The Forward Foundation
Revitalizes water bodies and fosters community engagement for holistic transformation in Bengaluru
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About
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Headquarters
Bangalore, Karnataka
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Since
2013
The Forward Foundation, initiated by a dedicated group, aims for comprehensive change through active community involvement. Led by Late Ramesh Sivaram Read more, it focuses on revitalizing water bodies, notably in Bengaluru. Ramesh, an Environmental engineer, catalyzed the formation of citizen groups citywide, fostering local responsibility for civic tasks and water conservation. Despite his passing in January 2020, his legacy fuels the organisation's ongoing endeavours.
Action
The Forward Foundation works on projects including rainwater harvesting, tree plantation, lake restoration, solar energy, and wildlife conservation.
Cause Area
Impact
The Forward Foundation has reached over 15 million people, worked with 20,000+ volunteers, planted 50,000+ trees, and completed 90+ projects across 7+ states.
Vision & Mission
The Forward Foundation's mission is to establish a harmonious relationship between humanity and nature through projects that benefit both communities and the planet.
Programs
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Citizen Engagement & Solution Development
The Forward Foundation facilitates positive citizen engagement by providing templates for participation. These templates allow citizens to contribute modularly to comprehensive development initiatives led by volunteers. Moreover, it collaborates with governmental bodies at various tiers to formulate impactful solutions spanning civic amenities, environmental preservation, and livelihood enhancement. Detailed project reports and diligent implementation complement these efforts.
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Advocacy & Innovator Incubation
The Forward Foundation serves as a platform for evaluating and refining policies, facilitating input from diverse stakeholders to enhance policy implementation. Additionally, it supports innovators by guiding them in transforming their ideas into actionable initiatives. It also fosters connections between innovators and relevant stakeholders, aiding in the launch and scalability of innovative projects for long-term sustainability.
Milestones & Track Record
The Forward Foundation has completed major projects in rainwater harvesting, lake restoration, and wildlife conservation efforts.
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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PAN Card
AACTT4631Q
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Registration ID
AACTT4631Q
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VO ID / Darpan ID
KA/2020/0265765
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AACTT4631QE20206
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AACTT4631QF20214
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FCRA
Not Available
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CSR Registration Number
Not Available
Location
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Headquarters
No. 77, Sri Nilayam, 1st floor, Ranga Rao road, Shankarpuram. Near Brahmins Cafe, Basavanagudi, Bangalore, 560004
Directions
Other Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit
Trust