This sector looks at factors such as management of water and water resources, land degradation and better methods of cultivating and harvesting crops. Natural resources management is linked to the very survival of rural populations and affects their environment and livelihood capacities. Therefore, the prudent management of natural resources in a highly populated and largely agricultural economy like ours, cannot be emphasized enough. The Trust has, in recent years, forged links and explored synergies wherever opportunities exist among its grantees, many of whom work in diverse geographical regions and address a spectrum of issues. Read more

The Trust looks at improving productive activities and generating incomes in rural and urban areas, in both the organized and unorganized sectors. However, greater emphasis is on rural livelihood programs and poverty alleviation projects. Read more

The significance of education as a tool for empowerment and development has been stressed and several innovative initiatives have been supported by the Trust, within and outside the formal system of education. Read more

Programs on training community health workers, mental health and reproductive health are looked at in this sector. Another focus area is in the development of hospitals, which provide secondary and specialized health care both in rural and urban settings, targeting the underprivileged population. The trust also supports research studies on alternative systems of medicine such as Ayurveda. Read more

The social development initiatives sector covers a range of activities in specific categories. Taken as a whole, these activities are focused on enhancing niche areas of the social milieu and contribute to human progress in their respective fields. They include community development initiatives and civil society initiatives, human rights initiatives, family welfare, initiatives for the physically and mentally challenged, art and culture and relief. Read more

Each of the sectors is vast and although newer concerns will always emerge, while assessing a project and an organization, the Trust follows a strategic direction for grant-making. This is drawn from the Strategy Papers and by ensuring:

This is a flexible scheme where a registered organization may request financial support. Limited grants are available for a wide variety of philanthropic activities. Each appeal is examined on its own merit.

The criteria for qualifying for such grants would be:

Large organizations would also be eligible to apply for a grant towards specific projects namely: