About Help Foundation India
Help Foundation India is a tax exempt, CSR activities registered, dedicated non-profit organization focused on improving sanitation, solid waste management, access to clean drinking water, converting waste into energy and public health in South India since 2006.
Recognized by the Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation, Government of India, the foundation has played a key role in the Nirmal Gram Puraskar program, conducting field verifications across six Indian states. To date, over 2,240 Gram Panchayats have been assessed, with 1 ,240 recommended for national recognition.
In partnership with Apollo Tyres Foundation and Hindustan Unilever Ltd., the organization runs community-based waste management projects in Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh and Puducherry. These initiatives include daily door-to-door waste collection, segregation, composting, and biogas generation providing employment for 49 local residents.
Converting waste into energy and wealth is an expert innovative intervention of Help Foundation India to resolve community issues through technology transfer. Help Foundation India has successfully advanced its sustainability efforts by constructing a 483 meter road using shredded MLP, Single use plastic covers and other non-recyclable dry waste. The Foundation also developed biogas units to cook food for Anganwadi centre by processing 1 00 kgs of organic waste daily. These successful technology transfer initiatives are open for replication in new locations.
Under its sanitation mission, Help Foundation India has constructed 1 ,436 household toilets in rural Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh, contributing significantly to open defecation-free communities. Sanitary latrine complex has been constructed in 45 schools and 31 communities. With a strong commitment to sustainable development, the foundation continues to work closely with government bodies, CSR partners, and local communities to create lasting impact.
Our Vision
Help Foundation India envisions a just and equitable society where every individual, regardless of background, has access to basic health, sanitation, and a dignified life.
Our Mission
To empower marginalized communities by supporting their holistic development through improved sanitation, hygiene, clean water access, and public health.
Our Goal
To safeguard socially disadvantaged communities from the impact of inequality by promoting inclusive development and protecting their right to a safe and healthy living environment.
Our Objectives
- Improve the overall quality of life in rural areas by promoting cleanliness, hygiene, and the elimination of open defecation.
- Inspire and support communities and Panchayat Raj Institutions to adopt sustainable sanitation practices through awareness campaigns and health education.
- Promote cost-effective, ecologically safe, and sustainable sanitation technologies.
- Construct individual household toilets, community toilets, and sanitation infrastructure where needed.
- Build and maintain toilet blocks in schools and colleges to support student health and dignity.
- Establish and manage community-driven sanitation systems focused on scientific solid waste management for comprehensive rural cleanliness.
- Transfer innovative technology for addressing needs in real life situation in the areas of converting waste into energy and wealth.
Our Approach
Our approach to every action is participatory and community owned.
Our Partners
Our Strategic Partners
States we worked
- Andaman and Nicobar
- Andhra Pradesh
- Himachal Pradesh
- Karnataka
- Kerala
- Maharashtra
- Odisha
- Puducherry
- Tamil Nadu
- Telangana
- Uttar Pradesh
The Governing Body of Help Foundation India
