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Like all proud Indians and NRIs, we too, want to make India a better country. Even after the typically fierce “but India has a great history” retort, we look down embarrassed and helpless in terms of our rural youth being misguided and unemployed. The education system in rural India suffers both on poor infrastructure as well as an abysmal quality of education.A short clip above gives an overview of our work. Also there are related articles by Dr. Rishikesha T Krishnan, Director, IIM Indore. We have been very lucky to have had the stalwarts from the education &amp; social entrepreneurship sector (Professors from IIM Indore, Bangalore, Udaipur &amp; TISS; Caring Friends, Mumbai, Other NGO entrepreneurs like Vinayak Lohani) and tie-ups with institutions like Head-Held High &amp; Goonj Delhi) guide us through our journey of trying to bring around this paradigm shift. 
 We need your contribution to help the youth realize their dreams. Lets together give them our support and guidance and do our part in giving back to the society we feel proud to be a part of!SSES through its educational initiative SSISM empowers the rural youth with access to quality higher education and employment opportunities. It offers graduation courses with transportation to rural students from the interiors of Madhya Pradesh (70 KM radius). Free computer access education is provided to school children. Special focus is on girl education and parent counseling. Out of 1050 students; 70% are girls, few being university toppers. SSES provides placement &amp; entrepreneurship opportunities to students by exposing them to current industry needs every 6 months via industry visits, training, updated curriculum, vocational training etc. Spoken English classes from Head-Held High, Bangalore headed by CNN IBN Awardee aims to bridge the crucial communication gap that poses a big challenge of these students. 
 SSES target to impact minimum 10,000 direct beneficiaries per year. These include students, their families and all who wants to become self reliant.Since 2010; we have imparted courses &amp; training's to nearly 6000 people. A paradigm shift from being aloof to being aware and focused to parents encouraging their girls to study and become independent have been our key achievements. Some of the achievements are: 1050 total students, 60% girls from 200 villages, 4000+ villagers trained in the basics of computers, 10+ entrepreneurship projects, 14 university toppers, 3 university sports captain and 70+ placements in national and multi-national companies.SSISM alumnis being role models, girls making an exemplary mark by being independent and proving themselves, Emergence of local entrepreneurs. Girls who decide to stay in village are much sought after as teachers at primary and secondary schools, allied industries and occupations like dairy farming, retailing, etc. They are proving to be more aware and dedicated for their family occupation, like farming.

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The Satsang Foundation is spearheading transformation of young minds through its educational initiatives: Satsang Vidyalaya  and Satsang Skill Dev Centre in Madanapalle, Andhra Pradesh, and Chanda Satsang Vidyalaya in Lathira, Uttar Pradesh, providing free education and meals to all.

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The Satsang Foundation works towards protecting ecosystems, promoting sustainable practices, and raising environmental awareness through partnerships with communities, governments, and corporations. These initiatives support conservation, water management, waste reduction, and education, empowering individuals to act for a healthier planet and a more sustainable future..

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The Satsang Foundation was founded by Sri M in 1994 on the principles of Service, Community welfare, and the Welfare of all living beings, by encouraging the active pursuit of uniting divine Truth (Sat) and Togetherness (Sangha). Based on its objectives, the foundation has contributed its mite for all-around and holistic improvement of the society. Over the years, Sri M’s efforts as a social reformer and educationist have given rise to many successful initiatives in the Education, Health &amp; environment sectors.  The Foundation actively conceptualizes, organizes and executes activities and initiatives that bring true reformation and change in human minds for a better, more inclusive and truly united world.Key Focus Areas <ul><li>Free Education with nutritious Meals for underprivileged Children</li></ul>The Foundation’s community welfare initiatives are focused on providing free education and nutrition for children, especially of those communities who may lack the opportunity of receiving basic education and succeed in an urban environment.<ul><li>Affordable Healthcare</li></ul>The Foundation works towards providing affordable and accessible healthcare in centres across India which are devoid of basic functional healthcare facilities.<ul><li>Promote Equality, Interfaith Harmony, Peace</li></ul>The Foundation engages in initiatives and social awareness programs that actively promote unity and human equality - amidst religions, race, status, caste and creed across the world and especially in India, where these values can become the root cause of social strife. <ul><li>Ecological Preservation, Sustainable Living and Environmental Conservation</li></ul>The Foundation actively works towards environmental conservation, self-sustainable ecological initiatives through its projects - MyTree and The Sacred Grove for Exploring Consciousness. <ul><li>Relief and Aid with Meal Distribution Programs</li></ul>The Foundation works towards providing relief and aid to the needy across India through its meal and essential items distribution programs etc.<ul><li>Leadership programs, Dialogues &amp; Satsangs</li></ul>The Foundation organises leadership programs, talks and Satsangs under the tutelage of Sri M for promoting Scientific and Psychological investigation, both inwards and outwards towards “non-spiritual” and “spiritual matters” to free the mind from depression, sorrow, superstition and myth and for a stress-free life and mindful living.The Foundation strives towards the promotion of the Universal Indian Philosophical Texts, Spiritual Literature from across the globe, Non-linear educational curriculums, fine arts, and classical music.The Registered office is located in Bangalore, Karnataka and the Head Quarter is situated in Madanapalle, Andhra Pradesh, India.The foundation is currently active across India, touching millions of lives with the support of donors and volunteers.

