Atmasantosh Foundation is a non-profit organisation promoting education, health and rural development
Our Mission
Guided by our mission to empower and enrich the community, we have three core objectives:
Empower children from low-income communities to pursue their dreams
Increase health and wellness literacy
Bridge the gap between rural and urban living standards
Our Story
Of India’s population is below the age of 25. That translates to over 649 million young dreams, hopes and ambitions. However, due to non-availability of resources and persistent poverty, many high achieving students feel discouraged and believe that there are limitations in what they can achieve.
Of India’s population is rural. This reveals that the potential of over 954 million people can be found in rural and semi-urban regions. However, lack of social and capital investment into these areas has culminated in under-development and poor living standards, making it impossible to effectively utilize this massive potential.
Of the world’s population lives in India. This transcribes to over 1.3 billion individuals aspiring to lead successful and content lives. However, substandard medical infrastructure and widespread health illiteracy have led to inferior socio-economic living standards and low global rankings for healthcare and human development.
Atmasantosh Foundation’s inception was inspired by the belief that financial and social conditions should not curb the overall development of a community. We are here to help every deserving student transform his/her dream into reality and to ensure that all individuals have the means to realize and fulfill their potential.
Our Approach
Providing financial aid and holistic development opportunities to students
We aim to support the bright but underprivileged youth of India who, through their motivation to learn and grow holistically, aspire not only to lead successful and enriched lives, but also to be upstanding members of society. Through our programs, we will not only reduce the students’ financial constraints but also nurture them by offering mentoring, counselling, employability and life skill training.
Organising programs focused on health and wellness awareness
We intend to develop the capacity of communities to support each other and establish effective mechanisms for healthcare provision. Our first-aid training workshops teach participants essential survival skills for emergencies while our mental health workshops focus on the importance of emotional well-being and self-care. Additional medical training and counselling will also be offered to participants on an as-needed basis.
Creating educational and employment opportunities in rural regions
We target underserved rural communities across India that have high prospects of socio-economic growth. Our programs are extensive, flexible and customized to meet the evolving and distinct needs of each region. Current projects include scholarships for all grade levels, skill-based trainings, medical camps and provision of infrastructural facilities.
Arranging programs focused on health and wellness awareness
We intend to develop the capacity of communities to support each other and establish effective mechanisms for healthcare provision. Our first-aid training workshops teach participants essential survival skills for emergencies while our mental health workshops focus on the importance of emotional well-being and self-care. Additional medical training and counselling will also be offered to participants on an as-needed basis.
Creating educational and employment opportunities in rural regions
We target underserved rural communities across India that have high prospects of socio-economic growth. Our programs are extensive, flexible and customized to meet the evolving and distinct needs of each region. Current projects include scholarships for all grade levels, skill-based trainings, medical camps and provision of infrastructural facilities.
Providing financial aid and holistic development opportunities to students
We aim to support the bright but underprivileged youth of India who, through their motivation to learn and grow holistically, aspire not only to lead successful and enriched lives, but also to be upstanding members of society. Through our programs, we will not only reduce the students’ financial constraints but also nurture them by offering mentoring, counselling, employability and life skill training.
Our Team
Richa has been passionate about working in the social sector from a very young age. So, when the opportunity arose for her to start an NGO, she seized it and Atmasantosh Foundation was born. Her love for children and strong belief that education is the panacea for most problems shaped the organisation’s vision to give wings to the dreams of India’s youth. As CEO, she leads through empowerment; everyone has direct access to her and the team has the opportunity to grow and take initiative.
Richa holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Computing & Data Science from the New York University Leonard N. Stern School of Business. She is an avid reader and enjoys event planning, writing, and outdoor activities such as skiing and camping.
Anusha is a Program Manager at Atmasantosh Foundation. She has 9+ years of experience working with various media houses and nonprofit organisations. Previously, Anusha worked at The Lighthouse Project, Mumbai and supported children and youth from under-resourced communities to develop social skills through one-on-one mentoring. Prior to that, she was at the Vidi Kamgar Kalyan Pratishthan in Nashik where she empowered bidi workers and their families to create better livelihood opportunities for themselves.
Anusha holds a Master’s in Social Work (MSW) from the College of Social Work, Nirmala Niketan, Mumbai and a Bachelor’s in Mass Media (BMM) from the Sophia College for Women, Mumbai. She believes every moment is the right one to work for something good, and loves to read, journal, listen to music, and travel.
Preeti is an Assistant Program Manager at Atmasantosh Foundation. With over 7 years of experience in diverse educational settings, from a college professor to teacher trainer, Preeti brings a wealth of knowledge to our team. She has successfully led respected programs like The Learning Room at Pehlay Akshar Foundation and contributed to skilling and livelihood initiatives at Bright Future India.
A certified Train The Trainer (TTT), Preeti excels in developing engaging training activities and content for workshops. She is passionate about creating a positive impact through her work and believes in fostering a sustainable and fulfilling life for all. In her free time, Preeti enjoys exploring nature, traveling, and immersing herself in music.
Savan serves as an Administrative Coordinator at Atmasantosh Foundation, with 4 years of professional and volunteer experience in the social impact sector. He has developed and led initiatives including successful rallies on domestic violence and campaigns for rural community engagement and awareness. Savan’s expertise lies in curriculum design and program execution, with a focus on social-emotional learning, critical thinking, and holistic development. Passionate about creating positive change, he brings creativity, empathy, and leadership to his role.
Savan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development from Maharaja Sayajirao University of Baroda. In his leisure time, he enjoys listening to music and podcasts, expanding his financial literacy knowledge, and running.