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We empower women and children through community programs to elevate health and livelihood in India & the US.

We are heartbroken by the current situation in India and are proud of the work we have been able to do on the ground thus far. Thank you for your generous support during this time. We are committed to serving the over 1,400 rural communities we serve in Gujarat, Rajasthan, Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Madhya Pradesh and Tamil Nadu. We are focused on both the current immediate need, preparing for a possible third wave, and on the long-term relief efforts that will be needed. Please join us in these critical efforts to support India in this time of need. Your continued support is deeply appreciated and critically important in this time of need. Thank you.

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Alleviating health issues that prevent women from working and children from attending school enables the community to thrive and focus their attention elsewhere.

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Vocational training provides the ability to increase household income and an elevated sense of dignity, which improves quality of life.

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Quality education and enrichment programs to equip children with the knowledge to meet the many challenges shaping our world today.

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Empowering women has the power to not only change the economic circumstances of individual families but entire villages.

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Educating and providing children with the building blocks to future advancement allows families to transcend their circumstances.

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Friday July 23rd

Thanks to the efforts of our recent Heroes for Humanity initiative by @sphindujabanqueprivee to partner with @cryptorelief_ we have been able to secure more ration and medical kits for all 6 of the states we serve in rural India!  Your generous support is why we are able to progress on the long road to recovery in India. If you are interested in being a part of our COVID relief initiatives, please reach out to us via the link in our bio or email info@thedesaifoundation.org.#fridaywins #covidinindia #india #covidrelief #covid19 #health #fundraising #saveindia #desaifoundation ... See MoreSee Less

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Wednesday July 21st

Here is our latest update from the field to address the ongoing #COVID19 crisis in India. Despite India not being in the news every day, the pandemic is far from over. And the need to address immediate issues, as well as long term recovery remains. Thank you for your support thus far. Learn more about how you can help at: https://thedesaifoundation.org/covid/ ... See MoreSee Less

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Monday July 19th

Since the start of the pandemic, we knew how dire the consequences of a strict lockdown would be leaving countless menstruators unable to access proper sanitary products in rural India. That is why in the face of such an unprecedented emergency, The Desai Foundation has mobilized to address these urgent needs. We have been hard at work distributing over 1 million sanitary napkins for free thanks to our existing initiatives such as the Asani Sanitary Napkin program.To support this program, visit www.TheDesaiFoundation.org/donate-now. Or follow the link in our bio!. #menstrualequity #menstruation #periodsarenormal #womenshealth #desaifoundation #india ... See MoreSee Less

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Friday July 16th

Did you know that 51% of non-vaccinated individuals in parts of India reported being hesitant to get vaccinated? According to a recent survey conducted by multiple NGOs in India, this is due to a number of barriers including fear of health risks, distrust in vaccine benefits, or elders in the community choosing not to grant permission. At the Desai Foundation, our team in India is pushing forward to combat these concerns by sharing credible information to rural community members and building their confidence to get vaccinated. This is just one step of many to ensure the road to recovery and bolster the health of some of the hardest hit communities from COVID-19. Learn how you can support our team by visiting: www.thedesaifoundation.org/COVID   . #fridaywins #covidinindia #india #covidrelief #covid19 #health #fundraising #saveindia #desaifoundation ... See MoreSee Less

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Thursday July 15th

Happening today! Thank you so much to The Chopra Foundation Deepak Chopra Kunal Sood for choosing to support the Desai Foundation at their India COVID relief fund virtual event. Register for free here: https://internationalapf.networkforgood.com/events/… ... See MoreSee Less

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The stigma surrounding menstruation leads to lack

The stigma surrounding menstruation leads to lack of awareness towards life-saving health practices for menstruators throughout the world. In India, an enormous number of young girls are unaware of how to properly manage their periods, let alone be aware of what periods even are prior to getting them!

At The Desai Foundation, we aim to combat this through our Asani Sanitary Napkin program by promoting educational resources and distributing safe sanitary products in rural India that can help any young woman transition into healthy hygiene practices.

To support this program, visit www.TheDesaiFoundation.org/donate-now or follow the link in our bio!

