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UDAAN
Empower underprivileged children to soar high through education, skills, and unwavering support.
About the Initiative
Project Udaan is an education support initiative aimed at ensuring that no child drops out of school due to financial or logistical challenges. Through targeted interventions like bicycles, school supplies, and fee support, the project empowers underprivileged students to continue their education with dignity and confidence.
What We Aim to Do
We aim to:
- Identify students at high risk of dropping out
- Provide practical, need-based support (not one-size-fits-all)
- Enable continued access to education
- Support both school-level and higher education journeys
- Create long-term impact, not temporary relief
How It Started
Project Udaan was born from on-ground observations where many children—especially in rural and low-income communities—were discontinuing education due to simple yet critical barriers like lack of transport, school fees, or basic supplies. Recognizing that even small support can change a child’s future, Udaan was initiated to bridge this gap in a structured and scalable way.
Our Mission
To empower every child to stay in school and pursue their dreams, regardless of their financial background, by providing timely and meaningful support.
Our Unique Approach
What sets Project Udaan apart:
- Data-driven selection using a 100-point priority scoring system
- Focus on real needs (bicycles, fees, books, etc.)
- Verification through teachers & volunteers
- Prioritizing girl child education and high dropout risk cases
- Ensuring accountability and transparency
Where We Serve
Project Udaan operates in rural communities, focusing on areas where:
- Access to schools is limited
- Families face financial constraints
- Dropout rates are higher
Our Impact
Through Project Udaan, we aim to:
- Reduce school dropout rates
- Improve attendance and continuity in education
- Empower girl children and vulnerable students
- Support families in sustaining their child’s education
- Build a future-ready, educated generation
Pan India
Started January 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Who can apply for Project Udaan?
Students from economically weaker backgrounds who are currently studying or at risk of dropping out.
2. How are students selected?
Selection is based on a structured scoring system (100 points) considering:
- Financial condition
- Distance from school
- Dropout risk
- Student aspiration
- Teacher recommendation
- Attendance
3. What kind of support is provided?
Support is customized based on need, including:
- Bicycle
- School fees
- Books & stationery
- Uniform & school bags
- Travel support
- Higher education assistance
4. Who verifies the student details?
Applications are verified by teachers, principals, volunteers, or community members to ensure authenticity.
5. Is this a one-time support or ongoing?
Depending on the case, support can be one-time or continued, especially for high-priority students.
6. How do you ensure fairness?
We use a transparent priority scoring matrix, ensuring that support reaches those who need it the most.
7. Can donors track impact?
Yes, we aim to maintain clear documentation and updates on supported students and outcomes.
6. How do you ensure fairness?
We use a transparent priority scoring matrix, ensuring that support reaches those who need it the most.
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Project Leads
Hema Shetty
Sangeeta Jadhav
Sushma Kadge
Yogesh Shivaling