Desai Foundation

Celebrate the festival of colors with The Desai Foundation. This Holi, let every vibrant hue spark hope, empower women, and transform communities. Your support makes a difference—donate today and be the change. Join us in creating lasting change - donate today and be the reason for a colorful tomorrow. #DesaiFoundation #DreamBeyond #EmpowerWomen #India #NGOinIndia #Holi2025 #EmpowerWomen #DesaiFoundation #FestivalOfColors #TransformLives

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We are pleased to announce that we have awarded?Desai Foundation?(DF)?funding to implement their Vocational Skills Training program for disadvantaged?adolescent girls to empower them by improving their knowledge, capabilities & skills, and?provide them with opportunities to secure livelihoods and generate income for their families in the Virudhunagar District of Tamil Nadu.? Participants will be engaged in a variety of hands-on courses, including computers; sewing & design; beautician skills; candle & diya making, and jewelry making.? Women will receive hygiene kits and will have access to attend an entrepreneurship course that teaches finance, management, sales, and marketing. #opportunitiesforall #femaleempowerment #doinggoodeveryday #gkf?

We are thrilled to announce the inauguration of an ???????? ?????? at ?????????????????? ?????????????? ????????????, ???????????????? ????????????, established by ?????? ?????????? ???????????????????? ?????????? in partnership with Jeavio. This initiative is a significant step towards providing students with hands-on learning experiences in ??????????????, ????????????????????, ??????????????????????, ?????? ?????????????????????? (????????), fostering creativity, problem-solving, and a spirit of innovation. The lab will serve as a dynamic space where students can explore, experiment, and enhance their technical skills, preparing them for a brighter future. The inauguration event was graced by representatives from The Desai Foundation Trust, Jeavio India Pvt. Ltd., school authorities, local leaders, and community members. Speaking on the occasion, ?????? ?????????? ???????????????????? ??????????'?? ???????? emphasized the impact of experiential learning in shaping young minds, while ????. ???????? ????????, ????-?????????????? ???? ????????????, highlighted the importance of equipping students with cutting-edge technological skills in today’s fast-evolving world. Through this initiative, we aim to make ???????? ?????????????????? ???????????????????? ?????? ??????????????????, ensuring that every student gets the opportunity to learn, innovate, and excel! Stay tuned as we continue fostering ???????????????????? ?????? ?????????????????? ?????? ?? ???????????????? ????????????????!? Uday Shah | Nimesh Shah | Sudhir Fanse | Megha Desai |? Mittal Gohil | Yati Desai | Manoj Panda #STEMEducation #EmpoweringYouth #DesaiFoundation #JeavioIndia #Innovation #EducationForAll

Last week, we had the honor of gathering with our incredible community at Lladró’s NYC store to celebrate a remarkable milestone: directly impacting over 10 million lives! Our mission is clear—empowering women and children in rural India through community-driven programs that elevate health, livelihood, and menstrual equity. This achievement is a testament to the power of collective action, made possible by the unwavering support of our partners, donors, and advocates. To everyone who has been part of this journey—thank you! Your commitment fuels our mission and inspires us to continue driving meaningful, sustainable change. Here’s to the next 10 million! Megha Desai | Colby Siegel | Priyanca Rao | Lladró, S.A. | Desi Galli (Fresh Indian Street Food) #SocialImpact #Empowerment #10MillionLivesChanged

We're beyond excited to share that ?????????? ???????????????? ?????????????? are now available online across India! ?? This means easier access to high-quality, eco-friendly menstrual hygiene for all women and girls, so no one has to compromise on their health or dignity. Asani pads are 85% biodegradable, crafted from locally sourced materials, and each purchase directly supports the livelihood of 3,000+ rural women, empowering them with financial independence. ?? When you choose Asani, you’re choosing a worry-free period for yourself and a future full of confidence and dignity for countless girls and women. ?? We humbly invite ?????????????????????? ????????????????????????, ????????????????????, and ?????????????????????????? ?????????????????????? to join us in this movement. By sourcing Asani pads for your students, employees, or community initiatives, you can take a simple yet powerful step toward menstrual equity and sustainability. Your support can help us reach more underserved communities while providing dignified livelihoods to women artisans. Join us in making a difference—spread the word and tag your friends! ??Link to Asani online store - https://asaninapkins.org/ Megha Desai | Parissa N. | Colby Siegel | Manoj Panda | Yati Desai | Mittal Gohil | Pragya Gupta | Divyesh Markana | Yash Choudhary #EmpowerHer #MenstrualHealth #ChangeLives #DesaiFoundation #Asani #MenstrualEquity #ngo #education #corporate #philanthropy #institution #CSR #CSRIndia

We are thrilled to announce our collaboration with CottonConnect Farmer Community Foundation for the "Menstrual Health & Hygiene Management Awareness and Livelihood Training" project in the Maharashtra region. Together, we aim to: ?Empower women and girls of rural villages with essential menstrual health education. ?Provide livelihood opportunities by training SHG women as Asani sanitary napkin distributors. ?Break cultural taboos, promote menstrual equity, and improve health and dignity. This initiative blends awareness, health promotion, and livelihood training to create a long-lasting impact in rural communities. By cultivating financial independence and menstrual equity, we envision healthier, stronger, and more empowered women leading the way! Join us in celebrating this journey towards change and sustainability. Together, we can make a difference! Megha Desai | Parissa N. | Neerja Patel | Colby Siegel | Manoj Panda | Yati Desai | Mittal Gohil #MenstrualHealth #WomenEmpowerment #CommunityImpact #CottonConnect #DesaiFoundationTrust #CottonConnectFarmerCommunityFoundation #SustainableDevelopment

Today, we celebrate the adoption of the Indian Constitution in 1950—a moment that marked India's transition into a sovereign, democratic republic. At the Desai Foundation, we honor this day by continuing our mission to uplift rural communities across India through programs in health, livelihood, and menstrual equity. Together, we can build a brighter, more inclusive future. Join us in making an impact—visit the link in our bio to support our work. Here’s to unity, progress, and the spirit of India! Jai Hind! ?? #RepublicDay #India #DesaiFoundation #CommunityImpact #Health #Livelihood #MenstrualEquity #JaiHind

EmpowerHer Initiative: Advancing Menstrual Health Across Madhya Pradesh, Mahila Police Thana. We are excited to launch EmpowerHer, in partnership with Grihum Housing Finance Limited, to improve menstrual health and hygiene in 52 districts of Madhya Pradesh. This initiative focuses on female police personnel and the broader community, combining awareness, education, and access to menstrual products. Key Highlights: ? Awareness sessions at Police HQ and Bhopal Mahila Thana, engaging police personnel across all districts. ? Installation of 52 sanitary napkin vending machines at police stations, benefiting to women annually. Together, we are breaking stigma, promoting hygiene practices, and fostering inclusive environments. Let’s empower those who protect us daily! Megha Desai | Parissa N. | Neerja Patel | Colby Siegel | Manoj Panda | Yati Desai | Mittal Gohil #EmpowerHer #MenstrualHealth #GenderEquity #CommunityImpact #MadhyaPradesh #TheDesaiFoundationTrust #GrihumHousingFinanceLimited #HealthAndHygiene #SocialChange #WomenEmpowerment

We are thrilled to share a momentous milestone: The Desai Foundation has now impacted over 10 MILLION lives across rural India through our health, livelihood, and menstrual equity programs! This achievement is a testament to the power of collective action. It would not have been possible without the unwavering support of our donors, supporters, and partners who believe in our mission to cultivate dignity and resilience in the communities we serve. From health camps to vocational training and menstrual health initiatives, every effort brings us closer to creating sustainable change. This journey has been extraordinary, and we couldn’t have done it without YOU. Thank you for being part of this transformative impact. Together, we celebrate this incredible milestone and look forward to empowering millions more. TE Connectivity | Blue Cloud Ventures | Nandansons International, Inc. | Merrill Lynch | Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management | JPMorganChase | Guru Krupa Foundation Inc | The Pad Project | Jeavio | Larsen & Toubro | Evalueserve | Gujarat Alkalies and Chemicals Limited | TATA AIG General Insurance Company Limited | Maharashtra Natural Gas Limited | SCOR | Svatantra Microfin Pvt. Ltd. | Clinton Global Initiative | RANAVAT | Spicewell | Raghni Naidu Megha Desai | Parissa N. | Neerja Patel | Colby Siegel | Manoj Panda | Yati Desai | Mittal Gohil | Ari Afsar | Moha Desai | Santhana Krishnan | Sindhya Valloppillil | Yash Shah | Shivani Desai #DesaiFoundation #10MillionLives #Empowerment #RuralIndia #HealthForAll #Livelihood #MenstrualEquity #CelebrateChange