Foundation for Initiatives in Development and Education for All
IDEA Foundation is committed to creating equal opportunities for the underprivileged sections of society, focusing on holistic development through education and skill-building initiatives. Established in 2002, IDEA originated from the findings of a PhD study by Dr. Usha Pillai, addressing educational and developmental challenges among marginalized communities. The organization operates in over 26 communities in and around Pune, as well as 11 villages around Hinjewadi and Bhor in Maharashtra, directly reaching approximately 3,500 underprivileged individuals annually.
About Us
Foundation for Initiatives in Development and Education for All (IDEA) is a NON-PROFIT organization based in Pune, serving underprivileged CHILDREN and WOMEN through EDUCATIONAL and SKILLING programmes. IDEA originated from the findings of a PhD study by Dr. Usha Pillai to deal with the problems in education and developmental issues of the marginalized people. Realizing the need for adopting a holistic approach to minimize school dropout, IDEA started its work in a slum in 2002 with a study centre and later expanded its work to include educational sponsorship for High school children and also started Skill development courses for women and youth since 2008.
Vision &
Mission
- A just society where individuals have access to equal opportunities.
- To create equal opportunities for the underprivileged sections of society for their all-round development.
Cause Area
Programs
Milestones
Directly reached over 55,000 children, 12,000 youth, and 18,000 women since inception. Established a rehabilitation center for leprosy-affected individuals, the first of its kind in India. Accredited member of Credibility Alliance; received Gold and Platinum certification from Guidestar India.
Awards
Best NGO partner’ at Partners for Goals meet, TATA Communications 2019 SUPERSTAR rank on Global Giving from 2017 DHYAS Award for Social Excellence, 2011 Outstanding Annual Report Award, in 2008 from CSO Partners, Credibility Alliance & FMSF- All India Level. NGO Leadership Award, 2017
Team details
Mr. Balakrishna Pillai is a retired
President & Trustee
Dr. Usha Pillai
Co-founder & Director
Dr. Usha Vergheese
Co-founder
Late Smt. Krupavati Iyer
Co-founder
Sushama Apte
Co-founder
Mr. Unmesh Krishnan
Co-founder
Late Shri. Dattatraya Waghmare
Co-founder
Registration Details
NGO Registration Number
Mah/195/2002/Pune
NGO PAN
AAATF1163B
NGO 12A
AAATF1163BE20214
NGO 80G
AAATF1163BF20213
NGO FCRA
83930539
NGO CSR 1
CSR00000945
Location
Head Office Address
B/3, Chaitanya Society, Opp. Keshav Kunj, Brahmachaitanya Society Lane, Near Ambedkar Chowk, N. D. A. Road, Warje
NGO City
Pune
NGO State
Maharashtra
NGO PIN Code
411058
Country
India
Connect Now
NGO's Email
contact@ideafoundation.org.in
NGO's Phone
8600129510
NGO's Website
https://ideafoundation.org.in/