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Sphoorti Foundation Kappaladoddi Elderly weavers’ Project Reviving heritage and dignity, the Kappaladoddi Elderly Weavers Project supports aging artisans with sustainable livelihoods and care INDIA Or INTL The Kappaladoddi Elderly Weavers’ Project is an initiative by the Sphoorti Foundation, dedicated to supporting elderly couples in Kappaladoddi village, Krishna district, Andhra Pradesh. These individuals, once skilled weavers, have aged out of the workforce and now face economic hardships. Since COVID-19 we have been supporting over 60 families every month with groceries.   Purpose and ImpactThe project aims to provide these senior artisans with essential support, including food, healthcare, and other necessities, ensuring they live with dignity and comfort in their later years. By addressing their immediate needs, the initiative also seeks to preserve the rich cultural heritage of handloom weaving that these elders represent. Community EngagementBeyond material assistance, the project fosters a sense of community and belonging among the elderly, recognizing their contributions and ensuring they are not forgotten. This holistic approach not only improves their quality of life but also strengthens community bonds.

Sphoorti Foundation Education Sponsorship Project We provide the opportunity for disadvantaged children to transform their lives through comprehensive care. INDIA Or INTL Education Sponsorship Program   At Sphoorti Foundation, we believe that education is not just a pathway out of poverty—it is the foundation for dignity, opportunity, and empowerment. Our Education Sponsorship Program is designed to ensure that every child, regardless of background or circumstance, has access to quality learning, holistic development, and the support they need to thrive.   Why Education Sponsorship Matters   Many of the children in our care come from challenging backgrounds—orphans, semi-orphans, and those from families with little to no means of livelihood. For them, education is often a distant dream. Through your sponsorship, you become a part of their journey—helping them access school supplies, nutritious meals, transportation, tuition support, and emotional care.   What Your Sponsorship Supports •School Supplies: Notebooks, uniforms, stationery, shoes, and backpacks •Access to Education: Enrollment in school, transportation, and tuition support •Daily Needs: Midday meals, hygiene kits, and medical care •After-School Programs: Tutoring, life skills training, and extracurricular development •Higher Education: Scholarships for deserving students pursuing degrees in engineering, sciences, humanities, and more   Our Reach   Sphoorti supports over 1,500 children through our residential homes, model school, and community outreach centers in Hyderabad and Tirupati. Our alumni have gone on to pursue professional degrees and secure meaningful employment, breaking the cycle of poverty for themselves and their families.   Sponsor a Child. Change a Life.   When you sponsor a child’s education, you’re not just funding school fees—you’re investing in a future leader, artist, teacher, or changemaker. You are giving a child the tools to write their own story.   Whether you choose to support primary education or contribute to a college scholarship, your impact is transformative—and lifelong.

Sphoorti Foundation Akshara Yagnam After-School Study Centers We provide the opportunity for disadvantaged children to transform their lives through comprehensive care. INDIA Or INTL Akshara Yagnam Study Centers: Empowering Education for Underprivileged Children The Akshara Yagnam Study Centers are an initiative by the Sphoorti Foundation, aimed at providing after-school educational support to underprivileged children, particularly in areas like Tirupati. These centers focus on strengthening foundational skills in language and arithmetic, ensuring that children from marginalized communities receive the academic assistance they need to succeed.    Key Features: Targeted Support: The centers offer specialized tutoring to help students grasp essential concepts, bridging gaps in their regular schooling. Community Engagement: By operating within local communities, the centers foster a supportive environment where children feel encouraged to learn and grow. Holistic Development: Beyond academics, the centers also focus on the overall development of children, including extracurricular activities and life skills training.   Through the Akshara Yagnam Study Centers, the Sphoorti Foundation continues its mission to transform lives by ensuring that every child has access to quality education and the opportunity to realize their full potential.

Sphoorti Foundation sphoorti model school We provide the opportunity for disadvantaged children to transform their lives through comprehensive care. INDIA Or INTL Sphoorti Model School Sphoorti Model School is a key initiative of the Sphoorti Foundation, established with the vision of providing high-quality, holistic education to underprivileged children in Hyderabad. The school currently caters to children from Lower Kindergarten (LKG) through Grade 7 and serves as a cornerstone of the foundation’s broader mission to break the cycle of poverty through education, care, and empowerment.   Core Philosophy: At the heart of the Sphoorti Model School is the belief that every child, regardless of background, deserves access to nurturing environments and quality education that encourages curiosity, creativity, and character development. The school integrates academic learning with values-based education, arts, sports, and life skills training to ensure the all-round development of its students.   Curriculum and Pedagogy: Sphoorti Model School follows a child-centric curriculum rooted in national education standards, with an emphasis on experiential learning. Teachers employ inclusive teaching methods that recognize and support the diverse learning needs of children, many of whom come from marginalized communities.   Infrastructure and Facilities: The school is equipped with modern classrooms, a library, a computer lab, science facilities, and spaces for creative and physical development. Clean hostels, nutritious meals, and a safe environment are also integral to the learning experience, especially for resident children supported by the Sphoorti Foundation.   Community Impact: Serving over 170 children across its educational and residential programs, the school has played a transformative role in the lives of countless families. Alumni of Sphoorti Model School have gone on to pursue higher education and vocational training, becoming changemakers in their communities.   A Model for Replication: The success of Sphoorti Model School has positioned it as a replicable model for community-driven, equitable education. It exemplifies how thoughtful intervention and sustained support can empower children and catalyze systemic change.