Annual Report | CSR Partnerships

Empowering Rural Communities. Shaping Brighter Futures.

Igniting Dreams, Shaping Lives since 2014

About Our Organisation

Akanksha Charitable Trust (ACT), established in 2014, is committed to empowering underprivileged communities across five districts in Karnataka. With the support of 300+ passionate and dedicated volunteers, we have positively impacted the lives of more than 34,000 rural students and youth. Since 2022, ACT has partnered with the Rural Development & Panchayat Raj (RDPR) Department, Government of Karnataka, to build foundational skills across 110+ Gram Panchayats through Arivu Kendras. ACT has extensive experience implementing educational interventions in government schools, including Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN), library development, reading promotion, STEM education, and community-based learning initiatives. Our innovative, community-driven model has been recognized by the Minister of Panchayat Raj and ITBT, Karnataka for its scalability and impact.

Vision & Mission

VISION

To foster an inclusive future where every individual has the education, skills, and opportunities to thrive.

MISSION

a)	To deliver equitable access to quality education, skill-building, and innovative learning opportunities for children of all backgrounds.
b) To build pathways for opportunity and social mobility by fostering youth engagement, volunteering, and strategic partnerships with government, corporates, and civil society.
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Districts of Karnataka

Our Impact Since 2014

Our Board Members

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Dr. Shreesha Bhat

Dr. Shreesha Bhat

Founder and Managing Trustee

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Punit Ravindra

Punit Ravindra

Trustee

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Smrithi Hebbar

Smrithi Hebbar

Trustee

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Ganesh Hegde

Ganesh Hegde

Trustee

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Shivakumari

Shivakumari

Trustee

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Advisory Board

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Sunil K C

Sunil K C

Advisor

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Reyanka P O

Reyanka P O

Advisor

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Awards & Recognition

Milestones that reflect our commitment to impact and transparency.

GuideStarIndia Certification
2026

GuideStarIndia Certification

By: Guidestar India

Recognition from RDPR Ministry
2024

Recognition from RDPR Ministry

By: Govt. of Karnataka

Our Key Programs

Transforming lives through education and skills across communities.

Grantha Mitra – Foundational Literacy and Numeracy

Akanksha Charitable Trust’s flagship Foundational Literacy and Numeracy (FLN) programme strengthens reading, writing and mathematical skills among students in Grades 3–7. Through structured, activity-based learning and regular assessments, Grantha Mitra helps children bridge learning gaps, build strong foundational skills and develop confidence in their learning journey.

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MindSpace – Student Well-being and SEL

Supporting students' emotional well-being through counselling, social-emotional learning and guided interventions. MindSpace helps children develop self-awareness, emotional resilience and confidence to navigate academic, personal and social challenges.

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BuildSpace – STEM and Robotics

Making science and technology accessible through hands-on experiments, robotics, coding and innovation-based learning. BuildSpace encourages students to explore ideas, solve real-world problems and develop the creativity and critical-thinking skills needed for the future.

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Skill Edge – Career Readiness

Equipping college degree students with practical skills for higher education and employment. Through communication training, digital literacy, resume development, interview preparation and professional guidance, Skill Edge builds confidence and workplace readiness.

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Jnana Vahini – Scholarship Exam Preparation

Expanding access to scholarship opportunities for students in government schools through structured, classroom-based and app-based preparation for the scholarship examination. The programme strengthens students’ reasoning abilities, academic skills and examination readiness, helping them pursue their education with greater confidence.

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Science Mela

Inspiring young innovators through a collaborative science initiative where students design and build working models around real-world challenges. CodeCraft nurtures scientific curiosity, teamwork and problem-solving while bringing meaningful STEM exposure to rural schools.

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SEEP – Spoken English Empowerment Program

Helping students in Kannada-medium schools develop everyday English communication skills through interactive, small-group learning. SEEP builds vocabulary, speaking confidence and the ability to express ideas, opening up wider opportunities for learning and growth.

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Our Partners

Supported By

VCET
NITTE
Dhwani Foundation
RDPR, Govt. of Karnataka