Chaitanya
Empowers communities through microfinance and fosters knowledge exchange among women
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- 80G
- 12A
Cause Area
Primary Sectors
Secondary Sectors
Geographies Served
Programs
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Women Empowerment Programme
District
Pune
States
Maharashtra
Chaitanya empowers women across sociocultural, economic, legal, and political dimensions. Through community-based institutions and federations, it fosters collective growth. The microfinance programme enables financial empowerment, while legal experts and counselling centres address domestic violence and women's rights. Chaitanya also empowers women politically by raising awareness and facilitating access to rights. Its holistic approach promotes gender equality and women's capabilities in society.
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Knowledge Management Programme
District
Pune
States
Maharashtra
Chaitanya's knowledge management activities go beyond its role as a pioneer in the SHG movement. It provides hands-on training and resource services to others, focusing on areas such as financial learning, legal knowledge, livelihood enhancement, and organisational development. In 2016, Chaitanya established WISE (Wisdom for Impactful Social Empowerment) to capture and share its 25 years of experience, collaborating with partner institutions to promote learning and development in the sector. Additionally, Chaitanya engages in field research, pilots, and evaluations to innovate and improve services, bridging the gap between academia and practice. Emphasizing the importance of technology, it integrates technology with finance and development to ensure effective reach to underserved communities.
Registration Details
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PAN Card
AAATC3905C
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Registration Number
E-1775
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CSR Form 1
Not Available
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80G
AAATC3905CF20211
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12A
AAATC3905CE20214
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FCRA
83930288
About
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Headquarters
Pune, Maharashtra
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Since
1993
Impact
Chaitanya has helped set up 40 federations managed by more than 8500 women empowered by it.
Vision and Mission
Chaitanya envisions a gender-just, equitable society where women have access to and control over financial and other resources. Its mission is to build capacities of rural poor, especially women and youth, by promoting self-reliant and sustainable institutions.
Political & Religious Declarations
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Political Affiliation
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Religious Affiliation
Location
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Offices in Cities
Other Details
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Type
Non-profit
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Sub Type
Trust
Website
Technology Adoption
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SOC 2 Compliant
No
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Financial Management
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Beneficiary Management