Top 10 NGOs in India
Non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are working for the welfare of the citizens across the country. These are not funded by the Central government or state government of India. Generally, they get funds from renowned businessmen and wealthy people who like to donate some share of their income to noble causes. Recently, when the country was facing the great threat of the Covid 19 pandemic, these NGOs emerged as relief centers for poor people. When they had no source to live their livelihood, the NGOs extended their helping hands to serve the poor people. The arrangement of food, medication, and shelter was done by them selflessly. Also, they are very polite and kind and they also help people individually their hospitality and kindness are seen in their gestures and concern as they often ask “How was your day?” If we analyze their significance in Indian society, then, we should say that they are incredibly supporting the vulnerable sections in many ways. They help poor women learn the skills. They help deprived children get higher education. In this way, NGOs are empowering the vulnerable sections of society. It will also interest you to know the oldest languages in the world still spoken today.
CRY (Child Rights and You)
CRY (Child Rights and You) was founded by Rippan Kapur with his six friends in the year 1979. At that time, the NGO started with a fund of only INR 50. But, now, it has extended its operational area as its branches are in 19 states in India. This is bringing an incredible change in the lives of underprivileged children by securing their childhood. This NGO actively works to oppose child labor and child marriage. This manages that a good education system should be within their reach of them so that they will also be able to fulfill their dreams. CRY has impacted the lives of more than 3 million underprivileged children across India.
SEEDS (Sustainable Environment and Ecological Development)
SEEDS (Sustainable Environment and Ecological Development) was working actively for around 26 years in India. The main vision of this NGO was to help the victims of natural disasters. Whenever any part of the country is badly hit by earthquakes, floods, cyclones, etc, the volunteers of the NGO reach out to them for extending their help. The afflicted families are provided with food, potable water, and shelter. This NGO and its team members are known for providing rehabilitating homes to the victims of the disaster. They are experts in disaster preparedness and disaster response.
Smile Foundation
Smile Foundation was founded by Santanu Mishra in the year 2002. The NGO has an active presence in 25 states in India. This foundation has incredibly progressed in no time. According to the data of the year 2017, it has been found that the foundation extended its help to 4 million children and their families. The objective of this foundation was to promote education among privileged children. It not only works with the goal of imparting education to deprived children but also empowers women and helps people in disaster management.
Goonj
Goonj is one of the largest NGOs in India. It has been founded by Anshu Gupta in 1999. For his incredible role in uplifting rural society, the NGO was awarded many national awards. Ramon Magsaysay Award was given to Anshu Gupta in 2015 for his incredible performance in extending help to rural development. Furthermore, the NGO works to aware people of water scarcity. Disaster relief management and education are other objectives of the NGO Goonj.
Care India
Care India was founded by Lincoln Clark in 1946. The main goal of this NGO is to uplift the vulnerable women and girls of society by improving their living standards. The NGO is actively working on reducing the financial and healthcare disparity between the poor and the rich. The amenities like health, education, livelihood, etc. are provided to the weak section of society.
Pratham
The non-governmental organization Pratham was established back in 1995. This is one of the largest NGOs in India. This organization focuses on imparting education to those children who remain deprived of quality education. In this way, the Pratham organization is empowering the children with the help of education. When it was started, it helped the slum children in Mumbai. Now, its operational area has widened. The organization is actively giving its welfare services in 22 states and union territories of India. During the COVID-19 pandemic, free education was facilitated on the digital platform called PraDigi App.
Nanhi Kali
In 1996, the Nanhi Kali organization was founded by Anand Mahindra. This social project has been initiated by Mahindra Group. This NGO supports underprivileged girls in society by providing them with education. In this way, it makes them empowered. This project has impacted the lives of more than 450000 from underserved sections of society.
Helpage India
Founded by Mr. Jackson Cole and Samson Daniel in 1978, this non-governmental organization was established to work for the cause and care of under-aged elderly people. Many senior citizens have benefitted from its noble programs as it makes them live healthy and dignified life in society. Free mobile healthcare programs are run by this NGO to provide instant help to senior citizens. During the pandemic, the Helpage India organization served them a lot by providing them with selfless services.
SaveLIFE Foundation
SaveLife Foundation was established in 2008 to promote people to help the victims of accidents. The rescuers of the victims are saved by this NGO from legal procedure. Hence, the good samaritan law is encouraged by them. SaveLIFE Foundation has transformed the Mumbai Pune Expressway into a zero-fatality corridor. More than thousands of Police Officers and citizens have been trained in learning basic life-saving skills.
Sakshi
The non-governmental organization Sakshi was established in the year 1992. This organization is actively working to oppose sexual harassment and child sexual abuse in India. Due to its incredible role in protecting women and children by fighting against sexual exploitation, this organization has got a presence on the international level as well. Furthermore, this organization emphasizes distributing education among boys and girls equally. This NGO speaks for the human rights of women even in the international courts.
