About
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Headquarters
Tiruchirapally, Tamil Nadu
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Since
1982
Gramodaya focuses on improving nutrition levels and education quality for underprivileged children, pregnant, and lactating mothers in India. Through Read morevarious initiatives such as providing nutrition kits, education, special classes, and health camps, it aims to address malnutrition and educational gaps. Additionally, it plans to expand its reach to include more children, especially those from marginalized communities like children of female sex workers and those affected by HIV, with the goal of increasing the number of normal-weight children and reducing stress among HIV-affected children. The organisation envisions a society free from exploitation and aims to achieve this by facilitating development that reaches every individual. With a mission to support women empowerment through income-generating projects, Gramodaya has formed numerous groups and provided substantial financial support since its inception. Operating primarily in Tiruchirappalli, Pudukkottai, and Karur districts of Tamil Nadu, it has collaborated with various government and non-governmental entities to implement programs focusing on women's development, health, nutrition, and HIV/AIDS intervention. Despite limited resources, Gramodaya has maintained a steady turnover over the years, demonstrating its commitment to making a meaningful impact on the lives of its beneficiaries.
Action
Gramodaya provides nutrition intervention kits to eligible children and mothers, conducts nutrition education and demonstrations, offers special evening tuition classes for school children, organizes health camps, and facilitates libraries and study environments.
Cause Area
Impact
Gramodaya has formed 2,165 groups and supported women for income generation programs totaling Rs. 12.2 billion since 1997, benefiting 33,724 people across 5 blocks and one municipality in the Tiruchirappalli, Pudukkottai and Karur districts.
Vision & Mission
Gramodaya's vision is to build a society free from exploitation that is just, by facilitating development reaching the last person. Its mission is to keep human values and principles propounded by Mahatma Gandhi at the forefront while empowering beneficiaries through working groups and skill development.
Programs
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Child Education, Nutrition & Health Programme
The Child Education, Nutrition, and Health programme by Gramodaya, supported by ACA donations, has raised awareness among impoverished families about the significance of schooling. Parents, particularly from low castes, now prioritize their children's education, with some committing to see them through high school, opening doors to immediate employment in the private sector and further opportunities for government jobs through continued education.
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Population, Consumption, and Environment (PCE) Pilot Project
The Population, Consumption, and Environment (PCE) pilot project, backed by DANIDA from 1995 to 2001, was a significant initiative in Manaparai Taluk. It encountered no financial or manpower challenges and received cooperation from both government departments and the community. Notably, it fostered leadership, particularly among rural women, and raised awareness about government healthcare facilities, challenging preconceptions. Through user groups and village-level forums, it empowered people with knowledge of their rights and responsibilities, contributing to community development and cohesion.
Milestones & Track Record
Gramodaya has achieved an average annual turnover of Rs. 16.7 lakhs for the last 10 years, with an average cost of Rs. 500 incurred per beneficiary.
Leadership Team
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Dr. M L E Manoharan
Founder & Director
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S Regina Mary
Secretary
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
AAATG4073H
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Registration ID
9/1982
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VO ID / Darpan ID
TN/2017/0165753
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12A
AAATG4073HE20221
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FCRA
076040002
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CSR Registration Number
Not Available
Location
Other Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit
Society