Our Programs — SCEAD Foundation India

Program Overview

Driving measurable impact across 7 core areas of grassroots development.

200K+

Trees Planted

35

Schools Adopted

20+

Years HIV Home

300K+

Women Empowered

500+

Sanitation Units

15K+

Tribal Beneficiaries

12,000kg

COVID Relief

Environmental Sustainability

Restoring ecosystems, expanding green cover, and fighting climate change through grassroots action.

SCEAD Foundation large-scale plantation drive in Bengaluru

SCEAD Foundation children participating in tree planting initiative

Plantation Drives

200K+ trees planted across Bengaluru, Anekal, Jigani, Bannerghatta, Shillong, and Metur Dam. Large-scale campaigns contributing to green cover expansion.

Lake Rejuvenation

Restoring water bodies in urban and peri-urban areas, preserving vital ecosystems and community water resources.

CERA-Verified Carbon Sequestration

Carbon sequestration verified by CERA (Carbon Emissions Reduction Assessment), Mumbai. Measured and certified for real environmental impact.

Partnerships

Genpact, Japanese Consulate, IPYG, Governor of Karnataka Million Trees Project. Peace tree planting with St. Joseph's Institutions (2023).

Education & Child Welfare

Protecting children's rights and ensuring access to quality education for the most vulnerable.

Government School Adoption

Adopted Government Kannada & Tamil Schools in Cleveland Town, Robertson Road, Frazer Town, Bangalore since 15 February 2011. Computer funding, library strengthening, slum adoption, handicapped student support, arts training (dance, music, singing), sports (rugby, football), and play materials. 3 schools adopted in Badrahalli, Tamil Nadu in 2024.

Anti-Child Labour

Awareness campaigns protecting children from exploitation in brick kilns and hazardous industries. Advocating for children's rights and safe environments.

Street Children Rescue

Street children rescue and rehabilitation — helping kids get back to school. Summer school programs for underprivileged children in JP Nagar and Koramangala slums.

Health Screening

Blood group identification and basic health screening programs for students, ensuring early detection and health awareness.

Summer Schools

Summer school programs for underprivileged children, providing learning opportunities during school breaks in urban slum areas.

Arts & Holistic Development

Art, creativity, and development activities for holistic child growth — nurturing talents beyond the classroom and fostering well-rounded individuals.

SCEAD Foundation education support for underprivileged children

Snehalaya & Girl Child Care

Over 20 years of holistic care for HIV-affected children and vulnerable girls.

Snehalaya Children's Home Care Centre

SCEAD Foundation operates Snehalaya Children's Home Care Centre — a residential facility dedicated to helping each HIV/AIDS infected and affected child reach their fullest potential through holistic care.

The home provides comprehensive support including physical care, medical treatment, psychological assistance, education, social support, spiritual guidance, and rehabilitation training — helping children lead healthier and better quality lives.

Our holistic approach addresses every dimension of a child's well-being — from nutrition and healthcare to education and emotional support — creating a nurturing environment where children can thrive despite their challenges.

Visitors Welcome: Groups, students, and volunteers are welcome to visit Snehalaya Children's Home to interact with the children, learn about our work, and contribute to their growth and happiness.

Girl Child Orphanage & Save Girl Child

SCEAD Foundation runs a dedicated Girl Child Orphanage program, providing shelter, education, and comprehensive care to orphaned and abandoned girls. Our "Save Girl Child Campaign" works tirelessly to protect vulnerable girls from neglect, abuse, and exploitation.

Notable initiative: Photography exhibition by Sanyukta Gupta highlighting the plight of the girl child, raising awareness and community engagement.

The program supports adoption of orphans into loving families and creates safe, nurturing environments where girls can access quality education, develop life skills, and grow into confident, empowered individuals.

Through community outreach and awareness drives, we advocate for the rights and dignity of the girl child — ensuring every girl has the opportunity to learn, grow, and lead.

Community Development & Women Empowerment

Building stronger communities through livelihood support, sanitation, and women-led initiatives.

Livestock distribution to tribal women

SCEAD Foundation livestock distribution event with tribal community

Community livestock distribution event

Cow distribution to tribal families

Sanitation

500+ sanitation units and toilets built for tribal communities and slum dwellers — ensuring hygiene, dignity, and health.

Livestock Distribution

15K+ tribal beneficiaries. Cows, calves, sheep, and goats distributed to families in Karnataka for sustainable livelihoods.

Skill Development

300K+ women trained. Tailoring and skill development for economic independence and self-reliance.

Saukhyam Pad Training

Reusable sanitary pad production training for tribal women in Bandipur (2024-2025) — menstrual hygiene and income generation.

Peace & Social Harmony

Community welfare, peace initiatives, and social harmony programs bringing diverse communities together.

Elderly Care

Ensuring dignity, health, and companionship for senior citizens across communities.

Comprehensive Care

Elderly care services across tribal, rural, and urban communities. Food, companionship, health checkups, and dignity for senior citizens who need it most.

Ascend Telecom Partnership

Powered by Ascend Telecom CSR partnership (2023-2024), enabling extended elderly care reach across Karnataka.

Tribal, Rural & Urban Reach

Serving elderly in tribal hamlets, rural villages, and urban slum areas — ensuring no senior citizen is left without care and support.

Mobility Aids

Distribution of walkers, wheelchairs, and mobility aids to elderly citizens, enabling independence and improved quality of life.

Disaster Relief

Rapid response and relief during crises and natural disasters.

Turkey Earthquake Relief (2023)

Collected and shipped relief materials for earthquake-affected children in Turkey. Sponsored by Genpact and coordinated with AHIMSA India and the Turkish Consulate.

Relief included blankets, caps, sanitary pads, and food supplies — a global act of solidarity and compassion reaching the most vulnerable families.

COVID-19 Relief (2020)

12,000 kg of food and essential supplies distributed to vulnerable communities across Bengaluru and Karnataka.

US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo tweeted about SCEAD's COVID relief work, bringing international recognition. Weekly distribution of soap and hand sanitizer to slum communities and migrant workers.

Key Events & Campaigns

Impactful events and campaigns that have driven awareness and change across communities.

2016

Shoes and Smiles

Distributed shoes and socks to 250 underprivileged children at Govt Patel School, NS Palya, supported by Mantri Elegance residents community.

Hiroshima Day Peace Letter Campaign at St Joseph's College

2018

Hiroshima Day Peace Campaign

Held at St Joseph's College of Commerce with international speakers from the Japanese Consulate and South Korean students. Partnership with HWPL and IPYG.

2019

Cancer Awareness Program

Music therapy by Swedish musician and talk by Dr. Niti Raizada, Senior Consultant Medical Oncologist at HCG Cancer Centre, Bangalore.

2015

Right to Food Campaign

Campaign at Town Hall, Bangalore demanding nutritious meals in government schools for underprivileged children.

2020

COVID-19 Relief

12,000 kg food and essential supplies distributed. US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo tweeted about SCEAD's relief work.

Peace Education program at Candor International School

2019

Peace Education at Candor International

Kathak dancer Amita Mathur and classical musician Ghatam Giridhar Udupa performed. Supported by IPYG and HWPL.