Ken Foundation

Empowers communities to tackle global issues like inequality and climate change through impactful social initiatives and advocacy

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About

  • Headquarters

    Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh

  • Since

    2009

The Ken Foundation, a non-profit entity, actively champions causes such as climate change, social entrepreneurship, and sustainability. It has hosted Read morenumerous impactful social events and programmes over the last fifteen years, driven by its unwavering dedication to these causes. Despite challenges, its strong commitment to these endeavours empowers it to effect meaningful change for societal betterment. Initially founded in 2009 under the name "KEN," which symbolizes "awareness," the organisation's primary objective was to cultivate social awareness and responsibility. Now deeply involved in multiple social initiatives, it comprises a team of dedicated individuals who advocate for education, compassion, and collaboration. In the coming decade, the Ken Foundation persists in its mission to address pressing global issues—inequality and climate change—steadfastly. It acknowledges the forthcoming challenges but remains resolute in its determination to create a lasting impact despite their formidable nature.

Programs

  • Calamity & Disaster Relief Programme

    The organisation extends disaster relief support during calamities such as cyclones and floods, aiding affected communities with relief materials, food distribution, and support for various vulnerable groups, including daily wage laborers, sex workers, and marginalised individuals. It actively responded to crises like the HudHud and Titli cyclones, Chennai floods, and the COVID-19 pandemic, offering ration kits, PPE distribution, alternative livelihoods, and assistance to shelters and frontline workers, demonstrating care and support for those in need across rural and urban areas.

  • Community Development Programme

    The organisation actively engages in community development by conducting various activities such as distributing basic necessities, supporting orphanages and old age homes, organizing celebrations on occasions like Independence Day and Diwali, and engaging in initiatives like cleanliness drives, blood donation camps, and health awareness programmes. It empowers marginalized groups like transgender individuals, undertakes education and nutrition support for children, and promotes social engagement through outings and events, aiming to foster a sense of dignity and well-being among the underprivileged. Additionally, it initiates projects promoting road safety, mountaineering, and outdoor activities for children while distributing essentials like warm clothing, kitchen items, and winter supplies to those in need.

  • Differently Abled & Para Sports Programmes

    The organisation actively supports differently-abled individuals and para-sports by facilitating events like the AP Para Badminton Championship, providing sports kits and nutrition support to para-athletes, and organising initiatives such as skill development classes and documentation assistance for para games. It celebrates World Braille Day, extends financial aid to para sports in Andhra Pradesh, and conducts various events like the AP Blind Games, Para Kabaddi, and badminton championships. Furthermore, it promotes awareness and facilitates counter setups like "MAY I HELP YOU" to aid differently-abled individuals, emphasizing their inclusion and recognition within society.

  • Education & Livelihood Programmes

    The organisation actively engages in educational and livelihood programmes by conducting various initiatives such as distributing books, stationery kits, and footwear to children in need. It celebrates occasions like Children's Day, Independence Day, and festive events, hosting outings to places like Kailasagiri Hilltop and zoos for orphanage kids. Additionally, it provides educational support by offering computer education in Government schools, donating study materials to public libraries, and facilitating sessions on life skills and opportunities for youth empowerment. Moreover, it creates awareness against child labour in urban slums, supports digital literacy among vulnerable children, and provides nutritional aid to orphanages, emphasizing the importance of education and holistic development for underprivileged youth.

  • Environment & Conservation Programmes

    The organisation actively contributes to environmental conservation through various initiatives such as beach cleanups, water bowl distributions for animals and birds, and projects like "Operation Red Hills" and "Vanjangi Hill Cleanup." It organises coastal cleanups, including the Vizag Coastal Cleanup, emphasizing environmental protection on occasions like Environment Day. Moreover, volunteers engage in efforts to distribute and paint water bowls for thirsty birds and animals, promoting their well-being and contributing to conservation efforts. The consistent focus on cleanups and water bowl projects underscores the organisation's commitment to preserving and protecting the environment for the benefit of wildlife and ecosystems.

Leadership Team

  • Santosh Pulletykurty

    Founder

  • B B Ranjith Kumar

    Director - Climate Change and Environment

  • B R Naidu

    Director - Education

  • Srinivas Nammi

    Director - Advocacy and Community Engagement

  • K B V M Krishna Prasad

    Director - Programme Implementation

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    No

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Registration Details

  • Registration ID

    156 of 2013

  • VO ID / Darpan ID

    AP/2021/0283433

  • FCRA

    Not Available

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Society