Partnerships

At CherYsh, we believe that the scale of change is best served through shared ownership between all stakeholders

The Power of a Collective Approach

The CherYsh mission in India aims to uplift underprivileged communities by offering modern education and livelihoods. While the vision was clear, the path was challenging, requiring collective effort, resources, and partnerships.

Our partnerships with governments, businesses, civil society, and academic institutions enable us to create lasting solutions that positively impact underprivileged communities, especially girls, women, and youth. Initially, we collaborated with like-minded NGOs to gain experience, expand our reach, increase capacity, and commit to change.

Our Updates

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CherYsh Trust, Bangalore, which operates a field center in Haliyal, Uttara Kannada, Karnataka, and KLE Technology University, Hubli, Karnataka, have entered into an agreement to promote rural community development, social change, and increase educational opportunities.
Ms. Sapna Ravindran, CEO of CherYsh Trust, and Dr. Basavraj Anami, Registrar of KLE Tech University, signed the agreement on Thursday, June 20, 2024. This partnership signifies a commitment between CherYsh Trust and KLE Technology University towards social causes. CherYsh has been active in the Haliyal region for over a decade, focusing on girl child education and women empowerment. KLE Technology University is renowned for its technical academic excellence. Together, they will work to uplift underprivileged communities through technology, research, and innovation in the coming years.
KLE Tech University Vice-Chancellor, Dr. Ashok Shettar, expressed enthusiasm about the partnership, stating, “We are keen to make an impact through this partnership.”
Attendees included Dr. Uma Mudenagudi, Prof. B. L. Desai, Dr. Sanjay Kotbagi, Dr. Preeti Patil, Dr. Vijaylakshmi M, Dr. M. R. Solapur, Dr. N. H. Ayachit from KLE and  Ms. Anita Singh, Ms. Kala Anand, Mr. Sanjeev Shanmugam, and Mr. Nagaraj Kulkarni from Cherysh Trust  among others.

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The appointment of two governance partners

CherYsh Trust is proud to onboard the following agencies to further strengthen governance and compliance systems:

1. M/s. Mukunda and Associates, Chartered Accountants, Bangalore
They will be responsible for the professional assignments of:

  • Bookkeeping and Accounts
  • Statutory Returns and Compliance Documentation
  • Governance Support and Maintenance of Digital Archives
  • Verification of Vendor and Service Agreements
  • Coordination with Tax Authorities and other statutory bodies.

2. M/s. Kulkarni & Co., Hubli
Their responsibilities include:

  • End-to-end payroll services, including attendance, leave management, statutory
    payments, and final settlements
  • Accounting processing
  • Redesign of CherYsh’s in-house bank security processes
  • Audit of CSR grant conditions and verification of Utilization Certificates (UCs)
  • Tracking of payment schedules and facilitating quarterly/tranche payments to
    Knowledge, Technology, and Implementation Partners as per MoUs or agreements

Flagship Academic Collaboration w/ KLE Tech University, Hubli

Youth engagement is at the core of CherYsh’s mission. Through collaborations with academic institutions like KLE Tech University and the Center for Training Excellence (CFTE), we involve young KLE STEM students to engage and assist in addressing STEM curriculum issues faced by rural village students. Our partnership with KLE Tech University developed innovative solutions, for instance, engineering and computer science students and staff collaborate with CherYsh on tech-driven solutions, such as creating cadences and mentoring young coders in rural areas. These partnerships empower the next generation of STEM leaders to actively participate in social transformation.

Karnataka Government Partnerships: Strengthening Community Support

CherYsh nurtures a consultative approach with local governance to ensure that our programs are aligned with the needs of the community. Working closely with government bodies at the local and state levels, we help create quality learning environments in the rural and underserved villages of the Hubli-Haliyal region. This collaboration ensures that our initiatives, such as education and skill-building programs, are effectively implemented and supported by relevant State framework of policies and resources.

Civil Society Partnerships: Extending Our Reach with Deshpande & Akshaya Patra Foundation

CherYsh collaborates with various civil society organizations to extend the value of our programs to broader communities. These partnerships allow us to connect with larger groups of beneficiaries, particularly girls and women, ensuring that our impact is felt across multiple communities. We work with trusted organizations such as Deshpande Foundation and Akshaya Patra Foundation to deepen our reach and strengthen community-led efforts for social change around English education and commercial food preparation respectively.

Business Collaborations: Corporate Support for Development Challenges

Business Collaborations: Corporate Support for Development Challenges Engaging with corporate organizations is central to our mission. We believe in the power of corporate partnerships to address complex social challenges. By collaborating with businesses, we bring innovative solutions to development issues and gain access to resources, expertise, and networks that allow us to scale our impact. For instance, partnerships with organizations like EID Parry Ltd. And the Murugappa Group have provided us with invaluable support for agricultural livelihood programs and off-take food product programs for the employee cafeterias. Many other corporations listed below have helped us build infrastructure, provide equipment, talent, and training towards building sustainable livelihoods for women.

Key Partners Making a Difference

We are fortunate to work alongside several trusted partners who contribute their expertise, resources, and networks to support our work. Notable partnerships include:

Deshpande Foundation, Hubli

A knowledge partner in implementing the English Shiksha Program, the foundation provides essential content and training, helping us deliver high-quality English education to rural communities.

KLE Tech University, Hubli

A leader in technological education, KLE Tech enables us to bring innovative tech solutions into the community, including the development of digital tools and coding programs for children.

Selco Foundation

A non-profit that focuses on sustainable energy solutions, Selco is helping empower women in the Haliyal region with clean energy solutions and sustainable livelihoods around food products.

PiJam Foundation

Through their support, we introduced advanced computer science knowledge and infrastructure to rural areas, providing valuable learning opportunities for children to work and survive in the new tech age.

Raspberry Pi Foundation

Their collaboration helps us introduce affordable and effective tech solutions with microprocessors in classrooms, enhancing advanced and hi-tech learning experiences for students in underserved areas.

CFTE, Bangalore

With a wealth of experience in education and training, The Center for Training Excellence is a key partner in implementing our Junior Shiksha Program, ensuring that educational content in English and Math and rural teacher training is of the highest quality.

Other valuable partners to name a few of them, include Sanjeeven Trust, Pratham Books, Intel, Meghshala, and Taj Gateway, all of whom contribute to CherYsh’s ongoing success in transforming rural village communities. CherYsh is committed to continuing to foster these partnerships, as we know that only through collaboration can we achieve our mission of transforming lives and building a brighter future for all.

Our Donors & Partners

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Looking Ahead

As CherYsh Trust India moves forward, it continues to seek alliances that challenge and inspire it to think bigger. The organization firmly believes that the scale of India’s social challenges demands collective action. Together with our partners, CherYsh is not just building programs—it is building hope, resilience, and a future where every rural individual can thrive in the new digital economy.

The story of CherYsh is a testament to the power of partnerships. No nonprofit, however passionate or determined, can achieve lasting change in isolation. It is in collaboration that ideas take flight, resources multiply, and true transformation happens. Through its network of partnerships, CherYsh exemplifies the adage: “If you want to go far, go together.”

Anita Singh

Anita Singh has worked in the advertising and marketing industry for several years, handling brands across various industries, including IT services, consumer durables, and ice creams. She is a highly motivated strategic leader with more than 25 years of global corporate experience and success in aligning people, brand and organization propositions to deliver business value – both for scaling and growth.She is dedicated to supporting education and livelihoods for underprivileged women and children and supporting the needs of the elderly and less fortunate. As a Trustee for the CherYsh Trust, she works to better the prospects of women and children through programs that prepare them for future challenges.