Driven By Empathy, Committed to Social Justice
Established in Surat, Gujarat, Samvedana Foundation was founded with the core value of "Samvedana" (empathy). We believe that true social progress is only possible when we lift up the most vulnerable segments of our society.
What started as a small group of volunteers distributing food packets and books has grown into a structured non-profit foundation. Today, we manage multiple permanent programs in Surat municipal areas, focusing on child education, food security, women's vocational training, and diagnostics.
100% Child Literacy
Ensuring kids in Surat's slums stay in school with proper school supplies and weekend support.
Healthcare & Nutrition
Eradicating malnutrition in local Anganwadis and organizing free diagnostic checkup camps.
"Touching heart, improving lives for better tomorrow!"
Our tagline is the compass that guides every project we initialize, every volunteer we enlist, and every rupee we invest.
Our Vision
To build a society where every individual, regardless of their socio-economic status, has access to quality education, nutritional security, primary healthcare, and equal opportunities to lead a dignified and self-reliant life.
Our Mission
To reach out to the most marginalized sections of Surat, providing empathy-driven support through structured education sponsorship, child nutrition drives, vocational training workshops for women, and public healthcare assistance.
100% Transparent & Compliant
Samvedana Foundation is a registered charitable trust in Gujarat, India. All contributions made to Samvedana Foundation are eligible for tax deductions under Section 80G and 12A of the Income Tax Act, 1961. We provide standard receipts immediately.
12A Registered
Tax-exempt NGO operations status
80G Benefits
50% Tax deduction benefit for Indian donors
Audited Accounts
Annual statements and receipts
The Hearts Behind Samvedana
Our board consists of dedicated professionals, educators, and social workers based in Surat, who donate their time and leadership to steer our operations.
Dinesh Patel
Founder & Managing TrusteeA veteran social activist in Surat, Dinesh envisioned Samvedana Foundation to bridge the gap in children's education.
Kiran Shah
Co-Trustee (Finance & Compliance)With a strong background in accounting and corporate governance, Kiran ensures absolute transparency and compliance for donors.
Rupa Desai
Head of Women Empowerment WingRupa coordinates our vocational tailoring school, helping hundreds of women secure livelihood skills annually.