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#menstrualequity #menstruation #periodsarenormal #womenshealth #desaifoundation #india

Thanks to the efforts of our recent Heroes for Hum

Thanks to the efforts of our recent Heroes for Humanity initiative by @sphindujabanqueprivee to partner with @cryptorelief_ we have been able to secure more ration and medical kits for all 6 of the states we serve in rural India!
 Your generous support is why we are able to progress on the long road to recovery in India. If you are interested in being a part of our COVID relief initiatives, please reach out to us via the link in our bio or email info@thedesaifoundation.org

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#fridaywins #covidinindia #india #covidrelief #covid19 #health #fundraising #saveindia #desaifoundation

Here is our latest update from the field to addres

Here is our latest update from the field to address the ongoing #COVID19 crisis in India. Despite India not being in the news every day, the pandemic is far from over. And the need to address immediate issues, as well as long term recovery remains.

Thank you for your support this far. Learn more about how you can help at: www.thedesaifoundation.org/covid

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#covidinindia #india #fundraising #covidrelief #desaifoundation #socialgood

Since the start of the pandemic, we knew how dire

Since the start of the pandemic, we knew how dire the consequences of a strict lockdown would be leaving countless menstruators unable to access proper sanitary products in rural India. That is why in the face of such an unprecedented emergency, The Desai Foundation has mobilized to address these urgent needs. We have been hard at work distributing over 1 million sanitary napkins for free thanks to our existing initiatives such as the Asani Sanitary Napkin program.

To support this program, visit www.TheDesaiFoundation.org/donate-now. Or follow the link in our bio!

. #menstrualequity #menstruation #periodsarenormal #womenshealth #desaifoundation #india #saveindia

Did you know that 51% of non-vaccinated individual

Did you know that 51% of non-vaccinated individuals in parts of India reported being hesitant to get vaccinated? According to a recent survey conducted by multiple NGOs in India, this is due to a number of barriers including fear of health risks, distrust in vaccine benefits, or elders in the community choosing not to grant permission.

At the Desai Foundation, our team in India is pushing forward to combat these concerns by sharing credible information to rural community members and building their confidence to get vaccinated. This is just one step of many to ensure the road to recovery and bolster the health of some of the hardest hit communities from COVID-19. Learn how you can support our team by visiting: www.thedesaifoundation.org/COVID   

. #fridaywins #covidinindia #india #covidrelief #covid19 #health #fundraising #saveindia #desaifoundation

**UPDATE: The Lotus Festival date has been changed

**UPDATE: The Lotus Festival date has been changed to Sunday, November 14, 2021**

With our annual hallmark event that raises funds to transform the lives of women and children in India, and features the country’s top talent and thought leaders, you won’t want to miss out! We couldn’t have been more thrilled to bring the festival to you this year so that you can see who will light up the stage in-person.

Link in bio to get your early bird tickets now or visit ➡️ www.Lotus2021.givesmart.com

. #lotus2021 #lotusfestival #desaifoundation #fundraising #india #philanthropy #livelihood #health #education #womenshealth #socialgood

Of the 336 million menstruators in India, 121 mill

Of the 336 million menstruators in India, 121 million are using sanitary napkins, which is only about 36% of that population. Not having proper access to safe menstrual hygiene products could have detrimental health effects on menstruating women -- both physically and mentally.

We have been working for over a decade to change that in the 1,000 villages we serve. The pandemic has had a particularly devastating impact on access to menstrual products. But during these harsh times, we are proud to have distributed over 1 million pads to menstruators in need. Donate to our Asani Sanitary Napkin Program at TheDesaiFoundation.org/donate-now

. #menstrualequity #menstruation #periodsarenormal #womenshealth #desaifoundation #india

Get your tickets now for one of our biggest events

Get your tickets now for one of our biggest events of the year: Diwali on the Hudson! We're ready to celebrate luck and light by dancing, dining, and partying together just like we used to - except with even more purpose than before. The global pandemic has given us a renewed appreciation for friends, family and colleagues - as well as the knowledge that the work of The Desai Foundation is more important than ever.

EARLY BIRD tickets available here: ➡️ www.DiwaliHudson21.givesmart.com

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#diwali #fundraising #philanthropy #india #desaifoundation #diwali2021 #doth

Apologizing for a very normal, human part of ourse

Apologizing for a very normal, human part of ourselves should not be second-nature. Yet, this survey conducted by @midol has found that 62% of menstruators under 40 have apologized for their periods before.  Whether menstruators deal with heavy emotions, fatigue, cramps, or other period symptoms, we at the Desai Foundation believe periods and apologies do NOT go together. Instead, let’s work to end this cycle of shame and embrace periods as the wonderfully natural phenomenon they are once and for all.

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#NoApologiesPeriod #menstrualequity #menstruation #periodsarenormal #womenshealth #midol #desaifoundation

We are so delighted to announce the recent expansi

We are so delighted to announce the recent expansion of our work that will be reaching even more communities in India including Madhya Pradesh and Tamil Nadu, making that a total of 6 states now being served! Our efforts cannot be achieved without your support, and for that we are so grateful.

Learn more about the specific districts that are currently being served at: www.thedesaifoundation.org/regional-maps

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#covidinindia #covid19 #india #desaifoundation #socialgood #fridaywins

As India has given the gift of yoga to the world,

As India has given the gift of yoga to the world, we hope today can be a reminder of how privileged we are to be able to practice yoga by honoring its birthplace, knowing that millions in India are still suffering from the immense hardships caused by of the COVID crisis.

The recovery period is going to be a long and difficult road. But with your help, we can still provide support for the following areas: 1. Preparing for the 3rd wave: making sure people have what they need in advance. 2. Recovery and Relief: continuing efforts such as our helpline, testing, food kits, job creation, etc.  3. The Livelihood of Women and Girls: this pandemic has set back the clock on women and girls, therefore we need to get our livelihood programs back up and running.

Learn more and support India today: www.thedesaifoundation.org/COVID
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#internationaldayofyoga #yoga #covid19 #covidinindia #womenshealth #desaifoundation

We are proud to announce our partnership with S.P.

We are proud to announce our partnership with S.P. Hinduja Banque Privée to initiate Heroes for Humanity, a COVID Relief Fund designed to support our urgent efforts across rural communities in India. We are so grateful for this opportunity to impact the lives of thousands not only during this time of crisis, but also in the long-run - while keeping our priority on women and girls in mind.

Scroll to see what our Heroes for Humanity partnership entails!  And learn more about our COVID relief initiatives at: www.thedesaifoundation.org/COVID

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#covidinindia #covid19 #india #desaifoundation #socialgood #fridaywins #hindujabank #hinduja #heroesforhumanity

Happy Pride Month! We hope this month can remind e

Happy Pride Month! We hope this month can remind everyone how important it is to broaden the conversation when it comes to menstruation and be inclusive of all voices. Not all women bleed; and not all who bleed are women. But one thing remains certain… we are all BLOODY FABULOUS!

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#menstrualmonday #menstrualhygiene #womenshealth #periodpoverty #menstrualequity #desaifoundation #happypride #pridemonth #pride

Desai Foundation President Megha Desai (@meghatron

Desai Foundation President Megha Desai (@meghatron5) discusses a critical facet of the COVID-19 crisis: period poverty. Seeing the situation up close in India has given Megha much insight on the ways we can all mobilize to combat period poverty not just in India, but for women all around the world.

Megha highlights the urgent relief efforts being implemented by our various programs, including the Asani Sanitary Napkin program, which has distributed 1 million pads for women for vulnerable communities in rural India during this time of need. To learn more, find the full article following the link in our bio.

#menstrualmonday #menstrualhygiene #womenshealth #india #periodpoverty #menstrualequity #desaifoundation #covid #covid19

As we are still in the midst of addressing the COV

As we are still in the midst of addressing the COVID crisis in India, we wanted to take this opportunity to thank everyone for their support during these trying times. We wanted to especially thank the following sponsors for their generosity.

None of this would be possible without your support, and we hope you will continue to do so. You can visit www.thedesaifoundation.org/covid to learn more about how you can still help!

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#india #covid19 #covidinindia #fundraising #socialgood #publichealth #desaifoundation

It’s Menstrual Hygiene Day! Our Pledge Your Peri

It’s Menstrual Hygiene Day! Our Pledge Your Period campaign has finally led us to this point, and we want to thank everyone who has taken the pledge so far and shown just how BLOODY FABULOUS they are! With your help, we have been able to distribute 500K pads for FREE to 50K bleeders in rural India.

But our work towards menstrual equity surely does not stop here, and we urge you to continue your efforts in combating period stigma and poverty. You can still join our efforts in taking the pledge, donating $25+ to get a Bloody Fabulous sticker, and buying a Bloody Fabulous sweater from @linguafrancanyc, $100 of which goes toward our Asani Sanitary Napkin program! Learn more at www.pledgeyourperiod.com

. @blume @tharanatalie @umeedh.jewelry @moditoys @ranavat @deepica @mindykaling @therealsamjones @payal @djsuhel @zarnagarg @ninadavuluri

#pledgeyourperiod #bloodyfabulous #menstrualhygieneday #desaifoundation #periodsarenormal #stopperiodshame #enperiodstigma #womensempowerment #menstrualhealth

In case you missed it, we kicked off our Pledge Yo

In case you missed it, we kicked off our Pledge Your Period campaign with a BLOODY FABULOUS panel of experts talking about menstrual equity on May 6th. @grace4ny @topekaksam @jenniferweisswolf @scohen13 @amisheth @tashorama and @meghatron5 all shared some amazing insights on what we can all do to end the cycle of period stigma and poverty once and for all. These are a couple more of our favorite soundbytes.   .
#pledgeyourperiod #bloodyfabulous #desaifoundation #periodsarenormal #stopperiodshame #enperiodstigma #womensempowerment #menstrualhealth

Menstrual Hygiene Day is this Friday, so this week

Menstrual Hygiene Day is this Friday, so this week is your last chance to pledge your period! All money raised from our Pledge Your Period campaign this month will go towards our goal of distributing 500K Asani Sanitary Napkins for FREE this month, benefiting 50K bleeders in rural India.

Don’t forget that you can still take the pledge and show off what makes you #BloodyFabulous. Learn more about how you can participate and donate at www.pledgeyourperiod.com   . @blume @tharanatalie @malinisgirltribe @umeedh.jewelry @moditoys @browngirlmag @ranavat @deepica @tsakhuja_walia @mindykaling @thepadproject @therealsamjones @payal . #pledgeyourperiod #bloodyfabulous #desaifoundation #periodsarenormal #stopperiodshame #endperiodstigma #womensempowerment #menstrualhealth

Everyone should be able to pursue the hobbies they

Everyone should be able to pursue the hobbies they enjoy — and which help give them confidence — whether or not they bleed. But many bleeders start to feel self-conscious at the onset of menstruation due to the stigmas around bleeding.

We encourage you to pledge your period in honor of any bleeders who have literally been forced out of the game due to menstruation — and in order to make sure no other bleeders are pushed to the sidelines because of this normal bodily function.

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@jillellis @thechaimommas @erinhinkle @rheakapoor @payalkadakia @nadyaokamoto @nancykramer @lillysingh @ninadulavari @ariafinger @SophiaBush
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#pledgeyourperiod #bloodyfabulous #desaifoundation #linguafranca #periodsarenormal #stopperiodshame #enperiodstigma #womensempowerment #menstrualhealth

In case you missed it, we kicked off our Pledge Yo

In case you missed it, we kicked off our Pledge Your Period campaign with a BLOODY FABULOUS panel of experts talking about menstrual equity on May 6th. @grace4ny @topekaksam @jenniferweisswolf @scohen13 @amisheth @tashorama and @meghatron5 all shared some amazing insights on what we can all do to end the cycle of period stigma and poverty once and for all. These are just a few of our favorite soundbytes.

#pledgeyourperiod #bloodyfabulous #desaifoundation #periodsarenormal #stopperiodshame #enperiodstigma #womensempowerment #menstrualhealth

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