Community-Led Change, Sustainable Results
At Ekalavya Foundation, we believe that true and lasting development begins within the community itself. Our people-centered approach sets us apart — every project is designed, implemented, and sustained by the very communities we serve.
Community Ownership
We place local people at the center of every project, ensuring that solutions are built by the community, for the community.
Sustainable Impact
Our programs focus on lasting change through environmentally sound and socially inclusive development.
Holistic Approach
We integrate agriculture, health, education, and livelihood initiatives to address the complete well-being of rural families.
Transparency & Accountability
We maintain open communication with our partners, donors, and beneficiaries to ensure trust and measurable results.
About Us
Building Self-Reliant Communities Through Sustainable Development
Ekalavya Foundation is a grassroots non-profit organization based in Hyderabad, Telangana, dedicated to empowering marginalized and tribal communities through sustainable and community-driven development initiatives. Established with a vision to improve the quality of life in rural India, the foundation focuses on increasing income levels, enhancing education, strengthening livelihoods, and promoting natural resource conservation.
Starting its journey with tribal groups in Adilabad district, Ekalavya Foundation has grown into a trusted facilitator of change, implementing programs that address key areas such as Natural Resource Management, Agriculture, Health, Livelihoods, and Education. Our approach centers on participation, inclusion, and sustainability — ensuring that every project is owned and managed by the community itself.
Our Mission: Empowering Communities, Enriching Lives
Our mission at Ekalavya Foundation is to increase income levels and improve the quality of life for marginalized and tribal communities through sustainable, community-led development initiatives. We focus on creating holistic solutions across agriculture, natural resource management, education, health, and livelihoods, ensuring that every intervention strengthens resilience and self-reliance.
By partnering closely with villagers, farmer collectives, and local leaders, we empower communities to take charge of their own growth. Through active participation, capacity building, and environmentally conscious practices, we aim to create lasting social and economic impact, enabling individuals and families to thrive with dignity and confidence.
Our Mission
Ekalavya Foundation’s mission is to improve the livelihoods, income levels, and quality of life of marginalized and tribal communities through sustainable, community-led development initiatives. We work across natural resource management, agriculture, education, health, and livelihoods to create holistic solutions that foster resilience and self-reliance.
Our approach is participatory — villagers actively design, implement, and maintain projects, ensuring ownership and long-lasting impact. By combining traditional knowledge with modern practices, we empower communities to overcome challenges, seize opportunities, and build dignified, sustainable futures.
Our Vision
Our vision is a world where every tribal and rural community has the resources, knowledge, and opportunities to live with dignity, self-sufficiency, and resilience. We envision empowered communities that are not only economically secure but also socially inclusive, environmentally conscious, and capable of shaping their own destinies.
Through education, health initiatives, livelihood programs, and environmental stewardship, we aim to create a society where individuals and communities flourish together, ensuring a sustainable and equitable future for generations to come.
Our Work
At Ekalavya Foundation, our work focuses on transforming rural and tribal communities through sustainable, inclusive, and community-led initiatives. We believe that true development begins when people actively participate in shaping their own futures.
Natural Resource Management
Ekalavya Foundation promotes community-based Natural Resource Management to restore and sustain the ecological balance of rural and tribal regions. Through watershed development, soil and water conservation, afforestation, and sustainable land-use practices, we help rejuvenate local ecosystems while improving agricultural productivity. Our participatory approach ensures that villagers play a central role in planning, implementing, and maintaining these resources, leading to long-term environmental and livelihood security.
Agriculture & Livelihoods
We work with small and marginal farmers to enhance agricultural productivity, resilience, and income. Our initiatives focus on promoting climate-smart farming, organic cultivation, crop diversification, and value-added enterprises. By facilitating training, forming farmer producer groups, and building market linkages, we empower communities to move from subsistence farming to sustainable livelihoods. This integrated model strengthens rural economies while preserving traditional agricultural wisdom.
Education
Education lies at the core of our mission to empower communities. Ekalavya Foundation supports quality learning opportunities for children and youth in underprivileged areas by improving school infrastructure, providing learning materials, and offering remedial education programs. We also conduct teacher training and digital learning initiatives to enhance classroom outcomes. Our goal is to ensure that every child, regardless of background, has access to inclusive, equitable, and holistic education — a foundation for lifelong progress.
Guided by Purpose, Driven by People
At Ekalavya Foundation, our work is guided by a strong set of values that define who we are and how we serve. These values shape every decision, partnership, and initiative — ensuring that our mission of empowering marginalized communities remains rooted in integrity, inclusion, and sustainability.
Community Participation
We believe that people are the true agents of change. Every project is designed and implemented with active involvement from local communities to ensure ownership and lasting impact.
Integrity & Transparency
We uphold honesty, accountability, and openness in all our actions. Our work is built on trust — with our beneficiaries, partners, and supporters.
Sustainability
We are committed to long-term environmental and social sustainability. Our interventions promote harmony between people and nature for a resilient future.
Equity & Inclusion
We strive to create equal opportunities for all — regardless of gender, caste, or background — ensuring that no one is left behind in the journey toward development.
Dedicated Hearts, Experienced Hands. Shared Vision
Behind every successful initiative of Ekalavya Foundation is a team of passionate individuals committed to creating lasting change in rural and tribal communities. Our strength lies in our people — professionals, community workers, and volunteers who bring together experience, empathy, and innovation to make development truly inclusive and sustainable.
Anupama Singh
Founding Members
Visionaries who established Ekalavya Foundation with a mission to empower marginalized communities through participatory development.
Anjali
Program Coordinators
Experts leading field operations in areas such as natural resource management, education, health, and livelihoods.
Rajiv
Community Mobilizers
Local champions who work directly with villagers, farmers, and women’s groups to ensure participation and ownership.
Testimonials: Voices of Change. Stories of Hope
The true measure of our work lies in the lives we touch. At Ekalavya Foundation, every story is a reflection of transformation, resilience, and community strength. Here’s what the people and partners we work with have to say about our journey together:
“Before Ekalavya Foundation started watershed work in our village, our wells would dry up every summer. Now we have enough water for two crops a year. Our income has improved, and we can send our children to school.”
Aman
“The education support programs have changed the way children learn in our school. The new learning materials and teacher training have brought confidence and curiosity back into the classroom.”
Abhishek Gautam
“Through the livelihood program, we learned to manage savings, start small businesses, and support each other. We are no longer dependent — we are decision-makers in our families and community.”