Dribble Academy Foundation
Empowers underserved children through basketball, providing high-quality training and opportunities to achieve their full potential.
- 80G
- 12A
About
-
Headquarters
Noida, Uttar Pradesh
-
Since
2016
Dribble Academy Foundation (DAF) was established in 2016 by Pradyot Voleti, a skilled basketball coach and clinical psychologist, in the village of Ge Read morejha, Noida. Starting with just four children, two bamboo poles, and a makeshift hoop, Pradyot’s vision was to introduce high-quality basketball training to underserved communities in India. With experience from training under prominent coaches at Elev8 Sports Institute in Florida, Pradyot brought international-level expertise back home, focusing on accessible skill development. In less than four years, DAF expanded across three states, serving 2,500 children, with over half being girls. The foundation has fostered talent that has gone on to represent at District, State, and National levels, with two students participating in the Jr. NBA championships in Orlando, USA. DAF's mission has empowered numerous students, granting over ten full scholarships to top Indian sports schools and colleges.
Action
DAF implements programs that use basketball as a medium for character building, confidence enhancement, and life skills development, currently serving over 2,000 children across multiple regions.
Impact
The foundation has significantly impacted the lives of children by providing a safe environment for personal growth and development, helping them rise above poverty and avoid negative influences like crime and drug abuse.
Vision & Mission
The mission of DAF is to create equal opportunities for children from all backgrounds, focusing on their holistic development through sports while empowering them to become responsible members of society.
Programs
-
Player Program
StateThe program transforms rural and semi-urban India by identifying and nurturing talented players. Through tailored fitness sessions, nutrition drives, and personalized student-coach engagements, DAF ensures the emotional and physical well-being of its athletes. This emphasizes holistic development, with trained coaches providing regular support. DAF also facilitates higher education opportunities, helping students secure sports scholarships to prominent schools and universities. Many of its players, who were first-generation college-goers, have achieved success at national and international levels, excelling both academically and athletically.
-
Coaches Program
The program regularly hosts interactive sessions with renowned international basketball coaches to elevate the skills and knowledge of Indian basketball coaches. These sessions provide a platform for coaches to engage with experts on various topics, including effective drills, player engagement, and community mobilization. In addition, DAF collaborates with prominent basketball influencers in India through social media to share thought leadership articles and insights. These efforts aim to promote best practices and foster the development of basketball, raising its quality and impact across the country.
Milestones & Track Record
Since its inception, DAF has expanded from a modest beginning to a robust program with multiple sites, serving thousands of children, including a significant representation of girls in the program.
Leadership Team
-
Pradyot Voleti
Founder and President
-
Rudra Shriram
Vice President
-
Goumtesh Singh
Secretary
-
Sankush Bhayana
Treasurer
-
Antariksh Aggarwal
Board Member
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
-
Registration ID
1156
-
VO ID / Darpan ID
UP/2019/0231337
-
12A
AACAD3580BE20169
-
80G
AACAD3580BF20217
-
FCRA
Not Available
-
CSR Registration Number
Not Available
Location
Other Details
-
Type & Sub Type
Non-profit
Society