What BELIEFSINDIA FOUNDATION does

BeliefsIndia Foundation is a Section 8 non-profit company registered under Indian Companies Act and headquartered in Nashik, Maharashtra. The organization works with rural and tribal communities across Peth, Trimbakeshwar, and Surgana talukas of Nashik district, focusing on women's leadership development, governance participation, sustainable livelihoods, health and nutrition, and access to government entitlements. Its portfolio comprises community-based programs including the Women-Centred MGNREGA Village Development Planning initiative, the 'Tere Mere Sapne' Pre-Marital Dialogue and Counseling Centre operated under National Commission for Women guidance, Forest Rights Act training workshops, a Nagli-Varai millet seed production program with Mahabeej, the Sukh Tribe mental health program, a community documentation campaign, and a Grassroots Leadership Development Programme. The organization does not operate a technology platform; program delivery is conducted manually through field facilitators, Pada Samitis, women's groups, and grassroots leaders, with no proprietary software, AI systems, or digital product surface disclosed.

The foundation evolved from BELIEFS Trust (registered under the Mumbai Public Trust Act 1950 and Society Registration Act 1860), which originated during the 2019-2020 Covid-19 period through direct community action in rural Nashik. BeliefsIndia Foundation represents the institutionalization of this work as a Section 8 entity, signaling a shift from direct field-level interventions to a broader institutional approach integrating community action, system strengthening, and policy engagement. The core team of approximately 13 members includes two Directors (Laxmikant Jadhav as Founder/President and Vaishali Jadhav as Secretary), a Vice President, Treasurer, and a layer of community facilitators drawn from the tribal hamlets themselves.

The revenue model is donation-based and partnership-driven. Income derives from voluntary individual and institutional donations (eligible for Section 80G tax benefits), and programmatic support through collaborations with government bodies (NCW, Zilla Parishad, Forest Department) and quasi-governmental entities (Mahabeej). Revenue, headcount, donor mix, and funding totals are not publicly disclosed. Statutory registrations under Section 12A, 80G, and NITI Aayog Darpan are partially in progress.

Name

BELIEFSINDIA FOUNDATION

Legal name

BeliefsIndia Foundation

Website

https://beliefsindia.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2022

Operating status

Operating

Short description

BeliefsIndia Foundation is a Section 8 non-profit based in Nashik, Maharashtra that delivers rural and tribal community development programs focused on women's leadership, governance participation, livelihoods, and health and nutrition across tribal villages in the district.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Rural Community Development Services

NAICS

Grantmaking Foundations (813211), Civic and Social Organizations (813410)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Community Foundations (BPAGAKAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Social Justice & Human Rights Grantmaking Foundations (BPAGAKAN), International Grantmaking & Development Foundations (BPAGAKAH)

Keywords

• Rural community development
• Women's leadership programs
• Tribal welfare initiatives
• Livelihoods support services
• Grassroots governance engagement

Headquarters

HQ city

Nashik

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: The organization operates as a Section 8 non-profit company relying on donations and charitable contributions from individuals, organizations, and possibly institutional funders. Financial contributions support community-based development initiatives focused on rural livelihoods, women's empowerment, health, and governance participation.
2. Partnership-based Program Funding: The foundation collaborates with government bodies, seed corporations, and other organizations on specific programs (e.g., millet seed production with Mahabeej), which may include programmatic funding or resource support for implementation.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

BeliefsIndia Foundation is a Section 8 non-profit organization that delivers community development programs to rural and tribal communities in Maharashtra. Its core offerings include community leadership strengthening, women's empowerment, livelihoods development, local governance and public systems engagement, community institutions building, and health and nutrition programs. Program delivery is carried out through direct field facilitation, Pada Samitis, Gram Sabha participation, and partnerships with government bodies.

