Maharashtra Foundation Initiative – Pancham

Building vibrant villages based on We believe that by intertwining these elements, we will create a strong foundation for long-lasting progress Our Indian NGO Partners Principal Partner: Resource & Support Center for Development (RSCD) Local Partners: AWARD, RUDYA, Climate Reality Project, Door Step Schools How are we doing it? Partner with NGOs. Establish Ownership and…

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Women empowerment in villages

Women’s empowerment is one of the important focus areas of Pancham. Women are a critical part of the development of villages. Strengthen the Kusumbi women’s microfinancing groups. Conduct leadership workshops for women Increase participation in Panchayat ( Village governing body) Connect with government officers Skill development programs are arranged for women Women are helming AgroMilet…

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create water reservoir for farming & fisheries

  The villagers, local NGO Rudya, and Maharashtra Foundation came together and decided to build a water reservoir. All required permissions were obtained from the local government bodies. The villagers contributed to the effort by doing the groundwork. They were paid under rojgar hami yojana. The water reservoir is expected to provide several significant benefits…

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Improve Education for Tribal Children

  During the MF Board members’ visit to Mutnur in January 2022, it was observed that there was room for improvement in the quality of education provided at the primary school for tribal children. In response to this need, Door Step Schools (DSS), a renowned NGO in India with a strong track record of innovative…

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Pure Water

Two water ATMs are installed in the village as well as all shools in the village are provided with water filters. The importance of pure drinking water and water ATMs (Automated Water Vending Machines) in villages cannot be overstated. Access to clean and safe drinking water is a fundamental human right and a crucial factor…

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Create Farmer Producer Organization

The Farmer Producer Organization (FPO) is a legally recognized entity comprising member farmers who collectively aim to provide comprehensive support and services to small-scale farmers. These services encompass various facets of agriculture, including technical assistance, marketing strategies, processing methods, and the provision of essential cultivation inputs. This contemporary approach is designed to ensure that producers…

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Transform Schools to Green Campus

  Collaborating with the Climate Reality Project, we have undertaken an initiative to transform two schools in Kusumbi into environmentally conscious Green Campuses while introducing eco-friendly cooking solutions known as “nirdhur chul”. Green Campus Transformation: Environmental Education: We are sensitizing school teachers about critical environmental issues to cultivate a culture of sustainability within the school…

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