Gramutthan

Gram-Utthan is a leading non-governmental organization (NGO) committed to the holistic development of marginalized communities across India. With a le Read moregacy spanning over three decades, the organization has established a robust presence in 15 districts of Odisha and 5 districts in Chhattisgarh. At the heart of Gram-Utthan’s mission lies the vision of building “an empowered community.” To achieve this, it employs a decentralized, grassroots-driven model designed to address the multifaceted nature of poverty and social exclusion. The organization works across a spectrum of sectors including livelihood promotion, women’s empowerment, financial inclusion, health, sanitation, and sustainable agriculture. Its interventions are tailored to strengthen community institutions and build local capacities, ensuring long-term and self-sustained impact. Gram-Utthan’s participatory approach fosters ownership among beneficiaries, making development not just a goal but a shared journey. In its pursuit of scalability and innovation, Gram-Utthan actively collaborates with various stakeholders including the Government of India, Government of Odisha, international and national donor agencies, INGOs, CSR partners, development banks, and other institutions aligned with its values. Through these partnerships, the organization aims to replicate its successful models of change and reach wider geographies.