Spherule Foundation

Empowers communities through impactful initiatives for lasting positive change and equality

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  • 80G
  • 12A
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About

  • Headquarters

    Pune, Maharashtra

  • Since

    2018

Spherule Foundation, established in 2016, is dedicated to fostering lasting positive transformations in individuals and communities. Its goal is to cu Read moreltivate a society marked by equality, justice, and sustainability. The Foundation's impactful activities encompass a wide range of awareness sessions, workshops, seminars, and initiatives spanning educational institutions, orphanages, slums, villages, and communities across multiple states in India, including Assam, Bihar, Odisha, Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Goa, and Kerala. With a notable accolade collection including the BD Sahitya Akademi Award, Samaj Sevi Ratan, PAD Hero of India, and Indian Achievers Award, Spherule Foundation is resolutely committed to its mission. The Foundation's visionary aim is to usher in profound, sustainable improvements in the lives of people, driven by a desire to construct a society that is fair, balanced, and ecologically sound. Guided by this vision, the Spherule Foundation engages in meaningful initiatives to uplift economically disadvantaged segments of society. Its comprehensive programmes, targeting both urban and rural communities, emphasize essential areas such as Women Empowerment, Health, and Education. Through its multifaceted approach, it strives to enact positive change in the lives of those less privileged, embodying its commitment to a brighter future for all.

Demographies Served

Impact

Spherule Foundation has made a significant impact across more than 15 states through 120 projects, collaborating with over 35 CSR partners, and positively transforming the lives of more than 3.5 million individuals.

Programs

  • Education Programme

    Spherule Foundation prioritizes education as a means to eliminate disparities, extending equal opportunities to all children. Operating through platforms like the InstaShalla app and community centres, as well as collaborating with Government schools nationwide, it ensures access to education regardless of socio-economic background. It caters to underprivileged children facing challenges like child labour, poverty, and homelessness, providing additional classes for bright students and appointing volunteers in areas with teacher shortages. The Foundation also focuses on improving school infrastructure through its Happy School programme, enhancing facilities such as libraries, lighting, sanitation, and sports equipment. This holistic approach aims to bridge educational gaps and enhance the learning experience for disadvantaged children.

  • Livelihood Programme

    Spherule Foundation is addressing the post-COVID-19 livelihood crisis by assisting affected individuals, particularly in the unorganized sector, to restart their businesses. The pandemic hit sectors like roadside vendors and beauty parlours hard, forcing many to sell assets to repay loans. This situation has led to massive unemployment, especially in urban areas. Spherule Foundation conducts surveys to understand individuals' stories and aspirations, securing funding ranging from INR 5,000 to 25,000 for ventures like grocery shops, tailoring units, and more. They provide training and monitor progress, helping people rebuild their lives and businesses, one step at a time.

  • Healthcare Programme

    Spherule Foundation is addressing India's unique public health challenges by running projects that provide health-related government schemes and conduct health camps for marginalized communities. Despite advancements in healthcare technologies, the country's health system remains a concern, especially for the underprivileged. The Foundation's initiatives aim to bridge this gap by organizing health camps for children, women, and senior citizens, along with full-body checkup camps for specific groups like drivers and artisans. It also raises awareness about menstrual health, sets up ICU units in hospitals for affordable treatments, and runs an OPD centre serving thousands of patients. Additionally, Spherule Foundation has played a crucial role in facilitating Covid vaccinations and operating Covid isolation centres in Haryana and Rajasthan

  • Women Empowerment & Entrepreneurship Programme (WEEP)

    Spherule Foundation is dedicated to empowering women in India, recognizing diverse factors like location, education, and social status that influence empowerment. Through its Women Empowerment & Entrepreneurship Programme (WEEP), they address gender disparities in education, economic opportunities, and healthcare. The initiative involves skill development in menstrual health, organic sanitary pad production, healthy cooking, tailoring, and digital literacy. This not only empowers women in rural and urban areas but also fosters entrepreneurship. WEEP enables women to establish micro-ventures, sell organic sanitary napkins, and contribute to income and health awareness. The programme's success is evident in improved incomes among participants due to enhanced skills and knowledge, spanning entrepreneurship, digital literacy, and more.

  • Digital Literacy Programme

    Spherule Foundation addresses the digital and financial literacy challenges faced by marginalized communities in India. Despite increased account openings, the impact of India's digital finance initiatives is limited by account dormancy and low usage, especially in rural and poorer populations. Spherule's programme aims to empower micro-entrepreneurs with essential digital skills and financial knowledge. It provides training sessions on using digital tools, UPI, money management apps, and navigating social networks and shopping applications. Additionally, the programme educates participants about India's banking system, different types of accounts, insurance, and fraud prevention. By equipping micro-entrepreneurs with these skills, Spherule Foundation seeks to break cycles of underperformance, promote business growth, and improve the overall standard of living.

Leadership Team

  • Dr. Geeta Bora

    Founder & Director

  • Deepesh Kuruppath

    Director

  • Krishna Nand Bhatt

    Executive Director

  • Utpal Kapadia

    Advisor

  • Ninad Mandke

    Project Manager

Demographics & Structure

  • No. of Employees

    21-50

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

    AAZCS3874L

  • Registration ID

    U85300PN2017NPL173116

  • VO ID / Darpan ID

    MH/2017/0179219

  • 12A

    12AA/Pune RG/910/226/2017-18/1445

  • 80G

    80G/2019-20/10249

  • FCRA

    83930756

  • CSR Registration Number

    Not Available

Location

  • Headquarters

    S.No. 232/1, Wing No.A1 Lalwani Vastu, Lane Number 5, Sakore Nagar, Viman Nagar, Pune, 411014

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Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Section 8 (formerly Section 25)

Financial Details

 Income / Expenses
  • 2019-20

    Income
    Rs.1,411,303
    Expenses
    Rs.3,006,123
    Admin Expenses
    Rs.586,807
    Program Expenses
    Rs.2,419,316
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  • 2020-21

    Income
    Rs.26,064,000
    Expenses
    Rs.13,775,000
    Admin Expenses
    Rs.1,839,000
    Program Expenses
    Rs.11,936,000
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  • 2021-22

    Income
    Rs.52,689,000
    Expenses
    Rs.46,677,000
    Admin Expenses
    Rs.9,919,000
    Program Expenses
    Rs.36,758,000
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