Product overview

BELIEFSINDIA FOUNDATION is a Section 8 non-profit organization that functions as a community development organization, not a technology company. Its portfolio consists entirely of social programs and grassroots development services rather than technology products or platforms. The core service offerings include Community Leadership & Participation Programs, Livelihoods & Local Economies Development, Local Governance & Public Systems Engagement, Community Institutions & Collective Action Building, and Health, Nutrition & Wellbeing Programs. These programs work in integration with each other—leadership development enables participation in governance, livelihood support strengthens local economies, and health initiatives improve community wellbeing. Specific programs include the Women-Centred MGNREGA Village Development Planning, Mental Health Development Programme (Sukh Tribe Project), 'तेरे मेरे सपने' Pre-Marital Counseling Centre, Forest Rights Act Training Workshops, Nagli-Varai Seed Production Initiative, Community Documentation Campaign, and the Grassroots Leadership Development Programme.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Community Leadership & Participation Programs Programs strengthening leadership among women, youth, and community members to actively engage in local governance and decision-making processes.
• Livelihoods & Local Economies Development Initiatives promoting sustainable livelihood opportunities based on local resources, skills, and community systems, including agricultural support and skill development.
• Local Governance & Public Systems Engagement Programs enabling communities to engage effectively with governance processes and public systems including employment schemes (MGNREGA), forest rights, and social protection.
• Community Institutions & Collective Action Building Efforts building and strengthening local institutions including women's groups, SHGs, village-level committees, and federations to support collective decision-making and long-term development.
• Health, Nutrition & Wellbeing Programs Community-led initiatives addressing anemia, nutrition, and overall wellbeing including kitchen gardens, health camps, and awareness programs.
• Women-Centred MGNREGA Village Development Planning Initiative placing women at the centre of local development planning and strengthening their participation in MGNREGA decision-making across tribal villages.
• Mental Health Development Programme (Sukh Tribe Project) Program focused on emotional wellbeing, collective care, and strengthening community connections among tribal women through dialogue-based activities.
• 'तेरे मेरे सपने' Pre-Marital Dialogue and Counseling Centre (PMCC) Pre-marital counseling center established under guidance of National Commission for Women, providing counseling and awareness for young couples.
• Forest Rights Act Training Workshop Two-day training workshop on Forest Rights Act, 2006 covering Individual Forest Rights, Community Forest Rights, Gram Sabhas, and claim submission procedures for grassroots leaders.
• Nagli-Varai Seed Production Initiative Millet seed production program for tribal farmers cultivating finger millet and little millet in collaboration with Mahabeej (Maharashtra State Seeds Corporation).
• Community Documentation Campaign Women-led campaign helping tribal families obtain essential identity documents including ration cards, caste certificates, and Aadhaar services.
• Grassroots Leadership Development Programme (GLDP) Leadership development program nurturing women and youth leadership for decision-making, collective action, and democratic participation at village level.

Quantifiable outcome

• 565 MGNREGA work applications submitted with 62% women participation across 10 villages
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Has API

No

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Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Rudaya Sanstha, GadchirolicoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 June 2026Jointly organized two-day Forest Rights Act 2006 training workshop for grassroots leaders from North Maharashtra. Workshop covered Individual Forest Rights, Community Forest Rights, Gram Sabha procedures, and PESA Act implementation.
• College of Social Work, KamthicoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 June 2026Co-organized Forest Rights Act training workshop with Rudaya Sanstha. Program focused on strengthening Institution and Community Building Processes (ICBP) and promoting participatory local governance across North Maharashtra.
• National Commission for Women (NCW)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 January 2026NCW provided guidance for establishment of 'तेरे मेरे सपने' (Premarital Dialogue and Counseling Centre - PMCC) in Nashik. BELIEFS operates the center under NCW's guidance, providing premarital counseling services to young couples.
• Mahabeej (Maharashtra State Seeds Corporation)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for millet seed production in tribal regions of Nashik district. Mahabeej provides improved varieties of finger millet (Nagali/Nachani) and Varai seeds, while BELIEFS facilitates community mobilization and farmer engagement. Program implemented in Peth, Trimbakeshwar, and Surgana talukas targeting small and marginal tribal farmers.
• Sahayak TrustminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization shown in BELIEFS Trust's partner logos section. Nature of partnership appears to be organizational collaboration or alliance.
• CorominorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization shown in BELIEFS Trust's partner logos section. Nature of partnership appears to be organizational collaboration or alliance.

Scale indicators12 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights4 records

Direct peers

• PRADAN (Professional Assistance for Development Action): One of India's leading livelihoods-focused NGOs working with rural and tribal communities on women's empowerment, SHG formation, and MGNREGA-linked livelihoods. Directly comparable in target segment (tribal/rural women), program mix, and rights-based approach.
• Navsarjan Trust: Gujarat-based NGO working on social justice, land rights, and empowerment of Dalit and tribal communities with a strong rights-based framing. Comparable grassroots-rights approach and community-led mobilization model in a neighboring western Indian state.
• Seva Mandir: Long-established Rajasthan-based rural development NGO focused on tribal communities, women's empowerment, governance participation, and livelihoods. Strongly comparable community-led model, similar program portfolio (education, health, livelihoods, governance), and similar reliance on individual donations and institutional grants.
• Gram Vikas: Odisha-based rural and tribal development NGO focused on community institutions, water-sanitation livelihoods, and women's leadership in governance. Comparable community-mobilization-led model and emphasis on long-term institution building over service delivery.
• BAIF Development Research Foundation: Pune-headquartered rural development organization with deep roots in Maharashtra's tribal belts. Comparable in livestock-livelihoods integration, tribal community focus, and pan-Maharashtra presence, with a similar balance of program delivery and applied research.
• Watershed Organization Trust (WOTR): Maharashtra-based NGO operating across rural and tribal regions with programs in watershed development, climate-resilient livelihoods, women's self-help groups, and governance. Directly comparable geographic footprint and integrated livelihoods-plus-governance program design.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• Facebookfacebook.com/beliefsindia.org
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/beliefsindia
• Instagraminstagram.com/beliefsindia%20%20

Compliance4 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

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