Jeevan Asha Charitable Society

What Jeevan Asha Charitable Society does

Jeevan Asha Charitable Society is an Indian non-profit organization founded in April 1999 by Basil Joseph D'Souza and headquartered in Thane, Maharashtra. It serves socio-economically disadvantaged communities in Thane and beyond through two integrated verticals: Education and Health. The organization runs 11 ongoing projects across 20 communities, reaching 5,026 education beneficiaries (as of October 2025), 3,376 health beneficiaries, and a broader community reach of 47,000+ people. Education programs include the flagship Hope Learning Centre (formerly Day Care Centre, launched 2000), NIOS distance learning for 10th/12th grade completion, Adult Literacy, Skill Development, Anand Ghars (Joy Homes), and Value Education. Health programs include Maternal and Child Care (since 2011), Geriatric Care (currently 100 senior citizens), HIV/AIDS Awareness and Care (since 2014), Testing and Treatment Camps, and Health and Immunization.

The organization operates with a small team of 11-50 employees, supported by a board of trustees chaired by founder Basil D'Souza. There is no proprietary technology product; the digital stack is limited to a Wix-hosted website, Razorpay for donation processing, Google Analytics, and Facebook Pixel. All services are delivered free of charge to beneficiaries through community-embedded channels, including direct centre-based programs, home visits, Anand Ghars gatherings, and partnerships with municipal health centres, ICDS, hospitals, and government-aided schools.

Jeevan Asha is funded entirely through donations and sponsorships from individuals and corporations, with 89% of all donations directed to program services and 11% to administrative costs. It publishes audited accounts and FCRA reports for transparency. The organization has no disclosed parent company, no institutional funding rounds, and no private equity involvement. Strategic growth has been steady and program-led over 25+ years, with new initiatives added incrementally rather than through capital-driven expansion.

Name

Jeevan Asha Charitable Society

Legal name

Jeevan Asha Charitable Society

Website

https://jeevanashaindia.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1999

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Jeevan Asha Charitable Society is a Thane-based Indian non-profit founded in 1999 that delivers education and health programs to underserved slum communities, operating 11 projects across 20 communities and reaching over 47,000 people through donor-funded services.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Community Education and Health Services

NAICS

Social Assistance (624), Educational Services (611), Civic and Social Organizations (813410)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Health Services (8000)

akta.pro primary industry

NGO/Nonprofit Education Programs & Service Delivery (EDADALAC)

akta.pro secondary industry

Community Health, Prevention & Health Education (BPAGACAC)

Keywords

• Community education services
• Charitable health programs
• Adult literacy services
• Maternal and child care
• Donor funded programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Thane

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Sponsorships: Jeevan Asha generates revenue through charitable donations from individuals and organizations. The organization offers individual sponsorship programs where donors can support children and community members. Corporate sponsorship programs allow businesses to partner with the organization. 89% of all donations go towards program services.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

Jeevan Asha Charitable Society delivers free education and healthcare services to socio-economically disadvantaged communities in and around Thane, Maharashtra. It operates 11 ongoing projects spanning early childhood education, supplementary schooling, NIOS distance learning, adult literacy, value education, and skill development, alongside maternal and child care, geriatric care, HIV/AIDS awareness and testing, immunization drives, and free health camps. All programs are provided at no cost to beneficiaries and are funded entirely through individual donations, sponsorships, and corporate partnerships.

Product overview

Jeevan Asha Charitable Society operates as a unified charitable organization offering community development programs across two main verticals: Education and Health. The education portfolio includes Hope Learning Centre (the flagship program reaching nearly 50,000 children), NIOS distance learning for 10th/12th grade completion, Adult Literacy, Skill Development, Anand Ghar (Joy Homes for children), and Value Education. The health portfolio encompasses Maternal and Child Care, Geriatric Care, Testing and Care Camps, HIV/AIDS Awareness and Care, and Health and Immunization programs. All programs work holistically to serve socio-economically challenged communities in Thane and beyond, with education being central to breaking cycles of poverty and health programs addressing preventive and primary care needs.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Hope Learning Centre: A learning center bringing hope and transformation through care and education, reaching nearly 50,000 children in five disadvantaged socio-economic areas in Thane. Provides education in safe, secure, clean environments with focus on mental, emotional and physical well-being.
• Anand Ghars (Joy Homes)
• Project Value Education
• NIOS Program

