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Shanthi FoundationReg. BNB (U) JNR 575 · 80G · FCRA Donate

A small trust with a long reach.

We work with poor, distressed and underprivileged people to improve literacy, health and their chances of earning a living, so that families can stand on their own.

Our story

From one visitor's idea to a registered trust.

The foundation began with an idea from Dr. Raymond Abrezol, a Swiss dentist, after he visited India in 2006. Ms. Prabhata Nalini Mishra formed the charitable trust in February 2008.

The trust is run by its trustees together with experienced administrators and teachers. About 166 students in Bangalore, Mysore and Odisha currently benefit from its educational support.

  1. 2006

    The idea

    Dr. Raymond Abrezol, a Swiss dentist, visits India. The idea for the foundation begins here.

  2. 2008

    The trust is registered

    Shanti Foundation India is registered on 11 February 2008 (BNB (U) JNR 575) in Jayanagar, Bangalore.

  3. 2011

    80G tax exemption

    Donations become exempt under Section 80G(5)(vi) by order of 21 June 2011, effective from 2010-11.

  4. Today

    166 students supported

    Gokula Play Home, Shanti Niketan Evening School and Chaya Vocational Centre run alongside education sponsorship, healthcare and counselling.

What we work towards

Mission

Literacy, health and economic and occupational betterment for the poor and underprivileged.

We help students move forward in their education and help families become self-reliant. Our work reaches children, teenagers, adults and women, including senior citizens and people dealing with addiction.

Vision

Reaching other Indian states, and starting a free residential school.

We plan to extend beyond one geographic area to other Indian states, serving urban slum dwellers and rural communities regardless of language, religion or social status.

Our people

Board of trustees

Nithya M

President

Ms. Prabhata Nalini Mishra

Life Secretary & Treasurer

Mr. Ramachandra Rao

Trustee

How we work

Run on the helping hands of the community.

We are a voluntary charitable organisation depending on the helping hands of people from the community. Our services aim at the communal upliftment of people in need.

Join them

Main supporter

Fondation Shanti, Switzerland

Local & event sponsors

  • The Peoples Trust, Jayanagar
  • Surabhi Ladies Club, Jayanagar
  • Lioness Club of Sarakki, Bangalore

Registration & compliance

Trust registration
BNB (U) JNR 575, dated 11 Feb 2008
Income tax
80G(5)(vi), order dated 21 Jun 2011
Foreign contributions
FCRA registered, Ministry of Home Affairs