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Support Required - Various modes of sponsorships are available. Sponsor an Out Patient service - INR 500Covers doctors’ consultation, nursing charges, basic diagnosis and free medicines (where possible) Sponsor an In-Patient - INR 15,000Covers 3 days of hospital stay bed charges, doctors’ consultation, minor surgical interventions Sponsor an Outreach Camp - INR 40,000Each camp covers approx. 120-150 patients in terms of screening, diagnosis, free distribution of medicines across several villages in and around Madanapalle, A.P. Visit <a href="https://swaasthyahospitals.com" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">https://swaasthyahospitals.com</a> for more information

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Access to quality healthcare should never depend on where you’re born or how much you can pay. And that’s exactly what Swaasthya - The Satsang Foundation’s healthcare initiative - is working towards in Madanapalle, Andhra Pradesh.Swaasthya is a 53-bed hospital dedicated to making affordable, holistic medical services accessible to all:<ul><li>Free consultations</li><li>24/7 emergency care,</li><li>Mobile outreach camps,</li><li>Preventive health screening,</li><li>On site pharmacy</li></ul>To date, 19,300+ patients have been treated, 110+ outreach clinics held, and 6,500+ individuals screened.Most patients come from low income households, and all receive treatment free of cost or at heavily subsidized rates.Why Your Monthly Support Is Crucial for SWAASTHYARunning the Swaasthya Hospital requires about ₹40-45 lakhs a month (around ₹5 crores a year). Consistent donations help us plan outreach camps, cover surgeries, and keep life-saving emergency care always ready.Your monthly contribution will help ensure that no patient is turned away, no family has to choose between debt and survival, and no child grows up without access to basic healthcare.Monthly Giving Options•	₹2,500/month: Care for 5 out-patients (60 in a year)•	₹5,000/month: Care for 10 out-patients (120 in a year)•	₹7,500/month: Care for 15 out-patients (180 in a year)•	₹15,000/month: Sponsor 1 in-patient’s hospital stay for surgery/delivery•	₹40,000/month: Sponsor an outreach camp that takes holistic care to villages around MadanapalleExamples of Swaasthya's Impact in Action•	A 60 year old man in renal failure arrived unconscious, with no urine output and dangerously low oxygen. The emergency team stabilized him, convinced the distressed family to continue care, and safely transferred him for dialysis. Today, he is back for follow-ups, alive because care came in time.•	A 17 year old boy with diabetes and epilepsy collapsed after weeks without medication. The ICU team worked round the clock with insulin, fluids, and emergency support-stabilizing him and ensuring safe transfer. His recovery reminds us why consistent, skilled care changes the future.Be the reason healing never stops.Support Swaasthya with a monthly gift today.

