation focuses on enhancing fine motor skills, sensory processing abilities, and behavioural and visual perceptual skills through a playful and engaging approach. The team facilitates the development of essential skills for play, learning, and self-care, contributing to the overall well-being of the children.

  • Vocational Training Programme

    District
    District

    Mumbai

    States

    Maharashtra

    Drishti Foundation recognizes the significance of vocational training for individuals with disabilities. It focuses on equipping them with skills aligned with current labour demands, viewing employment as a crucial step in their rehabilitation and empowerment. Through vocational training, the organisation aims to foster a sense of belonging, independence, and increased social inclusion, positively impacting the overall well-being of people with disabilities and their families.

  • Various Therapy Programmes

    District
    District

    Mumbai

    States

    Maharashtra

    Drishti Foundation offers a range of therapeutic programmes to support children with diverse needs. In Speech Therapy, therapists address speech-related disorders by providing screening, assessment, and tailored programmes. The organisation's dedicated therapists focus on acquiring maximum functional mobility in children with motor disabilities through Spider and Movement Therapy, utilizing specialized techniques in a playful environment. The curriculum also includes Activities of Daily Living (ADL) skills such as brushing, grooming, kitchen skills, and toileting, integrated into individualized education plans for greater independence. Additionally, the organisation provides Vision-Based Therapy, designed to enhance visual abilities and improve aspects like eye teaming, alignment, focusing, movements, coordination, visual processing, and perceptual development in children.

Leadership Team

  • Reshmy Nikith

    Director

  • Gowri Ramesh

    Director

  • Pooja Tanna

    Special Educator

  • Hemisha Mehta

    Special Educator

  • Dr. Chetna Waradkar

    Occupational Therapist

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AABTD8305N

  • Registration Number

    E - 22852

  • CSR Form 1

    Not Available

  • 80G

    AABTD8305NF20211

  • 12A

    AABTD8305NE20189

  • FCRA

    Not Available

About

  • Headquarters

    Mumbai, Maharashtra

  • Since

    2005

Impact

Founded in 2009 in a garage with six students and parents volunteering as teachers, Little Hearts Learning Centre, located in Chembur, Mumbai, has grown to accommodate 51 students (12 girls and 39 boys) with a teacher-student ratio of 1:5.

Vision and Mission

Drishti Foundation Trust aims to create a more inclusive India by pioneering a comprehensive approach to addressing diverse development issues in health, education, and environment.

Political & Religious Declarations

  • Political Affiliation

  • Religious Affiliation

Location

  • Headquarters

    Little Hearts Learning Centre, Plot No- 81 C, Sindhi Society, Mumbai, Maharashtra

    Directions
  • Offices in Cities

Other Details

  • Type

    Non-profit

  • Sub Type

    Trust

Technology Adoption

  • SOC 2 Compliant

    No

  • Financial Management

  • Beneficiary Management