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KALAPURI FOUNDATION

  9225136244
  https://kalapurifoundation.org/
  kalapurifoundation@gmail.com
Kalapuri Foundation is a not?for?profit initiative committed to empowering rural artisan communities, with a strong focus on women’s livelihoods and the preservation of traditional crafts. Based in Kolhapur, Maharashtra, the foundation works to revive and sustain heritage crafts such as Kolhapuri chappals, handcrafted jewellery, and handwoven baskets, ensuring artisans can earn with dignity and pride.

Our key areas of intervention include:

? Skill Development & Training:
We conduct structured training programs to upgrade artisans’ technical skills, design sensibilities, and quality standards, enabling them to produce market?ready products.

? Cluster Development & Infrastructure:
Through CSR partnerships, we set up Common Facility Centers (CFCs), supply toolkits, and introduce new machinery and techniques to improve productivity and consistency.

? Women Empowerment:
We promote women?led producer groups, fostering economic independence and leadership within local communities.

? Market Linkages & Design Support:
We bridge artisans with national and international markets through design innovation, brand collaborations, exhibitions, and online channels.

Kalapuri Foundation envisions artisan clusters that are self?sustaining, competitive, and culturally rooted—creating lasting social impact while preserving India’s craft legacy.

Appeal

Support Kalapuri Foundation: Empowering Artisans, Preserving Heritage
We invite you to join us in our mission to empower marginalized women and preserve India’s rich cultural heritage through the Kalapuri Foundation.
Your generous support will enable us to expand our skill development programs, providing more women with the training needed to master traditional crafts such as Kolhapuri chappals, jewelry, baskets, pottery and many more.
Funds raised will be allocated to:
1. Training Programs: We will use your contributions to offer comprehensive training sessions, covering both traditional techniques and modern business skills. This will empower women to create high-quality products and manage their own businesses.
2. Equipment and Materials: Donations will be used to purchase machinery, tools, and raw materials necessary for artisans to produce their crafts at scale, ensuring they can meet growing market demand.
3. Market Access Initiatives: We plan to establish new market linkages, both online and offline, to help artisans reach broader audiences. This includes participating in fairs, setting up e-commerce platforms, and establishing partnerships with retailers.
4. Community Development: A portion of the funds will support community programs that provide artisans with ongoing support, including financial literacy workshops, health services, and educational opportunities.

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Fund Utilization in 2025

Total funds raised in 2025 - INR 12500
Project NameHandmade Basket Weaving Project
Amount Utilized (INR)12500
Project DescriptionThe amount of ₹12,500 was utilized for key initial activities under the handmade basket project aimed at supporting women artisans. The funds were used for:

Procurement of raw materials such as PP straps, needles, and base supports required for basket weaving

Honorarium for local trainers who conducted basic skill training sessions for new women artisans
LocationsSangli > Maharashtra (MH)
CausesEducation & youth opportunity > Art, culture and heritage
Beneficiary GroupWomen,Elderly,Persons with Disabilities
Beneficiary Description Beneficiary Description – Handmade Basket Project Total beneficiaries: 10 women artisans in the initial phase Gender: 100% women Age group: Primarily between 22 to 50 years, with the majority in the 28–40 age bracket Socio‑economic background: Rural, low‑income households from artisan communities in and around Kolhapur Skill level: 60% were completely new to structured weaving 40% had basic prior exposure and were upskilled through training sessions Community impact: Each artisan supports an average of 4–5 family members, indirectly benefiting over 40+ individuals Special focus: Priority was given to women who are primary earners or who lost their livelihoods due to seasonal work disruptions.
Impact? Impact Till Date – Handmade Basket Project
✅ 10+ women artisans trained in basket weaving techniques through structured sessions.
✅ Initial production of 100+ handmade baskets, enabling artisans to generate their first round of income.
✅ Supplementary earnings created for rural households, contributing to improved financial stability and confidence among women.
✅ Revival and adaptation of craft skills, encouraging use of locally available materials (like PP straps) in contemporary designs.
✅ Community building: artisans now work in groups, sharing resources and supporting each other’s growth.
Activities Conducted
NoActivity / Item / BeneficiariesQuantity / Number, if applicable
1 Training of Artisans 10