NGOStory

16/02/2026

We are proud to share that Ms Neha Chawla, Founder & Director of Project Shiksha and Founder of NGOStory, has been nominated in the Excellence in Social Service category at the South India Women Achievers Awards 2026.

From a single belief that education is the most powerful equaliser, this journey has grown into a movement.
Through Project Shiksha, Neha has led initiatives such as Digital Shiksha Labs, enabling digital literacy and future-ready skills across 32+ government schools, impacting over 10,000 underprivileged students across India.

Through NGOStory, she has amplified the voices of grassroots changemakers, strengthening the development ecosystem and fostering meaningful collaborations.
This nomination is not an individual milestone — it reflects the collective impact created by:
• Every child who dared to dream bigger
• Every government school that opened its doors to change
• Every volunteer, partner, and supporter who believed in the mission
It is a reminder that purpose-driven action has the power to transform lives, communities, and the future of our nation.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the South India Women Achievers Awards for this honour, and to our entire community for being an integral part of this journey.
The mission continues. The impact grows. The best is yet to come.

16/02/2026

We are proud to share that Ms Neha Chawla, Founder & Director of Project Shiksha and Founder of NGOStory, has been nominated in the Excellence in Social Service category at the South India Women Achievers Awards 2026.
From a single belief that education is the most powerful equaliser, this journey has grown into a movement.
Through Project Shiksha, Neha has led initiatives such as Digital Shiksha Labs, enabling digital literacy and future-ready skills across 32+ government schools, impacting over 10,000 underprivileged students across India.
Through NGOStory, she has amplified the voices of grassroots changemakers, strengthening the development ecosystem and fostering meaningful collaborations.
This nomination is not an individual milestone — it reflects the collective impact created by:
• Every child who dared to dream bigger
• Every government school that opened its doors to change
• Every volunteer, partner, and supporter who believed in the mission
It is a reminder that purpose-driven action has the power to transform lives, communities, and the future of our nation.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the South India Women Achievers Awards for this honour, and to our entire community for being an integral part of this journey.
The mission continues. The impact grows. The best is yet to come.

Meet Neha Chawla from Bangalore, Karnataka, nominated in the Excellence in Social Service category at the South India Women Achievers Awards 2026.

Social entrepreneur, changemaker, and published author, amplifying grassroots voices via NGOStory and fostering development sector connections. As Founder and Director of Project Shiksha, she boosts digital literacy in government schools through Digital Shiksha Labs, partnering with 32+ schools to reach 10,000+ underprivileged students across states. Her vision shows that social initiatives can build a future-ready India.

Neha Chawla's story powerfully illustrates how purpose-driven action creates meaningful change.

Nominations are open for the South India Women Achievers Awards 2026!
Join the grand celebration in Chennai on March 8, 2026.
Know an inspiring woman? Nominate now at www.siwaa.in

10/04/2025

💬 “Fundraising is not about asking — it’s about aligning value, purpose, and trust.”

🎙️ Catch our latest episode of High on Impact- Episode 4 with CSR & Fundraising Consultant Bhagyashree Lodha — as she shares game-changing tips for NGO founders and social entrepreneurs to raise funds and build lasting partnerships.

🚀 This one’s a masterclass in making your mission sustainable. If this episode lit a spark in you, don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to High on Impact. We’re here to fuel your changemaking journey — one powerful story at a time.

Until next time, stay inspired, stay impactful.”

Link on story, bio & shared 👇

https://youtu.be/2EZsoQArtWo

🎧 Listen now!

16/09/2024

Tune in to the Episode 3 of High On Impact with Mr Amit Patjoshi, CEO of Palladium India. Amit envisions positioning Palladium as the most impactful firm globally, leveraging their unique space in designing, developing, and implementing their projects. With a focus on key sectors including Agriculture, Economic Growth, Climate, Health, and Disaster Risk Management, Amit's aim is to bring about substantial and meaningful changes that are crucial for India and the subcontinent. We are also live on Spotify !

Listen to our podcast series at https://open.spotify.com/show/3kwn0L9DJlxHoGwFoZIaKD (link in story)

Stay tuned for the Episode 4 coming soon next only at NGOStory!
Do share your questions at [email protected]

01/08/2024

Episode 2- High On Impact with Nirbhay Lumde, Senior VP of ESG at Prestige group. It was great exploring the sustainability and ESG practices of his organisation, their deep rooted belief in collaboration and some valuable insights on how grassroot NGOs can make themselves more CSR ready and engaging in continuous learning make their work more impactful
Watch the video here- https://youtu.be/1GyJU2bH5J0

Stay tuned for the Episode 3 coming soon next week!
Do share your questions at [email protected]

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28/07/2024

We are thrilled to welcome Amit Patjoshi, CEO of Palladium India, as our guest for Episode 3 of the Podcast Series - High on Impact. With over two decades of experience in social and economic transformation, Amit has collaborated with organizations like the FCDO, IFC, UNDP, and World Bank, and has led impactful projects across sectors such as Agriculture, Climate, and Health.

In this episode, Amit will share insights on how grassroots NGOs can align with CSR strategies and leverage corporate partnerships for greater impact. He will discuss challenges, success stories, and strategies for creating sustainable development and social change. Amit's passion for hands-on implementation and tangible results makes his perspective invaluable for anyone interested in the intersection of CSR, ESG, and grassroots initiatives.

Join us to explore Amit's experiences and learn how to make your NGO projects more CSR-ready. Tune in for this inspiring episode of High on Impact, recording on Zoom on 8th August, Friday at 1:30 PM!

