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Non-Governmental Organizations (NGOs)

Focused on achieving self-sufficiency and self-help rather than create an environment of welfare dependence.
Non-discriminatory and must serve the beneficiaries without regard to caste, sect, region, or religion.
Registered charitable organization eligible for tax exemption under sections 80(G) and 12 A (a) of Income Tax Act of 1961 and provide IDRF with proof of such registration (its Section 80G ID).
Financially responsible and transparent. NGOs must provide audited financial reports to IDRF when requested.
Volunteer-based with minimal overhead.
Exhibits proven track record of envisioning and executing projects on time and within budget.

NGO Selection

IDRF supports NGOs on a project-by-project basis. Projects are classified into three categories:

Development projects in IDRF focus areas: children, women, healthcare, education and tribal welfare
Rehabilitation activities for victims of disasters such as cyclones and earthquakes

In addition to the above, there may be other projects that suit IDRF philosophy of economic development for the poor. Each project is carefully evaluated before IDRF starts working with NGOs to fund their projects.

Partial List of NGOs

Click here for a partial list of IDRF supported NGOs.

Some Grassroots NGOs For IDRF Support, 2003/04

IDRF Grants Made to NGOs

Achievements of IDRF Supported NGOs

IDRF supported NGOs are excellent in service to their beneficiaries. Many national and international agencies routinely laud their achievements. Here is a partial list of achievements by some IDRF supported NGOs.

Sookruti, Orissa - received Best Voluntary Organization Award from the Government of Orissa for its contributions to Orissa Super Cyclone Victims.
Aparna Research & Charitable Trust - won World Health Organization (WHO) award for fighting AIDS, among other things.
Ramakrishna Mission - won UNESCO Madanjeet Singh Prize for Promotion of Tolerance and Non-violence 2002.
Bharat Vikas Parishad - received award from Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister, Mr. Chandra Babu Naidu titled, "Best Self-Sustaining Effort by a Handicapped Person in the State (Margadarsi Award)-Instituted by Margadarsi Chit Fund Ltd."
Swami Vivekananda Medical Mission - Dr. Govindaraj of Swami Vivekananda Medical Mission received the 2001 Governors Community Service Award for "Bringing Basic Amenities and Health Care to the Tribals in Kerala, India."

Published on: 2003-04-07 (41393 reads)

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