About
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Headquarters
Bangalore, Karnataka
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Since
2015
Bosch India Foundation serves as the corporate social responsibility (CSR) wing of the Bosch Group, dedicated to fostering holistic village developmen Read moret for sustainable progress. Notably, Bosch maintains the largest development center in India, outside of Germany, specializing in end-to-end engineering and technology solutions. The Bosch Group operates through twelve distinct companies in India, including Bosch Limited, the leading entity of the Bosch Group in the country. Since establishing its manufacturing presence in India in 1951, Bosch has expanded to comprise 16 manufacturing facilities and seven development and application centres. Bosch's core ethos centres on enhancing people's quality of life through innovative, advantageous products and services. The value of responsibility is central to its commitment, extending to society, environmental preservation, product quality, customers, employees, and emerging talent. Bosch's commitment aligns with legal and universal regulations, with a focus on promoting economic, environmental, and social responsibility to enhance lives and secure the future for all. Its objectives include making renewable energy more accessible, refining mobility for safety, cleanliness, and efficiency, and advancing eco-friendly products across all domains. Its work includes the improvement of 80 villages around various Bosch locations in Anekal and Bidadi (Karnataka), Nashik (Maharastra) and Jaipur (Rajasthan).
Programs
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Vocational Training Programme - BRIDGE
StateBosch Foundation's BRIDGE programme aims to enhance the employability of underprivileged, school dropout youth in India. This short-term, three-month initiative offers comprehensive vocational training, including soft skills, industry-specific training, social skills, and on-the-job training. The focus is on preparing these young individuals for organised or semi-organized job sectors. After completing the programme, BRIDGE candidates receive 100% job placement support, benefiting sectors like automotive dealerships, telecommunications, hospitality, retail, and ITES/BPO. To date, BRIDGE has impacted over 40,000 youth, providing them access to formal job sectors with better conditions and remuneration. Bosch also addresses the challenge of training trainers and collaborates with state governments in a successful public-private partnership model, enhancing vocational training in India.
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Health, Hygiene & Education Programme
The Bosch Foundation is dedicated to improving the health, hygiene, and education of underprivileged children. It runs the Child Health Development Programme (CHDP) focusing on students aged 6 to 15 in Government schools. The programme includes health camps, hygiene awareness sessions, and support for medical treatment through NGO partners. Additionally, the Foundation aids in upgrading public health centres and constructs clean toilets at schools, providing maintenance oversight. In terms of education, Bosch enhances learning by setting up computer labs, offering science education through mobile labs, and providing English teachers and life skills training. Its Mobile Science Lab, Lab in a Box, and Lab on a Bike initiative promote interactive learning, particularly in science, reaching remote schools. Bosch Foundation's holistic efforts aim to create a brighter future for these disadvantaged children.
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Neighbourhoods Project
The Bosch Foundation undertakes Neighbourhood Projects in various regions, tailored to local community needs. These projects encompass Shyanumangala Lake Rejuvenation, aimed at preserving biodiversity and supporting local communities through the restoration of a vital water source. The Nashik Run, organised by Bosch and other corporates, raises funds for various charitable initiatives, benefiting the economically disadvantaged. Check Dams, a CSR project by Nashik Plant management, reduces water erosion, while Reverse Osmosis (RO) Plants in Jaipur provide clean drinking water to villagers. The Foundation also supports the Akshaya Patra Foundation in operating a centralized mid-day meal Kitchen, offering nutritious meals to thousands of Government school children in Bengaluru's outskirts, thus facilitating both sustenance and access to education.
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Artisan Training Centre Programme
The Artisan Training Centre, established by Bosch in 2015, has a primary objective to nurture a workforce of skilled and proficient artisans capable of meeting the evolving demands and expectations of customers and markets in fields like Carpentry, Plumbing, and Electrical work. These Master and Multiplier centres are equipped with a comprehensive array of tools, including Bosch Power Tools, and their training methodology is rooted in German principles of thoroughness (Gründlichkeit) and passion (Leidenschaft) to ensure the highest standards of craftsmanship and dedication.
Leadership Team
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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12A
AABTB3462EE20089
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80G
AABTB3462EF20087
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FCRA
Not Available
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CSR Registration Number
Not Available
Location
Other Details
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Parent Organisation
Bosch Group
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit