Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled Crosses ₹100 Crore Annual CSR Funding Milestone
Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled has achieved a significant milestone by crossing ₹100 crore in annual CSR funding support, reinforcing its vision of building an inclusive society where persons with disabilities have equal opportunities to learn, grow, and succeed. This achievement highlights the growing impact of CSR in India, corporate social responsibility partnerships, and NGO-led inclusive development initiatives.
This milestone is the result of consistent efforts and strong support from corporates, CSR partners, government bodies, donors, and philanthropic organizations committed to social impact, disability empowerment, and sustainable community development. These partnerships play a key role in creating opportunities for disabled individuals to lead independent and dignified lives.
At its core, Samarthanam’s mission is to empower persons with disabilities by removing challenges and enabling access to opportunities that truly matter. The real impact is seen in transformed lives, improved livelihoods, and increased independence. This milestone represents how CSR funding can create measurable social impact, strengthen NGO initiatives, and build a more inclusive and accessible India.
Celebrating an Annual Milestone of Impact: ₹100 Crore in CSR Support
Achieving the ₹100 crore annual CSR milestone reflects the strong commitment of our partners toward disability empowerment and inclusive development in India. Every CSR contribution supports meaningful NGO initiatives, helping create equal opportunities and drive real, lasting change for persons with disabilities.
Through impactful CSR partnerships, Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled is creating measurable impact across India. The focus is on inclusive education with accessible learning and support for disabled individuals, skill development and employment opportunities that enable financial independence, and cricket for the blind, where visually impaired athletes are supported to compete and succeed at national and international levels.
The organization also works to improve accessibility through assistive technology and inclusive infrastructure while promoting social inclusion, dignity, and equality for all. This milestone is more than a number, it represents transformed lives, stronger communities, and a growing movement toward an inclusive India.
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Why Corporates Choose Samarthanam
Corporate partners collaborate with Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled because we provide a transparent, accountable, and impact-driven platform for CSR funding in India that creates direct, measurable change in the lives of individuals.
We are focused on one goal: transforming the lives of persons with disabilities and underserved communities through structured, long-term support programs.
Our key impact areas include:
- Livelihood and employment support for persons with disabilities (PwDs)
- Rehabilitation and life rebuilding programs for persons with disabilities and underserved individuals
- Inclusive sports programs including cricket for the blind and para sports initiatives
- Performing arts and cultural empowerment for persons with disabilities
- Women rehabilitation, shelter, and reintegration support programs under CSR
- Midday meal and nutrition support for children and underserved communities
Accessibility support, assistive devices, and mobility solutions for persons with disabilities
As a leading CSR implementation organization in India, Samarthanam has successfully crossed the ₹100 crore CSR funding milestone, reflecting strong corporate trust in our ability to deliver scalable and accountable impact.
Every CSR partnership is designed to directly improve individual lives, helping people gain education, build skills, access employment, and rebuild dignity and independence.
Through CSR-funded disability empowerment and underserved community programs in India, we ensure that corporate support translates into real, lasting change on the ground.
Aligned with Global Goals
Samarthanam’s initiatives contribute directly to the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs):
Inclusive Growth Through CSR Partnerships “Prosperity thrives in an inclusive society.”
In India, over 21 million people live with disabilities, representing 2.1% of the population, highlighting the urgent need for inclusive development and sustainable social impact.
Since 1997, Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled has been empowering individuals with disabilities through accessible education, skill development, livelihood opportunities, and para sports, promoting independence and social inclusion across the country.
Through Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) partnerships, organizations can create measurable social impact while ensuring CSR compliance under the Companies Act, 2013. Collaborating with Samarthanam enables corporates to support community development, disability inclusion, and ESG initiatives, strengthening both societal progress and corporate responsibility.
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CSR Opportunities with Samarthanam
At Samarthanam Trust for the Disabled, we believe Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is not just about giving it’s about creating real, measurable social impact. By partnering with us, companies can drive inclusive development, empower persons with disabilities, and support sustainable community growth across India.
Our CSR programs are designed to align with key focus areas such as education, skill development, livelihood generation, inclusive sports, healthcare, and environmental sustainability helping organizations achieve their CSR goals while making a meaningful difference.
Education, Scholarships
& Inclusive Learning
Support 1,00,000+ students every year through our inclusive education initiatives. Your CSR contribution helps provide scholarships for underprivileged students, assistive technology for visually impaired learners, digital education tools, and accessible learning environments.
Skill Development &
Employment
Empower youth with disabilities through skill development and job opportunities. Our programs focus on vocational training, digital skills, employment readiness, and corporate placements, enabling financial independence.
Inclusive Sports
& Blind Cricket
Promote sports inclusion and equal opportunities through initiatives like blind cricket, women’s para sports teams, and national-level competitions. Help talented athletes gain recognition and build confidence.
Arts, Culture &
Inclusion
Encourage inclusive arts and cultural expression by supporting performances from musicians and dancers with disabilities. These initiatives promote diversity, awareness, and social inclusion through art.
Nutrition
& Healthcare Programs
Strengthen our midday meal and health initiatives to support children and communities. Ensure access to nutritious food, better health, and overall well-being for underserved populations.
Environment &
Sustainability
Drive sustainable development and environmental impact through waste management, eco-friendly projects, and conservation programs that build greener communities.
Partner with Us for Impact
Collaborate with Samarthanam to deliver high-impact CSR projects with transparency, scalability, and measurable results. Together, we can build an inclusive, empowered, and sustainable society.
Corporate Engagement
240+ projects and 50+ events annually, engaging employees in meaningful service.
220+ corporates already allied, contributing to ₹100 Cr CSR milestone.
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Valuable Reflections from Our CSR Partners
IndusInd Bank’s CSR Programmes in Sports are founded on the pillars of inclusion and sporting excellence. The IndusInd Blind Cricket Programme is one such programme that embodies this philosophy, and has been a driver in our association with Samarthanam since 2016.
Roopa Satish
Head – Sustainable Banking & CSR
IndusInd Bank
Barclays is building an inclusive and equitable culture and we look at direct engagement opportunities with the communities where we live and work. It’s heartening to see the pioneering work done by Samarthanam is leveling the playing field for persons
TK
Rajesh
Managing Director – GTSM
Barclays
Customers, Community and planet are an integral part of our core purpose here at Tesco. We were looking for a CSR partner which shared a similar ethos and had the network and expertise to impact a large scale change in how waste management was dealt with in Bangalore.
Sumit Mitra
CEO
Tesco Business Services & Tesco Bengaluru
United Way Mumbai is proud of its partnership with Samarthanam Trust. Teams at both the organisations have worked in collaboration across the length and breadth of the country on multiple community challenges. May it be strengthening public health infrastructure
Anil Parmar
Vice President
Community Investment United Way Mumbai
We at NTT DATA are committed to sustainable development, championing diversity, and leveraging technology for pursuing the social good. Samarthanam’s vision to support inclusive society and education for all resonates strongly with us at NTT DATA.
Gauri Bahulkar
Director Marketing
Global CSR & India EBC, NTT DATA
Otis India has partnered with Samarthanam Trust over the years. It has been gratifying to see how the lives of so many visually and physically challenged youth have been positively impacted, propelling them to gain employment.
Sebi Joseph
President
Otis India
At Morgan Stanley Giving Back is one of our five core values. Investing in communities where we live and work is an integral part of our culture and the way we do business. Samarthanam’s mission to empower
Nikita Shah Mascarenhas
Head of Corporate Affairs (India)
Morgan Stanley India
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