Frequently Asked Questions

Everything donors, volunteers and partners ask us about the Dhrishta Educational & Research Foundation — our education NGO work in Chennai and Chittoor, donations, 80G tax benefits and how to get involved.

About the Foundation

What does Dhrishta Educational & Research Foundation do?

Dhrishta is a Section-8 non-profit educational foundation advancing education, healthcare training and applied research. We run learning centres in Chennai (Tamil Nadu) and Chittoor (Andhra Pradesh) that today support 500+ students with 40+ teachers and mentors.

Which areas does Dhrishta serve?

Our centres are in Palavakkam, Chennai (headquarters) and Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh. Programs serve learners and communities across Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh.

Is Dhrishta a registered NGO?

Yes. Dhrishta Educational & Research Foundation is a Section-8 non-profit company (CIN U85500TN2025NPL178933, Licence 166663) with PAN, TAN and Udyam registrations. The original certificates are published in the Legal section of our website.

Does Dhrishta provide free education?

Our learning centres provide free learning support — classes, materials and mentoring — to 500+ students who could not otherwise afford them.

Does Dhrishta offer skill training?

Yes — our Healthcare Innovation program includes General Duty Assistant (GDA) training that prepares young women for healthcare careers, alongside hands-on learning support across our centres.

Donations

How can I donate to support education?

Donations are arranged directly with the Foundation — write to dhrishtaeducation@gmail.com or call +91 91000 44339 and we will share bank details and issue a receipt. We do not process payments on the website.

Are donations to Dhrishta tax deductible?

Dhrishta is 80G-eligible, so Indian donors can claim the deduction available under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act. You receive a formal receipt for every donation.

How are donations used?

78 paise of every rupee goes directly to programmes — books, teachers, learning materials and running the centres. The full allocation breakdown is published in the Transparency section, and our finances are reviewed annually.

Can I sponsor a child's education?

Yes. Contact us at dhrishtaeducation@gmail.com and we will match your support to a learner's real needs — books, materials, and teaching time — and keep you informed of the impact.

Can companies partner with Dhrishta for CSR?

Yes — as a registered Section-8 non-profit we partner with companies on CSR programs in education and skill development across Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh. Write to us to discuss a program aligned with your CSR goals.

Volunteering & Visiting

How can I volunteer with Dhrishta?

Use the volunteer form on our homepage or write to dhrishtaeducation@gmail.com. We welcome field volunteers at the Chennai and Chittoor centres, remote skills-based volunteers (design, writing, technology), and campus ambassadors — college students are very welcome.

How do I visit the Dhrishta centres?

Our Chennai centre is at No.153, 3rd Link Road, Palkalai Nagar, Palavakkam, Chennai 600041, and our Chittoor centre is in Chittoor, Andhra Pradesh. The map in our website footer gives one-tap directions to both.

How can I contact Dhrishta?

Email dhrishtaeducation@gmail.com, call +91 91000 44339, or use the contact form on our homepage. We respond promptly.