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Based on the vision of sustainable living of our founder Sri M, The Satsang Foundation (TSF) established two Gaushalas - one at the Madanapalle Ashram and the other at The Sacred Grove (TSF’s Wellness Centre) in Chowdepalle, Andhra Pradesh. A total of 29 indigenous Gir, Sahiwal, Rathi and Tharkapar cows are cared for in the gaushalas.The Satsang Gaushala at the Madanapalle AshramThis gaushala was carved out of Sri M’s personal garden in September 2019 to create a loving home for Gir and Sahiwal cows. This gentle space adorned with traditional murals nurtures 6 cows and 1 young bull calf.Salient Features:-  Provides fresh milk, buttermilk, and ghee for the in-house community kitchen Madhu Ki Rasoi, which offers Annadaanam all through the year to visitors, volunteers and residents at the Ashram and students and staff of The Satsang Vidyalaya.-   Fuels the kitchen with natural biogas, reducing usage of expensive cooking gas.Gaushala Kshetra within The Sacred GroveThis tranquil Gaushala is Vrindavan incarnate in Chowdepalle. Canopied by Kadamba trees and pulsating with the notes of the flute, the gaushala is home to 20 Gir, Sahiwal and Rathi cows.Salient features:- Promotes eco-friendly farming practices through calf adoption: Gau-Paalan (care and nourishment of cows) of indigenous breeds is encouraged by inviting the neighbouring farmers to adopt calves of indigenous breeds for their propagation and organic agriculture practices.-We have partnered with government projects by offering male calves to support semen banks of indigenous breeds and financial support for the farmers to nurture the calves in their farms.- We have set up a cold-pressed oil extraction unit to promote a healthier lifestyle.On an average, the annual maintenance cost for a cow at the Gaushalas amounts to ₹60,000. This covers the full cost of food, shelter, supplies and medical treatment for 1 cow for a whole year. It also takes care of administrative expenses, such as, staff salaries, transportation of supplies, shelter &amp; grazing land maintenance, etc.Sponsorship Options: Adopt 1 cow for a month: ₹5,000Adopt 5 cows for a month: ₹25,000Adopt 10 cows for a month: ₹50,000Adopt 1 cow for a year: ₹60,000Adopt 5 cows for a year: ₹3,00,000Adopt 10 cows for a year: ₹6,00,000 Support our this sacred cause and earn blessings!

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India is facing a severe water crisis, characterized by extreme water scarcity, contaminated surface water, and limited access to piped water supply. Climate change effects such as droughts and rising sea levels further exacerbate the challenge of accessing safe water and sanitation.In urban environs, overexploitation of groundwater, inadequate rainwater harvesting, and poor sewage management leading to contamination of groundwater and water bodies, are some of the issues. Natural ecosystems are ravaged due to dying water bodies, soil erosion and flooding during the monsoons.Faced with rapidly declining water reserves in India, Satsang Jal Seva Sangatan (SJSS), an initiative of The Satsang Foundation, is working spiritedly to meet this critical challenge. Honouring our founder, Sri M’s message of water as a sacred element (Apas), we have pledged to make every Indian city self-sufficient in its water needs.Key projects/initiatives undertaken till date:<ol><li>Aviral Godavari Mission: The Aviral Godavari Mission, launched in November 2022, aims to revive the Godavari River into its perennial glory. The Godavari River, starting from the Trimbak range near Nashik, faces deforestation, rainwater runoff, and soil erosion challenges. The Satsang Foundation, under its umbrella of Environment initiatives, launched Project Aviral Godavari Mission jointly with Namami Goda Foundation, aiming to rejuvenate the source of the Godavari River at Brahmagiri, Trimbakeshwar, District-Nashik.</li><li>C20 Working Group: In 2023, The Satsang Foundation formed and led the C20 Working Group (the G20's official Civil Society engagement group) on “Revival of Rivers and Water Management”, under Sri M’s guidance while he was a member of the C20 Core Committee. The working group conducted interactions with global figures in this field over 5 months, and submitted policy recommendations to the G20 Leadership.</li><li>Recharging ground water: Creation of percolation wells, cleaning water bodies (ponds, lakes) and implementation of rainwater harvesting in individual homes, building complexes.</li><li>Water wastage prevention: Awareness creation on ways to conserve water amongst students, apartment dwellers and office goers.</li></ol>Impact till date:41 M+ Liters of Water Conserved; 10+ Water bodies Conserved; 25 Check dams Built; 9000+ Students sensitized.We seek your financial assistance for the ambitious projects and initiatives of the Satsang Jal Seva Sangatan.Your contribution will go a long way in helping us execute our water conservation projects and further enhance our impact in society. Pledge your support, donate now!

Satsang Jal Seva Sangatan - Satsang Foundation’s pledge to revive our most precious resource

My Bhoomi, founded in October 2023, aims to position sustainable living as the spirit of our times and of the coming age, where conscious choices become a norm. We believe that a reduced ecological footprint, equitable socio-economic growth, and an overall improved quality of life must go hand-in-hand, none advancing at the cost of the others. As its first crucial step to this end, My Bhoomi takes aim at the plastic pollution that litters our environment. Key projects undertaken till date:<ul><li> Plogging: We organize plogging events where volunteers of all ages unite to clean plastic waste from public areas and environmentally sensitive zones. Collected plastic is then sent for proper processing and recycling.</li><li>Educating Future Generations: The Satsang Foundation (TSF) partnered with The Academic Advisors (TAA) on their Sagar Mitra program to educate students (Grades 5-9) on plastic waste and its impact, turning them into environmental protectors through a hands-on curriculum.</li><li>The Bhoomi Bag: My Bhoomi has introduced 100% compostable bioplastic bags and upcycled fabric bags, reducing reliance on harmful PET plastics.</li><li>E-Waste Recycling: E-waste management helps prevent harmful toxins like lead, mercury, and cadmium from polluting soil and water while conserving valuable raw materials like copper, gold, and rare earth metals.</li></ul> Impact till date: 40+ Plogging Drives in Indian cities 160+ kg e-Waste Collected 2000+ Students engaged through TSF-Sagar Mitra workshopsNew projects are being planned to encourage communities across India and elsewhere to become more sustainable through lifestyle choices.We seek your financial assistance for the projects and initiatives of MyBhoomi. Your contribution will go a long way in helping us execute projects and further enhance our impact in society.Pledge your support, donate now!

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MyTree is inspired by the Sanskrit word – Maitri – meaning amity. Amity conforms to the concept of Manav Ekta (oneness of humanity) propounded by Sri M, the founder of The Satsang Foundation. By encouraging an individual/community-led partnership to plant trees, a natural human alliance will be formed to ensure a sustainable relationship with nature.MyTree involves schools and colleges, residential groups, corporates as well as private and government entities in planting indigenous trees in high-survival-rate projects, from low to very high-density plantation, as well as in creation and preservation of support ecosystems (such as grasslands).Key projects undertaken till date:●     Creation of Urban Dense Forests: As one instance, The Satsang Foundation (TSF), in partnership with other organizations, launched a plantation project at Indian Maritime University in Chennai, and planted 15,000 native saplings to create a dense, self-sustaining urban forest. The project, part of TSF's larger initiative to create "Urban Dense Forests", involves planting native species to rapidly increase green cover, purify air, lower temperatures and improve local ecology overall, and more such projects have been undertaken in different locations across cities.●     Plantation Drives: Plantation of saplings of local tree species have been organized near residential neighborhoods, public places and industrial areas in Bangalore, Chandigarh, Chennai, The Sacred Grove at Chowdepalle, Coimbatore, Delhi, Ernakulam, Hyderabad, Madanapalle, Mumbai, Nagpur, Nashik, Pune and The Peepal Grove School at Sadum, Andhra Pradesh.●     Each One, Plant Two Movement: This movement encourages the planting of saplings in an individual capacity, nurturing and caring for them in the spirit of Maitri – friendship with Nature.●     MyTree Academy Workshops: These workshops are being carried out in schools by trained MyTree volunteers to sensitize them to blossom into environmental stewards. Saplings are being given to students to nurture, until they are ready to be transplanted.●     I Grow My Greens: Seed packets have been distributed for 23 different plants and trees that have essential nutritional value, are of native varieties contributing to the biodiversity of the specific geographical location, and are easy to grow with little maintenance.Impact till date:70,000+ Trees planted; 32,000+ Seedballs sown; 70+ MyTree Academy workshops; 9000+ Students sensitized to environmental conservation. Your generous donation will help us expand these programs and support our ongoing collaborations with NGOs, government organizations, schools, individuals, and corporations.Pledge your support, donate now!Together, we can safeguard India's natural environment for generations to come.