Premwati Fakirchand MemorialEmpowering grassroots change
We strengthen community-based organizations and local volunteers to deliver last‑mile services, mobilize resources, and respond to urgent needs.
Why empowering grassroots matters
Community-based organizations are the backbone of last‑mile delivery. We help them build capacity, secure local resources, and scale impact sustainably.
- Strengthen local leadership and governance.
- Improve fundraising, reporting, and program design.
- Enable rapid response to community needs.
250+
local partners supported.
120+
capacity building workshops.
75%
partners raised local funding.
15+
districts supported.
How we work
Inspired by the CTGI model, we use a two‑pronged approach to build sustainable grassroots organizations.
Matching Grants
Seed support to strengthen operations while encouraging local fundraising.
Capacity Building
Training in planning, governance, communication, and impact reporting.
Community Response
Rapid response to local emergencies and high‑need situations.
Local Networks
Peer learning and partnerships to scale grassroots innovation.
Community response initiatives
Inspired by Project Prayas, we support urgent needs beyond core themes.
Impact goals for 2025
We track organizational sustainability and community response outcomes.
300+
organizations strengthened.
1,000+
leaders trained in governance.
10,000+
community members reached.
500+
response actions delivered.
Changemakers
Stories from grassroots leaders creating impact in their communities.
Sushila’s Collective
Capacity coaching helped Sushila lead a women’s collective that now runs local health camps.
Rahim’s Network
Local fundraising training enabled Rahim’s team to sustain a rural education initiative.
Meera’s Response Team
Meera coordinated relief distribution and connected families to services during floods.
Get involved
Support local organizations and help communities become self‑reliant.
FAQs
Who can partner as a grassroots organization?
Credible local NGOs and community groups working on social impact can apply.
Do you provide funding support?
Yes, we provide matching grants alongside capacity building support.
What kind of training do you offer?
Program design, governance, fundraising, communication, and monitoring.
How can individuals contribute?
You can donate, volunteer, or mentor grassroots leaders.