Arvind Foundation (A Charitable Organisation for Children With Special Needs)
Enables individuals with special needs through comprehensive care, inclusive education, personalized therapies, and vocational training
- Bronze Certified 2023
- FCRA
- 80G
- 12A
- CSR-1
About
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Headquarters
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
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Since
2004
Arvind Foundation is committed to providing compassionate care and support to children, adolescents, and adults with special needs from disadvantaged backgrounds. The Foundation Read morecaters to individuals with diverse diagnoses, including conditions such as Cerebral palsy, Autism, ADHD, Down's syndrome, and other physical, cognitive, and neurological disorders. With a vision to foster an inclusive society, it strives to create a nurturing environment where individuals with special needs are embraced and valued as equal members. Its primary goal is to offer exhaustive services to over 500 children and young adults through early intervention, holistic curative education, customised therapies, and vocational training programmes. By equipping these individuals with the necessary skills, the Foundation aims to foster their independence, self-sufficiency, and ability to secure meaningful employment. It adopts a person-centred approach, recognizing the unique needs of each individual, and providing tailored support. Through its efforts, it aspires to empower individuals with special needs, enabling them to lead fulfilling lives and actively contribute to society.
Action
The foundation provides early intervention, curative education with a defined curriculum, customized therapies, and vocational training to special needs children and young adults to enable them to be independent and find gainful employment.
Demographies Served
Cause Area
Impact
Over the course of 16 years, Arvind Foundation has empowered 140 children and young adults with special needs across 5 centres.
Vision & Mission
The vision is to build a haven for special needs people and enable them to be accepted as equal members of society. The mission is to provide early intervention, education, therapies and vocational training to make special needs individuals independent and self-sufficient.
Programs
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Vocational Training & Livelihood Programme
Students above 14 years of age join the pre-vocational stream, while those 17 years and older participate in the vocational programme. These programmes equip them with skills for long-term livelihood. Vocational training includes computer education, office assistant training, cooking, woodworking, gardening, product making, tailoring, candle making, weaving, pottery, and arts and crafts. Functional academics, community visits, cultural events, and competitions are also part of the comprehensive training provided to the students.
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Education Programme
The Foundation employs an individualistic and holistic approach, focusing on teaching children with developmental and intellectual disabilities. Teachers aim to restore the balance between body, soul, and spirit through curative work. The daycare centre offers a school-like experience, including uniforms, while providing specialized and customised training. The programme encompasses therapy, medical assistance, special education, and academic support. Practical training in areas like carpentry, pottery, cooking, tailoring, and gardening is also offered. The education system promotes social skills, self-awareness, and maximizes students' potential.
Milestones & Track Record
The foundation has grown to 5 centers with more than 45 trained staff, empowering children and adults with special needs.
Leadership Team
Demographics & Structure
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No. of Employees
21-50
M&E
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Internal, External Assessors
No
Policies
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Ethics and Transparency Policies
No
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Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy
No
Political & Religious Declarations
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On Affiliation if any
No
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On Deployment Bias if any
No
Registration Details
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PAN Card
AABTA7017L
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Registration ID
1428/2004
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VO ID / Darpan ID
TN/2017/0179270
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12A
AABTA7017LE20214
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80G
AABTA7017LF20214
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FCRA
075901484
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CSR Registration Number
CSR00003559
About
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Headquarters
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
-
Since
2004
Demographies Served
Impact
Over the course of 16 years, Arvind Foundation has empowered 140 children and young adults with special needs across 5 centres.
Location
Vision & Mission
The vision is to build a haven for special needs people and enable them to be accepted as equal members of society. The mission is to provide early intervention, education, therapies and vocational training to make special needs individuals independent and self-sufficient.
Political & Religious Declarations
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On Affiliation if any
No
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On Deployment Bias if any
No
Other Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit
Trust
Website
Financial Details
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2022-23
Income₹13,014,090Expenses₹11,861,811Admin Expenses₹3,558,543Program Expenses₹8,303,268Tip: Click on any value above to exclude it.