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Since 2009 · Pan-India · It’s our calling
We give the power to change lives.
A pan-India movement turning everyday support into lasting change for over 30 lakh people.
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About Aahwahan
An NGO working for the upliftment of society
Since 2009 we have served India's economically weaker communities — creating jobs and delivering education, health and relief where they are needed most.
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Transparent & accountable
Grassroots-first
Pan-India presence
15 years of impact
Pan-India Presence
Working across 31+ states & union territories
From the Himalayas to the coasts, our programmes reach wherever the need is greatest — powered by regional offices and thousands of on-ground volunteers.
North
Delhi · UP · Rajasthan · Punjab
West
Maharashtra · Gujarat · Goa
South
Karnataka · Tamil Nadu · Telangana · Kerala
East & NE
West Bengal · Odisha · Assam
Jammu & KashmirDelhiGujaratMaharashtraOdishaWest BengalAssamHQ · Bengaluru
Live programme locations
How you can help
Three ways to make a difference
Give, volunteer or partner — whichever fits you, it turns into real change on the ground.
Our Work
Six focus areas, one mission
Education, health, environment, women's empowerment, community development and integrated agriculture — we meet people where they are.
Education
Keeping every child in the classroom.
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Health
Care that reaches the last mile.
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Environment
A greener, cooler, cleaner India.
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Women Empowerment
Skills, dignity and independence.
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Community Development
Building self-reliant villages.
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Integrated Agriculture
Modern farming that keeps the land alive.
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49+ programmes, one calling
A few of the flagship efforts running under our six focus areas — bold ideas, built for scale.
Health
Health on Wheels
Environment
Plastic-Free Beaches
Women
Pink Village Livelihoods
Community
Clean Drinking Water
Education
Model Science & Robotics Labs
Health
Medical & Eye Camps
Environment
Solar Powered Villages
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Education
Every child deserves a classroom that reaches them
From adopting government schools to classrooms on wheels — we keep every child learning, with the books, meals and mentors they need to thrive.
Adopting government schools Education on Wheels — mobile classrooms Digital learning labs Scholarships & school supplies Teacher training & mentoring Nutritious mid-day meals
Donate for a cause
We help around India
Back a live campaign — every rupee is tracked and goes straight to the people it is meant for.
Winter Drive18 days leftAahwahan Foundation
Become a Winter Soldier
Help us hand out blankets, warm clothes and dry rations to families facing the coldest nights.
₹3,40,000of ₹5,00,000
68% funded 412 donors
Our Achievements
Impact you can count, area by area
Fifteen years of work, distilled into the numbers that matter most.
Stories of change
The faces behind the numbers
Real people, real turning points — the change your support makes possible.
Sohini Mohanty
Odisha
From a one-room village school to a district topper — a laptop bank and a mentor changed the arc of my life.
A story of change
Farmers of Ganjam
1.24 Lakh+ farmers
Integrated agriculture and organic villages turned failing plots into a stable, dignified income.
A story of change
Pink Village Women
Rural Karnataka
A stitching and agarbatti unit gave 200 women their first-ever bank account and independent earnings.
A story of change
Awards & Recognition
Recognised for the work, not the words
Honoured by NITI Aayog and national and Asia-level bodies for our programmes.
Best NGO in India
Pride of Bharat Awards
Best NGO of the Year
CSR Impact National AwardsNational Excellence Award for Social Entrepreneur
National honourBest NGO Award for Environment
BangaloreYoung Social Activist
BangaloreBest Social Activist of the Year
National recognitionBest NGO in India
Pride of Bharat AwardsBest NGO of the Year
CSR Impact National AwardsNational Excellence Award for Social Entrepreneur
National honourBest NGO Award for Environment
BangaloreYoung Social Activist
BangaloreBest Social Activist of the Year
National recognitionTrusted by 350+ corporate & CSR partners
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Environment
Cooler cities, cleaner water, greener habits
From Miyawaki forests to lake revival, we heal the land, water and air across 28 states.
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Miyawaki forests, roadside greening and community groves across 28 states.
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Chemical-free farming, composting and kitchen gardens for self-reliant villages.
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Reviving lakes and water bodies — desilting, fencing and native planting.
Disaster Management
First on the ground when disaster strikes
Relief kits, rescue and rehabilitation the moment calamity hits — reaching 1200+ villages and 250+ districts across 8+ states with food, shelter and care.
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Innovative Initiatives
We give the power to change lives
Small, practical programmes that solve everyday problems — dignity, health and a fair shot at a living.
01Free Sanitary Pad Distribution
Menstrual-health awareness and free pads for girls in schools and villages.
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02Free Health Check-ups
Mobile camps offering screening, medicines and specialist referrals at no cost.
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03Skill & Livelihood Training
Hands-on training that turns everyday skills into steady incomes.
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04Digital Literacy Drives
Teaching smartphones, internet safety and online services to rural families.
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05Clean Water & Sanitation
Safe drinking water, toilets and hygiene awareness for underserved villages.
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06Elderly Care Support
Companionship, health support and dignity kits for senior citizens.
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Volunteer
Find your way to give time
Whatever your schedule or skills, there's a way in.
FlexibleBecome a Volunteer
Join a drive near you — give a few hours or a full weekend.
Sign up2–6 monthsInternship Program
Learn while you serve with a structured 2–6 month internship.
Apply nowStudentsCampus Ambassador
Lead Aahwahan chapters and drives on your own campus.
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For teamsCorporate Volunteering
Bring your whole team for a hands-on day of impact.
Enquire Join the team
Ready to join our volunteer team?
Give a few hours or a few weekends. Every hand makes the next drive possible.
- Certificate of appreciation
- Skill-building & training
- Flexible schedule & location
- A 5,000+ strong community
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Fill in your details and our team will reach out.
Get involved
Ready to join a camp near you?
Lend a hand at one of our on-ground drives — no experience needed.
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Wellbeing
Blood Donation Camp
Bengaluru 40 spots left
One donation can save up to three lives.
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Relief
Disaster Relief Drive
Assam 60 spots left
Reach families first when disaster strikes.
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Health
Free Health Mega Camp
Bhubaneswar 30 spots left
Screening, medicines and eye check-ups, at no cost.
Our Blogs
Stories & updates from the field
Field notes, guides and real stories from the communities we serve.
HealthJul 01, 20264 min read
Why a regular blood check-up is useful
A simple test can catch anaemia, diabetes and deficiencies early — here's why every family should make it a habit.
Read moreNutrition · 5 min read
Healthy food habits for growing children
Balanced meals shape a child's growth and focus. Simple, affordable swaps that make a big difference at home.
Environment · 5 min read
Read all stories Why tree plantation is more than planting trees
Planting is only the start — real impact comes from nurturing native species that cool cities and revive ecosystems.
Media
Moments from our work
A glimpse of the drives, camps and events that make up a year at Aahwahan.
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Products that give back
Handmade by the communities we work with — every purchase supports a livelihood.
Contact Us
Let’s talk about how you can help
Questions, partnerships or press — reach out and our team will get back to you, usually within one working day.
Prefer to reach out directly?
Our team is here Mon–Sat and usually replies within one working day.
Visit usAahwahan Foundation, Building No-40, 4th Floor, 9th Block, Jayanagar, Bangalore — 560069Call us+91 91130 18004Email usinfo@aahwahan.com
Mon–Sat · 9 AM – 6 PM