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Gramin Vikas Vigyan Samiti

Promotes Gandhian principles of community development and village self-rule, supporting people in rural India through participatory and inclusive interventions

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  • 80G
  • 12A
  • CSR-1
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About

  • Headquarters

    Jodhpur, Rajasthan

  • Since

    1984

GRAVIS, established in 1983, a voluntary organisation believes in Gandhian philosophy of ‘Sarvodya’ that means all have to rise but the poorest one fi Read morerst and ‘Gram Swaraj’ that means village self rule when working with the village communities. GRAVIS is a leading Non-Governmental Organization working in rural India in the States of Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, and the Bundelkhand region of Uttar Pradesh. Currently, GRAVIS' interventions support about 1.3 million people living in over 1,500 remote villages. GRAVIS believes in participatory community development that blends traditional knowledge and modern sciences and that promotes equality. Learn more about us and about what we do.

Demographies Served

Cause Area

Sector

Sub Sector

Vision & Mission

GRAVIS believes in Gandhian philosophy of ‘Sarvodya’ that means all have to rise but the poorest one first and ‘Gram Swaraj’ that means village self rule when working with the village communities. It helps them to gain more ownership and control over the village environment, institutions and become self-reliant.

Donor History

European Union (EU)
Helage International, UK
Charity Water, USA
EdelGIve Foundation, Mumbai
Azimprem Ji Foundation, Bangalore

Programs

  • Community Led Drought Mitigation

    District

    State

    The overall goal of the project would be to validate the effectiveness of the model through community ownership and leadership with a pilot phase leading into integrated village development and improved living conditions of desert communities.

  • Addressing Climate Change, Drought And Poverty In Thar

    State

    Contribute to poverty reduction in 40 villages of Thar Desert through establishing the validity of a communities-led, climate resilient, drought mitigation model affecting Small and Marginal Farmers

  • Addressing Climate Change, Drought and Poverty in Thar

    State

    Contribute to poverty reduction in 40 villages of Thar Desert through establishing the validity of a communities-led, climate resilient, drought mitigation model affecting Small and Marginal Farmers

Impact Metrics

  • Rainwater Harvesting Structures Constructed

    Year-wise Metrics
    • 2019-20 100
    • 2020-21 100
    • 2021-22 100

  • - Empowered Women Leaders in the Project Areas

    Year-wise Metrics
    • 2019-20 20
    • 2020-21 20
    • 2021-22 20

  • - Enhanced Understanding of Drought Migation Among School Going Children and Increase the Enrolment of Girl Children in Schools

    Year-wise Metrics
    • 2019-20 40
    • 2020-21 40
    • 2021-22 40

  • # of Vdcs

    Year-wise Metrics
    • 2020-21 10
    • 2021-22 10

  • Improved Livelihood and Food Security of Families

    Year-wise Metrics
    • 2019-20 140
    • 2020-21 140
    • 2021-22 120

  • Increased Water Security, Livelihood Security and Reduced Drudgery for People

    Year-wise Metrics
    • 2019-20 1400
    • 2020-21 1400
    • 2021-22 1200

  • - Empowered Women Leaders in the Project Areas

    Year-wise Metrics
    • 2019-20 20
    • 2020-21 20
    • 2021-22 20

  • - Enhanced Understanding of Drought Migation Among School Going Children and Increase the Enrolment of Girl Children in Schools

    Year-wise Metrics
    • 2019-20 40
    • 2020-21 40
    • 2021-22 40

  • # of Vdcs

    Year-wise Metrics
    • 2020-21 10
    • 2021-22 10

  • Improved Livelihood and Food Security of Families

    Year-wise Metrics
    • 2019-20 140
    • 2020-21 140
    • 2021-22 120

  • Increased Water Security, Livelihood Security and Reduced Drudgery for People

    Year-wise Metrics
    • 2019-20 140000
    • 2020-21 140000
    • 2021-22 120000

Theory of Change

Founded in 1983, GRAVIS has grown into one of the most respected NGOs in India with a strong international recognition. The organization was started by a small group of development activists who believed in participatory rural development, with very little resources but with a very strong commitment. GRAVIS began its work in about 20 villages and currently works in over 1,600 villages in Rajasthan, Uttarakhand, and the Bundelkhand region of Uttar Pradesh.
The Gandhian philosophy of Sarvodaya—all rising, but the last person first—is the basis of GRAVIS' strategy and approach. We work for the collective rise of men, women, and children, regardless of economic state, age, caste or religion. This philosophy is becoming increasingly pertinent as India's social incongruities widen the gap between rich and poor making the country’s shift into the modern age a bittersweet phenomenon.

Milestones & Track Record

Impact of GRAVIS work in field

Accomplishments till date
Rainwater harvesting structures constructed – Over 15,000
Schools founded/children enrolled – over100/over 8,500
Health support provided to – over 600,000 people
Patients treated every year – over 50,000
Area developed under pasture lands – over 700 hectares
Horticulture units – over 5,000
Farming households covered – over 70,000
- CBOs (VDCs, SHGs, other groups) formed and trained – Over 3,800 with over 57,000 members
Trainings organized (various topics) – about 500 in a year
Over 100 studies published

Leadership Team

  • Dr. Prakash Tyagi

    Secretary / Executive Director

  • Rajendra Kumar

    Sr. Program Coordinator

  • Rahul Mishra

    Sr. Program Coordinator

  • Sangeeta Inda

    Program Coordinator

  • Ramavtar Singh

    Finance Officer

Demographics & Structure

  • No. of Employees

    51-100

  • Strength of Governing Body

    7

  • Diversity Metrics

    20% women

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    Yes

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Organisation Structure

Organisation Structure

Yes

Awards & Recognitions

1. National Mahatma Gandhi Award, 2021 by Govt of M.P. in recognition of its work in the spheres of water security, agriculture, older people’s development, health, education and women empowerment following the Gandhian ideology in 2021
2. Jamnalal Bajaj Foundation Award for constructive work 2017
3. Certificate of Merit for Recognition in CSR work by World CSR Congress and Thought Leaders in 2017
4. Giving Back Award for Best NGO Category in Environment by UBM India in 2015
5. The International Alliance for Women Award for women empowerment in 2012
6. Spirit of Humanity Award for women health by AmeriCares in 2011
7. State level Pani Paryawran Award by Dalmia Trust in 2009

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    AAATG1783G

  • Registration ID

    204/1983-84

  • 12A

    AAATG1783GÈ20214

  • 80G

    AAATG1783GF20214

  • FCRA

    125610001

  • CSR Registration Number

    CSR00001526

Location

  • Headquarters

    3/437, Milkmen Colony Pal Road, Jodhpur, 342008

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Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Society

Website

Financial Details

 Income / Expenses

  • 2019-20

    Income
    Rs.101,584,799
    Expenses
    Rs.101,456,787
    Admin Expenses
    Rs.20,291,357
    Program Expenses
    Rs.81,165,430
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  • 2020-21

    Income
    Rs.150,770,313
    Expenses
    Rs.150,463,852
    Admin Expenses
    Rs.37,615,963
    Program Expenses
    Rs.112,847,889
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  • 2021-22

    Income
    Rs.219,168,010
    Expenses
    Rs.219,026,735
    Admin Expenses
    Rs.17,522,138
    Program Expenses
    Rs.201,504,597
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