Empowering Education. Transforming Lives.
PARIPAKV
Foundation
Our Vision
Paripakv Foundation is committed to making schools and communities future-ready where every child and youth has the education, tools and opportunities to thrive in an ever-changing world.
About Paripakv
Paripakv Foundation is a Section 8 company set up with the exclusive objective of providing quality education to underprivileged students via various targeted intervention programs.
Using its own custom-built programs, it partners with other agencies in the field of education to transform the quality of education being provided to students, empowering them to realise their true potential in life.
Paripakv has been founded and is run by professionals from top-notch institutions like IIM, IIT and BIT, on the fundamentals of ensuring the highest levels of transparency. Its founding principle is 100% use of donor funds towards the specific program, ensuring maximum benefit for every rupee funded.
All people associated with Paripakv share a common passion towards empowerment via education!
Our Founders
Pooja Sharma
Co-FounderPooja Sharma is a seasoned technology leader with over 25 years of experience in the banking industry. She holds an MBA from the Indian Institute of Management Bangalore, specializing in Finance and International Business. She is deeply committed to paying it forward and actively champions initiatives in education and women’s empowerment.
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Harmendra Gandhi
Co-FounderHarmendra Gandhi is an IIT Kanpur and IIM Bangalore graduate who has worked in areas of finance and portfolio management for the past 25 years. He has also been deeply involved in NGOs in the education sector, specially in fund raising and governance.
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समझ
Training and mentoring middle school teachers in core subjects to build a strong conceptual foundation for students.
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Mentorship and financial support for exceptionally bright underprivileged youth pursuing higher education.
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The objective of this program is to provide financial assistance & education support services to students who have financial constraints and yet have a clear demonstration of ambition, goal and capability towards building a career for themselves. Apply Now
It is a dual program which combines financial assistance with mentorship from professionals. Students studying in Class 11 and 12 will be entitled to receive a scholarship to cover their academic expenses and mentorship from a professional for Coaching, Career Counselling and Life Skills.
This is an aptitude-based scholarship for students who are studying in 11th or 12th class, enrolled and continuing their education, and open for Indian nationals only. Allowance for academic expenses is provided on a monthly basis for purposes such as internet, device, books, stationery, and online learning.
Duration of the scholarship is annual, coinciding with the academic year, subject to review of performance, utilisation pattern and continued state of crisis/need. The student should not be a recipient of any other scholarships or financial assistance of any kind.
Selection Process
- Initial shortlisting by school based on academic performance & soft skills assessment
- Qualitative evaluation of clarity of thought, attitude & problem-solving ability
- Video / in-person interview of shortlisted candidates
- Document verification for final selection
Documents Required
- Last 4 years mark sheets
- 10th Board mark sheet
- Latest mark sheet certified by school
- Short essay (500–1000 words) on “What I want to be and how the scholarship will help”
- Aadhaar & bank details
- Demand proof – bill from college/school
समझ
Samajh is an endeavour to augment the quality and capacity of local educational initiatives by providing dedicated teachers with quality training and mentoring in core subjects. Operating in a partnership model with schools at the middle school level, Samajh bridges the gap between traditional rote learning and conceptual understanding. Partner with us
Our teachers are young adults who are passionate and willing to be molded into exceptional educators. They demonstrate social commitment besides being experts in their subject areas. The combination brings together the technology competence of the youth with the traditional education experience of the mentors.
Quality Teachers
Young adults passionate about teaching, mentored continuously by an expert panel of advisors.
Partnership Model
Works with local initiatives providing dedicated teachers with quality training and mentoring.
Deep Understanding
Focuses on Samajh (understanding) as against rote exam-focused learning — a unique approach.
Expert Panel
Experienced teachers, professionals & educators continuously mentor teachers to bring the best.
Latest Insights
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Volunteer
We invite you to make a difference in the lives of children in need of care and protection by contributing your time and talent to volunteering with us. Individuals from different backgrounds, skills and experiences can volunteer for various programmes, projects and campaigns.
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Your donation, no matter how small, will make a big difference. All donations to Paripakv Foundation are 50% Tax Exempt under section 80G of IT Act, 1961. We follow a 100% pass-through model – every rupee of your donation goes directly toward the program.
Make a DonationMentor
Become a mentor under our Nirmala Bright Scholar program. Share your professional expertise with a bright, deserving student. A few hours per month can transform a young life and build a future leader. We match mentors based on career streams and student aspirations.
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Whether you want to donate, volunteer, apply for a scholarship, or simply learn more about our work – we are here for you.