14/07/2024

We are excited to welcome Nirbhay Lumde as our Speaker for Episode 2 of the Podcast Series- High on Impact. Nirbhay is the Senior Vice-President of ESG at Prestige Group. He is passionate about sustainable development and corporate responsibility, with over two decades of experience driving positive change. Having steered several leading companies to success, he leverages his expertise to integrate social and governance factors into business practices.
He envisions a future where every action ripples outwards, impacting future generations. This conviction fuels his collaborations with corporations, non-profits, and governments, where he spearheads strategic CSR and ESG programs that foster sustainable development. His commitment to sustainability translated into significantly reducing carbon emissions, aligning with global goals. He leads not by numbers but by igniting a spirit of shared responsibility, leaving a legacy beyond measure.
Nirbhay is an alumnus of IIT Bombay. He completed the prestigious Imperial Sustainability Leadership program at Imper Business School, London, and holds certification in Systems Thinking from Cornell University and Business Strategies for Social Impact from The Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania. Furthermore, he holds a Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) certification in Sustainability Reporting from KPMG. These efforts haven't gone unnoticed, earning him accolades for the Excellence in Waste Management and Net-Zero Transition Leadership Awards.

Nirbhay is an accomplished author, and some of his notable publications include:
• CSR and ESG: ESG and CSR: Strategies for Career Success and Corporate Responsibility.
• Corporate Social Responsibility in India: A Practitioner’s Perspective.
• Co-author of an Ivey Business Case Study, “Employer Branding through Purpose-Driven CSR”.

Let's understand the impactful initiatives in sustainability, challenges, success stories & how to grassroot NGOs can make their projects more CSR ready.
Stay tuned for the Instagram live on 19th July, Friday at 2:30pm!

24/06/2024

We are all set to record our Episode 1 of the podcast series High On Impact. Let's meet our first Speaker Akshaya Chauhan, Co-founder Neev Ki Eent Foundation.

" I consider myself a software engineer who has transitioned into the development sector, though I prefer not to label myself strictly as a Development Professional. I see myself more as a traveler, dedicated to overcoming the obstacles that hinder society's progress through the power of entrepreneurship. Indeed, I am a Social Entrepreneur, and more specifically, a "Serial Social Entrepreneur." This "serial" aspect reflects my continuous drive to surpass my previous achievements each day. My ultimate goal is to own a conglomerate comprised solely of social enterprises.

In pursuit of this vision, I have acquired various skills, which I continually refine and expand upon to achieve my aspirations on a grand scale as swiftly as possible"- Akshaya

Let's understand the challenges in the development sector as he as a social entrepreneur shares his insights.

Stay tuned for the Instagram live on 27th June, 1pm at NGOStory page.

Join here- https://www.instagram.com/ngostories

17/05/2024

What's New coming up at NGOStory? 📢

We are back with a podcast called High on Impact which captures insights from grassroot NGOs, CSR leaders, Civil society founders, Impact advisors and much more !

Stay tuned as our Founder Ms Neha Chawla brings to you the challenges, trends and collaborative insights which will help empower the journey of stakeholders !

Details coming soon !
For speaker nominations mail at [email protected] or scan QR and DM us.

05/05/2024

We are proud to be featured by IIMV FIELD as a part of SDG 8: Decent work & Economic growth in alignment with innovative solutions. We are happy to a part of their valuable network & potential CSRs who will resonate with our work & be a part of creating innovative & sustainable solutions in the social sector

Read more here- https://www.instagram.com/p/C6kzoLoSatR/?igsh=YTNwcWpjb2cyN3cx

19/03/2024

We are back with another power packed NGOStory! Let us introduce the work of IN-DEED Foundation (India - Driving Education Empowerment and Development Foundation) that has been dedicated to driving positive change in the educational landscape since 2014 , particularly in the districts of Pali,Jodhpur, Barmer and Jaisalmer.

What is IN-DEED foundation? It is a registered trust working on quality education and digital empowerment in Rajasthan. Their mission is to empower every child in India with access to high-quality education. They believe in elevating learning standards in government schools through a multifaceted approach that encompasses innovative pedagogical approaches, active volunteer engagement, and the integration of cutting-edge technologies.

Achievements by IN-DEED Foundation🏅
3 Year MoU
with Govt of Rajasthan – 100 schools in 4 districts reaching 10,000+ students each year
60,000 Students
Provided free access to BYJUs learning content
50+ Learning boxes
Installed in Schools – 5,000+ Grade IV to XII students access high quality curriculum
content in audio-visual format from some of the leading Ed-tech companies of India
200 Tablets
2,500+ students take part in Digital assessments each year;
1st Digital Resource Centre – fully equipped with E-infrastructure established in rural
West Rajasthan
2,000+ students trained on practical computers, MS Office and digital skills at the
Centre since 2018
Largest Edutainment Fair – in West Rajasthan
Conducted annually, exclusively for Govt. and Rural school students

More Awesome things about this Trust!

IN-DEED Foundation in partnership with Tinkerly - an edutech venture of IIT Alumni based out of Jaipur,has started coding classes for 600+ students of Grade VI to X from 3 Govt Schools of Jodhpur

Follow them at-
Web: www.indeedfoundation.org
FB: https://www.facebook.com/indeedfoundation/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/in-deed-foundation/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/INDEED_Fdn

We at NGOStory salute the impact IN-DEED Foundation is creating through its wonderful work. Let’s Empower the Real India Together !
Want to share your NGOstory? Write to us at [email protected]