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NGO TOYBANK NGO TIGI NGO VIPLA
Foundation
Operating under The Opentree Foundation, Toybank is a
non-government, nonprofit organization based in India. Over the course of the
It aims to use the power of play to promote children's year, we have helped over
holistic development, especially for marginalized 150 cats and 50 dogs in
children. As a part of our CAS Programme, we partnered collaboration with the TIGI
with Toybank to convert classrooms into play spaces for Foundation, a Mumbai-
less-privileged children, helping them develop lifelong based NGO that works
skills such as critical thinking, communication, and socio- with stray animals. The
emotional learning. Each week, we lead children through foundation provides life-
saving medical care, feeds
short physical activities followed by group-based 'edu- hundreds of strays, and
tainment' sessions. These activities foster teamwork, w o r k s t o g e t t h e m
collaboration, and also reinforce math and English fostered or adopted. We
concepts. Our ongoing partnership has allowed us to have assisted with feeding animals in Bandra and
witness the transformative effects of play-based visited TIGI’s shelter in Karjat, where we learned about
education. What begins as a simple board game often caring for geriatric, sick, and disabled strays and helped
becomes a meaningful platform to teach patience, with daily check-ups. DAIS students regularly volunteer
perseverance, problem-solving, and empathy. Through with TIGI, supporting feeding routes and advocating for
regular interaction and facilitation, we have seen real the strays. The TIGI Foundation’s dedication to
growth in the children’s interest in learning and improved improving the lives of strays is truly inspiring.
classroom behavior. As volunteers, we have also
benefited by developing leadership, adaptability, and a
sense of social responsibility. Alongside Toybank NGO
facilitators, we’ve designed games suited to different age Shikshantar
groups and learning levels, ensuring each child is
appropriately challenged. Over time, we’ve built trust At Shikshantar
Powai, an NGO
with the children, and their increased self-expression and in Chandivali, I
confidence show the program’s success. focus on teaching
m a t h a n d
computer skills to
under-privileged
children. Initially,
the students struggled with concepts like block-based
programming on Scratch and division. I adapted my
teaching style by using real-life examples, such as
dividing a packet of biscuits, which helped them grasp
these concepts. Over time, the students became more
confident and curious. Teaching at Shikshantar has been
a powerful learning experience for both them and me.
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कवल प्रेम, ख़ुशी और आनंद को करती आक�ष�त।
NGO VIDYA-INDIA ह यह एक अबोध बा�लका, प�रवार क� आँख� का तारा,
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Vidya Integrated Development for Youth and Adults
(VIDYA) is a non-profit organization established in 1985. उ�ुकता भरी आँख� से �नहारती यह संसार,
Over the past four decades, VIDYA has positively आ��व�ास से रचती अपने पथ का �व�ार।
impacted the lives of over 650,000 individuals, focusing रोकने क� चे�ा करता समाज, लगाता बंधन� क� डोर,
on providing high-quality education and skill पर �नभर्यता क� ढाल संग, बनती यह रुद्ररू�पणी कठोर।
development to children, youth, and women from
े
underprivileged communities across India. At VIDYA, हर क्षेत्र म� कशल, चाह कला हो या �वज्ञान,
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young, underprivileged children have been educated in प�रश्रम से पाती सफलता, पाकर �व� का स�ान।
Arduino, circuitry, and programming to develop
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foundational skills essential for success in an increasingly संतुलन साधती वह, घर और कायर्�ल क बीच,
technology-driven world. Over the past year, instruction ब�� क� परव�रश म� भी सम�प�त, �वश्राम को तरसती।
was provided to a group of students on effective प्रेम, साहस, ममता और दया क� वह मू�त�,
programming using Arduino, along with the पृ�ी पर ई�र का अनमोल उपहार ह सश नारी।
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construction of complex circuits using a breadboard.
