This significant contribution will aid The Akshaya Patra Foundation in their ongoing efforts to provide critical relief services, including emergency food supplies, medical aid, and essential resources to the affected communities in Wayanad. The donation underscores SBI General Insurance’s commitment to supporting communities in times of crisis and contributing to their swift recovery.

The recent disaster has left many families displaced and in urgent need of assistance. The Akshaya Patra Foundation, renowned for its efficient and effective relief operations, is on the ground providing essential support to those in need. SBI General’s contribution will bolster these efforts, ensuring that affected families receive timely aid and support as they begin the process of rebuilding their lives.

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Bengaluru, India – 14th August, 2024 – The Akshaya Patra Foundation, a leading not-for-profit organization dedicated to eradicating classroom hunger and malnutrition in India, is proud to announce its latest initiative in educational empowerment—the ‘Scholarship Program’, in association with Dr. Majeed Foundation. This year, the program has pledged an impressive total of Rs. 25 lakhs in scholarships, benefiting over 130 deserving students from government and government-aided schools.

Through this initiative, The Akshaya Patra Foundation aims to extend its mission beyond the successful Mid-Day Meal Scheme, now known as Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM POSHAN). The scholarships will support 75 students graduating from 11^th or 12^th grade and 55 students completing their Bachelor’s degrees, covering their full academic fees and enabling them to pursue higher education without financial constraints.

The scholarship distribution event was held at MVT Hall, Iskcon Campus, Bangalore & was graced by Dr. Anju Majeed, Group Executive Chairperson of the Sami-Sabinsa Group; Mr. Shridhar Venkat, CEO, The Akshaya Patra Foundation and Sri Gunakara Rama Dasa, Regional President – Karnataka, The Akshaya Patra Foundation.

In her note, Dr. Anju Majeed, Group Executive Chairperson, Sami-Sabinsa Group, said, “The Dr. Majeed Foundation, since its inception, has provided academic and financial support to numerous needy students, eliminating dropouts. We are fortunate to have had the chance to assist The Akshaya Patra Foundation in its efforts by contributing Rs. 29 lakh towards student scholarships and helping the organization in their mid-day meal program. It is gratifying to note that our efforts will improve the students learning outcomes.” “In 2023, the Dr. Majeed Foundation has donated Rs. 50 lakh to The Akshaya Patra Foundation to provide nutritious meals for schoolchildren in the State,” she added.

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Shridhar Venkat, CEO, The Akshaya Patra Foundation, expressed, “At The Akshaya Patra Foundation, we believe that education is the cornerstone of personal and societal growth. With this scholarship program, we are committed to breaking down the barriers that prevent talented young individuals from achieving their academic and professional dreams. Our goal is not just to feed the body but to nourish the mind, empowering a generation to rise above their circumstances and contribute meaningfully to our society.”

The foundation’s commitment to education extends beyond meal provision, aiming to cultivate a holistic educational environment that supports students from the classroom to their careers. This year, the foundation aims to support over 10,000 students, reinforcing its commitment to creating a future-ready workforce.

As we move forward, The Akshaya Patra Foundation remains dedicated to expanding its circles of care, ensuring that every child has the opportunity to learn, grow, and succeed. With the support of our partners and the community, we continue to make strides towards a healthier, more educated society.

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Key findings:

• 64% agree that community involvement is crucial to ensuring nutrition for children

• However, only a mere 21% have participated in or supported any initiatives related to child nutrition in their community

• 74% have never come across any information related to community initiatives to address child undernutrition

Mumbai, 4th March 2024: Today, The Breakfast Revolution, The Akshaya Patra Foundation, and Share Our Strength, that work towards driving positive change in the child nutrition sector, announced the results of a survey conducted to gain insights into community perceptions about child nutrition in India and the extent of community awareness and engagement in addressing issues on child nourishment.

As per the survey, a majority – 76% are aware of government schemes providing free meals to children in schools and more than half the respondents (57%) find the school feeding programs effective in addressing children’s nutritional needs. It is indeed heartening to find that 60% of the respondents personally know of a child who has benefited from programs that provide meals to school going children. When asked to describe what is good nutrition for children, 57% described it as, ‘Getting enough protein, healthy carbs, vitamins, and minerals from the meals for healthy growth’.

“The survey confirms our belief that addressing the challenge of child nutrition requires the collective efforts of not only government agencies and non-profit organizations, but also the wider community, including parents, schools, health professionals, among others. Community involvement is crucial to enhance the nutritional health and well-being of children. While the survey indicates a big gap in community participation, it underscores the urgent necessity to raise awareness about such initiatives within our communities, run by both public and private organizations, fostering increased engagement in both volunteering and fundraising efforts,” said Dr Pankaj Jethwani, Co-Founder, The Breakfast Revolution.

To build that awareness and create more avenues for participation, Share Our Strength is organising an exclusive dinner event in aid of The Akshaya Patra Foundation and The Breakfast Revolution. They have partnered with The Bombay Club and EazyDiner, to host the event with the aim to raise INR 1 crore to provide daily breakfasts and mid-day meals for over 10,000 underprivileged school children in the upcoming academic year. Share Our Strength has also committed to match all donations from the event, thereby doubling the impact.

The Bombay Club, Mahalaxmi Race Course have stepped up as community champions and opened their doors to allow more people to attend the exquisite culinary experience being curated by the globally renowned chefs on March 17th. “We need to make more people realise that Charities like Akshaya Patra and The Breakfast Revolution are working with the government to nourish children in schools and the various ways they can help in this noble cause. The Bombay Club is proud to be a partner for this unique dinner event. We strongly feel that no child should go to school hungry”, said the partners at The Bombay Club.

Sachin Pabreja, Co-founder and CEO of EazyDiner has also come forward to help raise awareness. “Our platform EazyDiner will lend its full support to this wonderful initiative from Share Our Strength. People will be able to easily register for the dinner event and also gain from lots of benefits available with our service. It is time we create more opportunities for people to contribute through volunteering, fundraising, and sharing knowledge”

The event has received a great response so far, along with substantial support from well-wishers and changemakers. It stands as a testimony to the commitment and unwavering positivity towards our future generation— children, who are the cornerstone of our society and future economy.

The Survey garnered more than 2500 responses from across India of which 75% are in the 25-34 years age bracket.

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