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How did IDRF start its down-to-earth actions to combat the climate crisis?

January 8, 2024
by idrf blog

Experience a remarkable journey of compassion and progress with IDRF, as it continually strives to uplift underprivileged communities

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IDRF’s Association with Sahaj Seva Samsthan, Telangana

December 27, 2023
by idrf blog

IDRF has embarked on numerous successful projects, aiming to provide a brighter future for impoverished children, women, and individuals.

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IDRF’s Association with S-Vyasa and the Stop Diabetes Movement

December 16, 2023
by idrf blog

India Development and Relief Fund (IDRF) is a 501 (c) (3) public charity in the US that supports vulnerable communities in India, Sri Lanka, and Nepal.

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IDRF’s association with Vikas Bharti, Jharkhand.

December 15, 2023
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Through its noble mission of charity and development, IDRF has fostered meaningful connections with esteemed and renowned NGOs

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IDRF’s partnership with Economic Rural Development Society (ERDS)

December 14, 2023
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Offers reliable and effective support for various causes, including health, education, women empowerment, environmental sustainability

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How did IDRF partner with Upkar NGO, USA?

December 11, 2023
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IDRF, a renowned US nonprofit, supports those in need in India, Nepal, and Sri Lanka, and consistently leads the way

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How IDRF Connected with Maharshi Dayanand Mahila Sikshan Sansthan Samiti?

November 28, 2023
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As a prominent nonprofit in the USA, IDRF’s remarkable journey includes several charity, development, and rehabilitation

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How IDRF connected with Magan Sangrahalaya Samiti (MSS) NGO in Maharashtra?

November 27, 2023
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In describing Dr. Vinod Prakash’s remarkable experiences for collaborating with various NGOs

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How IDRF Provided Relief Fund During Earthquake in Latur – Maharashtra

November 20, 2023
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As one of the leading US Charities supporting India, IDRF strives to bring about positive changes

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The Academic Journey of Dr. Vinod Prakash

October 31, 2023
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Dr. Vinod Prakash has exhibited exceptional intelligence in his studies from a young age

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Ms. Shubhra Garg (Masters in Mathematics; MBA), USA

Secretary

Member since 2022

Shubhra Garg retired from the World Bank in 2015 as Chief Administrative Officer, having served for over 25 year in a variety of senior management and technical positions in the areas of strategy, leadership, budget, performance management, finance, and administration. She has also served as treasurer and secretary on the Board of another NGO. Shubhra did her Master in Mathematics from Delhi University and an M.B.A from University of Maryland.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mr. Adesh Jain (Masters, B.Tech), USA

Member since 2022

Adesh is a seasoned, hands-on leader with over 30 years of progressive experience in leading an information technology services business. He is currently responsible for Belcan’s Federal Civilian business and Vice President and General Manager. He is passionate about building trusting customer relationships, and business management with sharp focus on growth. Adesh has a Masters degree from University of Maryland at College park and Bachelors from Indian Institute of Technology at Kanpur, India. Adesh enjoys reading business books, running, badminton and volunteering in various organizations including IDRF, Capital IIT and Girls Scouts. He lives in Herndon, VA with his wife and two kids.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dr. Prem Garg (PhD, Engineering-Economic Systems), USA

Treasurer

Member since  August 2014

Dr. Prem Garg retired from the World Bank in 2007 after serving as the Director for the Quality Assurance Group and in a variety of operational and executive positions for 35 years. He is recognized as a leader in providing innovative approaches to development programs. Dr. Garg received his doctorate in Engineering-Economic Systems from Stanford University.

Rajeev has over 20 years’ experience in starting and scaling small business for success and impact. He’s been involved with IDRF as a volunteer, adviser, Board member and now as their Executive Director. His focus is making IDRF more efficient and impactful in its mission to serve the underprivileged. He holds a B.Tech. from IIT Delhi and an MBA from University of Maryland.

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Mr. Inder Sud, a former World Bank Director and President of the 1818 Society (2015-21), is
a highly respected member of the Indian-American community in the Washington DC Metro Area. Over the years he and his wife Peggy have supported several projects in India through IDRF. In 2022, they supported the
renovation of a hostel mess at Hans Raj Mahila Maha Vidyalaya in Jalandhar, Punjab with the help of the Udhampur Rotary Eye & General Welfare Foundation.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Dr. G. R. Verma (Ph.D. Mathematics), USA

Member since 2011

Dr. Verma is among IDRF’s top donors. He visits India every year, devoting his resources to rural women’s education, self-empowerment and social reforms. IDRF benefits tremendously from his extensive experience in development. He guides NGOs in India to create scalable projects that can accelerate social development.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Bharathi Mallampati (MS, Engineering), USA

Member since June 2022

Bharathi came to the USA for her MS in 1991 and pursued her career with Bell Communications Research. She was involved in IDRF from 1995 and later became the New Jersey and Atlanta, Georgia chapters’ coordinator. Moving back to India for family, she started a small-scale industry for a few years and worked as an Associate Professor at CVR Engineering College. She participated in different projects under Sewa Bharati and was the joint secretary for Vaidehi Ashram, a home for destitute girls. She later started a new project for adolescent girls from poor neighborhoods called Vaidehi Kishori Vikas Yojana. Since 2015, moving back to the USA, she has taken an advisory role in projects in India and actively works with IDRF to raise funds.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ms. Nisha Narayanan (Masters in Economics), USA

Member since 2021

Ms. Narayanan is a risk and compliance professional with over 15 years of experience in anti-money laundering, anti-corruption and political and economic risk. She became interested in sustainable development while working at the World Bank and through a prior project on corporate citizenship in India. She brings to IDRF a passion for empowering marginalized communities with the tools to improve their lives through strong local partnerships that focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance goals. She received an M.A. in Economics from George Mason University and a B.A. in International Relations from William and Mary.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Mr. Mohinder Gulati, (MBA-Finance, Masters in Physics), USA

Member since 2017

Mr. Gulati retired from the World Bank in 2015 after having served as Advisor (Energy) at the World Bank and as Chief Operating Officer of United Nations Sustainable Energy for All. He has also worked in several executive positions in India in a financial intermediary, commercial banking, investment banking, and armed forces. A post-graduate in Physics and Management from Delhi University and Management training at Harvard Business School, he brings 40 years of development experience to the Board.

Dr Vinod Prakash (PhD, Economics),USA

President

Member since 1988

Dr. Vinod Prakash is a retired World Bank economist and the founder of IDRF. He has been working pro bono since 1988 to help alleviate poverty and enable sustainable development in India. He provides strategic oversight to leverage maximum benefits from donor dollars and shapes programs so they address the interlocking needs of the less privileged.

Dr. Suresh C. Gupta (M.D.), USA

Member since 2020

Dr. Gupta is a highly respected physician who has been honored by the state of Maryland for his work as chair of the Maryland Board of Physicians. He has been elected as the first Indian-American president of Prince George’s Medical Society, Prince George’s Hospital Center, President of Hindu Temple, and President and Chairman of Durga Temple. He is actively involved in the cultural-philanthropic activities of the Indian-American community and several religious, health-related activities at the county and state level. Dr. Gupta has held leadership positions with several Indian-American organizations in the area.