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Components such �क�ु तन से �नबर्ल ह यह, कई दज ु र्न उठाते लाभ,
as LEDs, switches, अनै�तक �वहार और अ�ाचार करते इसका जीवन खराब।
s e r v o m o t o r s , बाल �ववाह और �ी �नरक्षरता अब भी ह बुराइयाँ प्रमुख,
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ultrasonic sensors, ऐसी ही करी�तयाँ लाख� प�रवार� म� लाती ह दः ु ख।
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PWM, and resistors
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were introduced जो कर सकता ह नर, वह सब कर सकती ह एक नारी,
and explained to अरुणा-सी रौशन होती, �ावलबन क� न�व पर।
ं
enhance their भारत स�ान �दखा रहा ह, म�हलाओ क प्र�त,
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technical दख चुका यह रा�, �ी प्रधानमंत्री और रा�प�त।
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knowledge and
hands-on skills. अनाया अंग�रश
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FOUNDATION
The Vipla Foundation has
carried out noble work across
various fields for the past 35
years. It has provided early
intervention and integrated
education for intellectually
disabled and hearing-impaired
children, while fostering the
holistic development of pre-
school and primary children
from diverse backgrounds—85% of whom have shown improvement in learning levels. The foundation has also worked
towards the Prevention, Protection, Rehabilitation, and Prosecution of human trafficking, as well as promoting the
financial independence of women and girls in Maharashtra and Delhi. Over the years, it has reached an astounding 2
lakh+ children across India.
As part of its vocational training initiatives, the foundation has engaged intellectually challenged students in skill-
building activities that enable them to generate income and raise funds. These include diya-making, resin art, and
macramé. Diyas have been painted and packaged by volunteers, and workshops have been conducted to help
students learn new crafts. The foundation has also supported students in learning numbers, participating in art
competitions, and developing creative and cognitive skills. Overall, the initiative has contributed to an enriching and
empowering environment, driven by the organization's phenomenal dedication to its mission.
NGO VANASHAKTI
Vanashakti is a pan-India NGO dedicated to
environmental protection, with a specific focus on
coastal and marine conservation. Educational
materials, including brochures, social media posts,
and infographics, were developed to sensitise the
public about various environmental challenges.
Booklets were created to raise awareness about
mangroves, their ecological importance, and the ways
in which individuals can contribute to their
NGO JAI VAKEEL
preservation. Mangrove clean-up drives are regularly
Students actively contribute to the Jai Vakeel Foundation, organised by the NGO to remove large quantities of
plastic waste from wetlands.
supporting children with intellectual and developmental
Sensitisation sessions on Indian wildlife, food security,
disabilities (IDD) through interactive and meaningful
activities. and plastic consumption were conducted at
government schools affiliated with Vanashakti. One
Educational Support: DAIS students assist in classrooms particularly enriching session was held at Rajashri
by simplifying concepts, using creative teaching aids, Chatrapati Shahu Maharaj Vidhyalaya on World Food
and engaging children in fun learning activities like Day. An interactive dialogue was facilitated, allowing
storytelling, flashcards, and puzzles to reinforce literacy and students to explore the issue of food scarcity through
numeracy skills. the lenses of economics and global politics. Insights
were shared regarding the effects of climate change
Skill-Building Workshops: To promote independence, and pesticide use on agriculture. The session
students conduct of life skills workshops, including art and concluded with students pledging to adopt
craft sessions, simple vocational training, and digital sustainable practices such as purchasing local
literacy lessons. These helped children improve motor skills products, reducing food waste, and composting.
and learn practical skills for daily life.
Through these initiatives, on-ground realities of
Sports and Recreational Activities: DAIS students environmental and wetland conservation were
organized adapted sports events such as relay races, addressed while encouraging active public
football, and yoga, enhancing coordination and participation in giving back to nature.
confidence. They also conducted music, dance, and drama
workshops, fostering self-expression and social interaction.
Emotional and Social Engagement: Beyond structured
activities, DAIS students formed genuine connections with
Jai Vakeel's children through one-on-one interactions,
games, and festival celebrations. These engagements
provided emotional support, boost confidence, and
encourage social skills.
Through their work at Jai Vakeel, DAIS students created a
positive impact, while developing empathy, leadership, and
a deeper understanding of inclusivity and social responsibility.
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