Praveen Dhandapani's fundraiser for Vibha Striders

Fundraising for Vibha Striders 2023

One of the fun things I look forward to when I go home to India is watching the city go by as I roam around in a rickshaw, my favorite mode of transportation. While there are innumerable sights to enjoy, the sight that invariably tugs my heart is watching all the "little people" touting their wares at every traffic light. A morose reminder of how hard life can be if you are not privileged enough to get a good start. Fortunately, there are organizations like Vibha, with a mission to create a brighter future for these children.

And I am attempting to make a difference in my own way. "I take the pain, you take the gain" will be my motto as I enlist your help in raising funds for Vibha (more on this below :)). So please join me and help me contribute to this worthy cause. I promise to give my all and pull through on my commitment.

What is Vibha? A short introduction and explanation of, Vibha by CEO Ashwini Kumar.

Vibha is committed to bringing together both the public and private sector to strengthen infrastructure and provide mechanisms for sustainable access to education. Through Vibha's model of seed, scale, and grow, our projects, as an example, have helped expand public education programs from 15 to 43,000 schools in one state in India. As a result, this success has now become the template to expand to other states.

We believe that moulding young minds will give them the freedom to choose a better life. 

Every dollar we raise, is another massive step to helping these kids achieve their dreams.

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Vibha is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization with a vision to ensure that every child attains his or her right to quality public education. Our mission is to enable scalable solutions to drive excellence in the quality of public education. Vibha uses Seed, Scale, and Grow model to ensure that a ‘scalable, sustainable and replicable’ end result is achievable and continue to extend the reach of our solutions with quick turnaround time. One of our core principles is to ensure that every project makes optimal use of the resources and funds available, to develop a community centered on innovative thinking.

https://vibha.org/

About Vibha

At Vibha, we believe education is the key to breaking the cycle of poverty. Since 1991, we have transformed the lives of 4.8 million children, empowering them through access to quality public education. As a platinum-rated, volunteer-driven nonprofit, Vibha collaborates with grassroots organizations, government agencies, and communities across India and the USA to enhance learning outcomes in government schools, providing equal opportunities for all children.

Our multifaceted approach focuses on addressing specific educational needs, investing in professional development for educators, integrating technology to drive data-informed decisions, and engaging communities to create lasting impact. We partner with stakeholders at every level, ensuring long-term sustainability and meaningful progress.

What sets Vibha apart is its network of highly skilled professionals from various sectors, united by a shared vision of transforming education. Our volunteers, donors, and supporters bring expertise and passion to the mission, making real change possible.

With over $24 million raised and invested in proven educational models, Vibha remains committed to building a brighter future for children. Together, we are not just supporters but partners for change, working towards a more inclusive and prosperous society.

All donations to Vibha are tax deductible. Vibha is a 501(c)(3) organization, registered in the USA in the State of New Jersey. Vibha's Tax ID is 22-3122761.