Social Impact & Community Development NGO in India

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VIDYA INTEGRATED DEVELOPMENT FOR YOUTH AND ADULTS

022-25787317
www.vidya-india.org
mumbai@vidya-india.org

For 40 years, VIDYA has been a trusted name in education and empowerment, transforming over 8 lakh lives across India. With a focus on children, youth, and women from under-resourced communities, VIDYA has consistently worked to bridge the gap between aspiration and opportunity.

Its contribution goes far beyond academics. Through innovative programs in Communicative English, digital literacy, life skills, vocational training, and career guidance, VIDYA equips individuals with tools to thrive in a fast-changing world. Women’s empowerment has always been a cornerstone, helping them gain financial independence, confidence, and a voice in their communities.

The true impact of VIDYA lies in the ripple effect it creates. First-generation learners go on to inspire their siblings, empowered women uplift their families, and skilled youth strengthen local economies. Many alumni have stepped into roles as professionals, educators, and changemakers, proving that the cycle of poverty can indeed be broken with the right support.

VIDYA’s legacy is one of dignity, resilience, and hope. By nurturing potential and building self-reliance, it has not only transformed individuals but also strengthened communities, creating a lasting impact that continues to multiply with every life touched.

Appeal

The funds will be utilized for the lesser privileged children of beyond school program

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Cause Area:

Education

Fundmeter:

788215 of 2000000

1535 supporters

LATEST CONTRIBUTORS

SARIKA SHRIVASTAVA

Pankaj Rathi

Naresh Sonawane

Sangeeta Vemula

Hitesh Keni

Ashutosh Alekar

Tharakad Venketram

Rinu John Thomas

C.R Praseed

Ramasubramaniam SA

Samidha Gandhi

Akshay Jadhav

Dattatraya Kulkarni

Jaydeep Partole

JYOTSNA SAHOO

Prasad Nair

SHRIPAD EDLABADKAR

Revant Bhate

Mohd Azam Khan

LALIT HANSRAJANI

Bhavin Mody

Ganesh Chavan

Anthony Lobo

Vinod Naik

Gurmeet Wasan

Sanjay Shetty

Niki Patil

Mayuri Kadam

Ulhas Mhatre

Sneha Shinde

Fund Utilization in 2025

Total funds raised in 2025 - INR 0

DIGI SKILL SCHOOLS

Project Name

DIGI SKILL SCHOOLS

Amount Utilized (INR)

640064

Project Description

This digital literacy initiative bridges the digital divide by providing essential technology education to underprivileged students from Grade 1 to 10. Through weekly in-school sessions, the program equips learners with 21st-century skills including computer operations, digital content creation, and internet safety while fostering critical thinking, creativity, and communication abilities.
The comprehensive approach includes teacher training, parental digital classes, and community Tech Fests, ensuring sustainable impact beyond the classroom. Aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals for quality education and gender equality, the program transforms traditional learning through interactive, technology-driven methods that improve student engagement and academic performance.

Locations

Mumbai City > Maharashtra (MH)

Causes

Education & youth opportunity > STEM and digital education

Beneficiary Group

Children

Beneficiary Description

Age group - 6yrs to 15yrs Gender break up - Boys - 40% & Girls - 60% no of beneficiaries -3,333

Impact

Reached students across all grade levels with age-appropriate digital education
• Successfully integrated academic subjects with digital competencies
• Developed 21st century skills essential for future success
• Established foundation for continued digital literacy growth

Activities Conducted

No	Activity / Item / Beneficiaries	Quantity / Number, if applicable
1	Imparting digital literacy/life skill/Spoken English/workshop on AI and cyber security	3333

Fund Utilization in 2024

Total funds raised in 2024 - INR 865090

DIGI SKILL SCHOOLS

Project Name

DIGI SKILL SCHOOLS

Amount Utilized (INR)

865090

Project Description

VIDYA DEP (Digital Empowerment Program) has been running a School and college Partnership Program for the past 5-6 years. The program has been successfully implemented in Nine low-income schools and Two colleges, and in the last year alone, it impacted around 8000 beneficiaries.

VIDYA DEP (Digi Skill – Skilling for Youth) Program aims to provide quality education and skills training to students from underprivileged backgrounds. VIDYA DEP works with low-income private schools and colleges to provide academic enrichment, and digital literacy to their students. The program helps to bridge the gap between privileged and underprivileged students by providing access to essential resources and opportunities.

Through this program, VIDYA DEP has been able to improve the quality of education in low-income schools and colleges provide better opportunities for students to succeed. The program has had a positive impact on the lives of thousands of students, helping them to acquire the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in the modern world.

Locations

Mumbai suburban > Maharashtra (MH)

Causes

Education > Digital Learning

Beneficiary Group

Children,Women,Others

Beneficiary Description

1.Age group - children - 6 to 15 youth 16 and above women 20 and above from less privilege backgrounds 2. gender break up male 40% female 60% 3. No of beneficiaries We will impact 10,000 beneficiaries in the FY 2025

Impact

Through our digital literacy program we have impacted 8000 beneficiaries from low income schools.

Activities Conducted

No	Activity / Item / Beneficiaries	Quantity / Number, if applicable
1	Imparting digital literacy/life skill/Spoken English/workshop on AI and cyber security	8000

Fund Utilization in 2023

Total funds raised in 2023 - INR 952.85

Beyond School Chaitanya Nagar Program

Project Name

Beyond School Chaitanya Nagar Program

Amount Utilized (INR)

952.85

Project Description

Beyond School Program Chaitanya Nagar program - community based educational initiative where we support 250 beneficiaries of secondary level. The FY 2022-23 the beneficiaries participated in stem fair where they had done the projects on various topics where there was extra stationery required. The amount was utilized forb the same purpose.

Locations

Mumbai City > Maharashtra (MH),Mumbai City > Maharashtra (MH)

Causes

Education > Remedial education

Beneficiary Group

Children

Beneficiary Description

250 beneficiaries age group 12 to 15 yrs girls 60% and boys 40%

Impact

Over past ten years we have impacted 13000 beneficiaries under beyond school education

Activities Conducted

No	Activity / Item / Beneficiaries	Quantity / Number, if applicable
1	Literacy and numeracy session(academic intervention) along with life skill and digital literacy	250

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