Volunteer for India

Fosters nationwide volunteerism and empowers communities to address social issues collaboratively, promoting inclusive development and societal responsibility

  • Bronze Certified 2023
  • 80G
  • 12A
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About

  • Headquarters

    Thiruvanathapuram, Kerala

Volunteer for India, a project initiated by the Society for the Advancement of Volunteerism, strives to uplift marginalized communities and tackle pre Read morevalent social issues on a national scale through coordinated volunteer efforts. Its primary objective is to promote a culture of volunteerism among Indians, encouraging a sense of service for the collective welfare. The initiative empowers individuals to realize their potential as volunteers and lead volunteer-driven initiatives. By involving communities and fostering partnerships among various stakeholders such as NGOs, government entities, businesses, and volunteers, the organization aims to amplify the impact of volunteerism. Through structured volunteer programs, the project seeks to address urgent social challenges and promote inclusive development throughout the nation. With the vision of ingraining volunteerism as a fundamental national ethos, the Society for the Advancement of Volunteerism endeavors to mobilize a nationwide movement characterized by inclusiveness and societal accountability.

Cause Area

Impact

Volunteer for India has made a significant impact across 28 cities, engaging over 300 Volunteer Leaders who have positively influenced 52,720 beneficiaries through 135 volunteering projects. This achievement is supported by a dedicated team of 10,000+ volunteers who have contributed over 148,000 volunteering hours.

Programs

  • Volunteer for India Masterclass

    The Volunteer for India Masterclass serves as a platform for knowledge exchange, benefiting volunteers, interns, and team members alike. It advocates that volunteering encompasses both giving back to society and personal growth. The Masterclass was conceived to ensure that each individual associated with VFI gains valuable insights and experiences throughout their volunteering journey. By fostering a culture of continuous learning and development, the Masterclass aims to equip participants with new skills and knowledge, enriching their overall volunteering experience with VFI.

  • VOLSHIP Fellowship Programme

    India’s Largest Volunteer Leadership Fellowship, Volship, is supported by YuWaah (Generation Unlimited) at UNICEF. It targets young leaders aged 18 and above with a passion for Volunteerism. Volship empowers these individuals to address significant issues within their cities through structured projects, fostering community engagement. Participants also gain the opportunity to establish a Volunteer for India Chapter in their respective cities as part of their Volship experience. These Chapters will align with Volunteer for India's vision and work towards its objectives within their local communities.

Leadership Team

  • Gautham Ravindran

    Co - Founder & Chief Executive Officer

  • Ramalingam Natarajan

    Co - Founder

  • Pratas Saharia

    Lead - North East Volunteering Zone

  • Tavleen Kaur

    Member

  • Taniya Hussain

    Lead - Communications

M&E

  • Internal, External Assessors

    No

Policies

  • Ethics and Transparency Policies

    No

  • Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy

    No

Political & Religious Declarations

  • On Affiliation if any

    No

  • On Deployment Bias if any

    No

Registration Details

  • PAN Card

    ABMAS6381G

  • Registration ID

    TVM/TC/45/2021

  • 12A

    ABMAS6381GE20214

  • 80G

    ABMAS6381GF20231

  • FCRA

    Not Available

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

  • Headquarters

    TC 7/1200, Chittatinkara, Vattiyoorkavu P.O, Thiruvanathapuram, 695013

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Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit