The Desai Foundation cultivates dignity so that people can dream beyond their circumstances. We are driven to promote health, livelihood, and menstrual equity, particularly for those who are both traditionally underserved and powerful agents of social change: women and children. Working with the existing strengths of a community, we focus on providing a healthy life, the dignity of a job, and the fulfillment of an education.
Each of GlobalGiving’s nonprofit partners is required to send quarterly donor reports detailing the impact of their work. Here are some of their recent updates:
By Amber Toth | Grant Writer
The Asani Sanitary Napkin Program, led by the Desai Foundation, has significantly improved menstrual health management (MHM) in rural India. This initiative, rooted in community empowerment, not only... Read the full report ›By Amber Toth | Grant Writer
In India, menstrual equity is a significant concern, affecting women and girls' empowerment. Approximately 23% of adolescent girls drop out of school due to a lack of menstrual hygiene facilities and... Read the full report ›By Amber Toth | Grant Writer
In rural villages across India, children still grapple with formidable challenges from inadequate healthcare infrastructure, an absence of qualified medical professionals, and a shortage of essential... Read the full report ›