Products and services

• Hope Learning Centre Flagship educational program providing care and education to nearly 50,000 children living in five disadvantaged socio-economic areas in Thane, using play-way teaching methods in safe, clean environments with daily nutritious meals and focus on mental, emotional, and physical well-being.
• NIOS Distance Learning Program National Institute of Open Schooling program that enables individuals from low-income families to complete their 10th or 12th grade through government-recognized distance learning, addressing high dropout rates caused by compounded socio-economic challenges.
• Adult Literacy Program Literacy program teaching adults to read, write, do basic math, and use computers, aimed at reducing dependency, improving self-esteem, and creating pathways out of poverty for adults who never had the chance to attend school.
• Skill Development Program Program that identifies candidates (particularly young women) from migrant worker families in slum areas and serves as a catalyst bridging them to NGOs offering skill training, employment opportunities, and continued education to prevent another uneducated and unskilled generation.
• Anand Ghar (Joy Homes) Weekly interactive gatherings of approximately 2 hours held in homes, schools, or community halls for children aged 4-14, introducing good values and sound principles in a secure and loving atmosphere.
• Value Education Program Curriculum dealing with peer pressure and making right choices, successfully implemented in municipal and government-aided schools since 2016 to instil values and make children more compassionate.
• Maternal and Child Care Health program partnering with Public Health Systems and Municipal Primary Health Centres to improve nutrition, immunity, knowledge, and resources for expecting women, covering prenatal and postnatal care, breastfeeding, immunizations, and institutional deliveries.
• Geriatric (Elderly) Care Program providing weekly medical supplies, awareness programs, home visits, and companionship/emotional support to 100 elderly citizens living in slums of Thane who struggle to access medical support.
• Testing and Care Camps Free testing camps run by qualified doctors, nurses, paramedics, and healthcare workers in underserved locations to raise health awareness, identify patients, and assist with treatment for conditions prevalent in slum communities.
• HIV/AIDS Awareness and Care Project initiated in 2014 to prevent HIV/AIDS contraction, increase early detection, and improve quality of life for those living with the disease; has hosted 35 Counselling/Testing Camps and tested 2,455 people as of December 2021.
• Health and Immunization Program Program organizing community meetings, house visits, and vaccination/awareness camps to educate communities on proper healthcare, healthy food habits, and the importance of immunization to minimize preventable diseases among Indian youth.

Quantifiable outcome

• 5026 education beneficiaries served (as of October 2025)
• +5 more outcomes

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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App detail

Integration3 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Municipal Primary Health CentrescoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJeevan Asha partners with Public Health Systems and Municipal Primary Health Centres to work on improving nutrition, immunity, knowledge, and resources available for expecting women in underprivileged societies. The partnership focuses on maternal and child healthcare, connecting beneficiaries with government health services.
• Integrated Child Development Schemes (ICDS)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with ICDS to strengthen maternal and childcare programs, improving nutrition and health outcomes for pregnant women and young children in underserved communities.
• Hospitals and Healthcare OrganizationscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnerships and collaborations with hospitals and healthcare NGOs have created opportunities for underprivileged communities to access healthcare services. These partnerships enable testing camps, treatment support, and referral services for those needing specialized care.
• Local Healthcare CentersminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaboration with local health centers to organize community meetings, house visits, vaccination camps, and health awareness programs to educate communities on proper healthcare, healthy food habits, and the importance of immunization.
• Skill Development NGOsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerJeevan Asha identifies candidates (especially young women) and serves as a catalyst, bridging the gap between resources and recipients. They liaise with NGOs that provide skill development programs to connect beneficiaries with employment opportunities, education, and skill training.
• Municipal and Government-Aided SchoolscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerJeevan Asha's Value Education program has been successfully implemented in municipal and government-aided schools, dealing with topics like peer pressure and making right choices.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Seva Bharati: India-wide non-profit network running education, healthcare, and community development programs for underserved populations. Comparable multi-vertical structure covering adult literacy, healthcare camps, and child education with grassroots delivery in Indian communities.
• Akanksha Foundation: Mumbai/Pune-based non-profit operating schools and learning centers for underprivileged children, combining education with holistic development support. Operates in the same Maharashtra geography with a closely aligned mission of educating children from low-income communities through play-based, child-centric methods.
• Pratham: One of India's largest NGOs focused on education for underprivileged children, with programs including learning centers, vocational training, and adult literacy. Highly comparable dual-vertical structure (education + livelihood) addressing the same underserved population across urban India.
• Bharti Foundation: Corporate foundation running Satya Bharti Schools and quality education programs for rural and underprivileged Indian children. Comparable education-focused mission for disadvantaged communities with similar operating model combining schools, training, and community engagement.
• Helpage India: National NGO focused on elderly welfare through healthcare, livelihood, and advocacy. Directly comparable to Jeevan Asha's Geriatric Care vertical providing medical support and home visits to senior citizens in underserved communities.
• Smile Foundation: National NGO delivering education, healthcare, and livelihood programs to underprivileged children and families. Closely comparable dual-focus model combining health camps, maternal care, and education for underserved Indian communities, with similar donor-funded operating structure.
• Akshaya Patra Foundation: Large-scale NGO providing mid-day meals to school children combined with education and child welfare programs. Comparable mission of supporting underprivileged Indian children through educational and nutritional interventions, with similar public-private partnership model.
• Teach For India: Non-profit placing teachers in under-resourced Indian schools to address educational inequity. Comparable target beneficiary (underprivileged Indian children), comparable education-focused mission, and comparable donor/partnership-driven operating model.
• Magic Bus: National NGO using sport and activity-based programs for education and livelihood outcomes for underprivileged children and youth. Comparable engagement model with marginalized Indian children/youth, with similar donation-funded structure and outcome-driven approach.

Peers

• CRY (Child Rights and You): India's leading child rights NGO working on child welfare including education, health, and protection for underprivileged children. Highly comparable mission focus on education and health access for children in slum communities, supported by donations and corporate sponsorships.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@JeevanAshaIndia
• Facebookfacebook.com/JeevanAshaIndia
• Instagraminstagram.com/jeevanashaindia
• Xx.com/jeevanashaindia
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/jeevanashaindia

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Number of profiles

Profiles15 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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