Aasraa Trust works to uplift underserved children and youth in Uttarakhand through education and skills training. Like many growing NGOs, they faced challenges around workforce development and technological infrastructure. A valued supporter recommended The GROW Fund, and the partnership began.

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‍“Working with The GROW Fund has been an unparalleled experience,” says Amit Balodi, CEO. “The workshops, training sessions, and feedback were invaluable learning opportunities.”

With the fund’s support, Aasraa was able to streamline processes and create key roles, including an Advocacy Manager who helped renew an important MOU with the Maharashtra state government. They adopted TYASuite software, which improved operations, transparency, and efficiency in procurement processes. At the same time, initiatives focused on organizational culture boosted employee satisfaction, reduced turnover and created a more motivated team.“The most crucial area where we aimed to bring about change was streamlining our processes,” noted the team.

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Capacity-building initiatives have fostered a culture of learning, enhanced teamwork, and led to a more organized approach across departments.

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The GROW Fund also helped Aasraa strengthen its brand through a website revamp to help them boost their visibility and communication. With this backing, the organization is now preparing to expand to 120 Night Schools and 100 Evening Learning Centers across India, reaching 10,000 students. The fund has also contributed to Aasraa’s recognition through prestigious awards, highlighting the success and impact of its work.

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The GROW Fund has been essential in addressing Aasraa Trust’s operational challenges, enhancing internal processes, and fostering valuable collaborations. As Aasraacontinues to drive transformative change, the support from the GROW Fund remains acornerstone of its success, empowering the organization to make a lasting impact in thecommunities it serves.

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This year,as EdelGive reflects on its journey, we embracethis metaphor to describe the essence of ourwork and the spirit of the communities weserve. We believe that true philanthropy is lessabout control and more about flow. By beingadaptable, by embracing many currents, and byholding steadfast to the belief in a better future,we continue to move closer to a society that isequitable, inclusive, and thriving.

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