Outreach of over 20 Lakh Beneficiaries through Social Impact Interventions including Financial Awareness, Health Initiatives, Skill, Vocational & Entrepreneurship Development Program.
Who we are
Utkarsh Welfare Foundation ('UWF' or 'the Foundation'), erstwhile Samutkarsh Welfare Services (SWS), was incorporated in August 12, 2010 to provide various welfare services and livelihood assistance by way of self-employment activities to underprivileged and underserved segments.
What we do
Financial Awareness and Education, Health Initiatives, Skill, Vocational & Entrepreneurship Development Program, Village Development Program and Other Philanthropic Activities.
Impact
Impact Stories of Transformation and Empowerment; Photos, Videos, Press Releases, Events and Updates.
The Impact : Voices from the Field
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Women Entrepreneurship Empowerment
Women Entrepreneurship Empowerment
Laltesh, a determined young woman from Ghissupura, Haridwar, Uttarakhand, always had a passion for beauty and cosmetics. However, financial constraints initially limited her ability to pursue her dream of becoming a beautician and entrepreneur.
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Skill, Vocational and Entrepreneurship Development Program
"Empowering Dreams: Pratibha Devi's Journey from Financial Struggles to Entrepreneurial Success"
Pratibha Devi, a 40-year-old resident of Mahamadpur village in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, faced considerable financial challenges with her husband, Nandlal, working as a skilled labourer to support their family of seven. Their children's education suffered due to these financial c...
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Financial Literacy
Empowering Women through Financial Literacy and Entrepreneurship
In a remote corner of Satna, Madhya Pradesh, 38-year-old Ramdulari Pal, a dedicated mother and wife, was determined to secure a bright future for her family. With six members to support and her husband working as an electrician, financial constraints posed a significant hurdle t...
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Health Initiatives
Ensuring accessibility with affordability for improved menstrual well-being
Priyanka Kumari, a resident of Rajpur village, Varanasi, faced challenges during her menstrual cycle due to lack of affordable sanitary pads. However, her life took a positive turn...
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Skill, Vocational & Entrepreneurship Development Program
Empowering Women Entrepreneurs towards Self-Reliance
Seema Devi, a resident of Mahmadpur, Jansa, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, faced financial challenges due to insufficient income flow for her family. Her husband was the only earning member of the family, working as a daily wager in Mumbai. However, her life took a positive turn ...
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Skill, Vocational & Entrepreneurship Development Program
Empowering Artisans through Connecting Markets
Awadhesh Kumar Maurya, a resident of Ayodhyapur Village in the Arajilines block of Varanasi district, has been practicing the art of weaving since his childhood. With a family legacy deeply rooted in this livelihood, Awadhesh inherited the skill of weaving. For generations,...
Events and Updates
- Weavers Support Program
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An Exhibition cum Sale event was organized at Rudraksh Convention Centre, Varanasi from 10th to 12th February 2024. Visitors explored a diverse array of exquisite crafts, artworks and products showcased by skilled artisans. The supported artisans showcased their handcrafted Banarasi products at the event.
Read more - Aqua-based Livelihood - Two Days Training on Fish Feed Formulation
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On December 1st and 2nd, 2023, a two-day training session on formulating fish feeds took place at the Panchayat Bhawan in RamaiPatti, engaging 20 committed farmers. Conducted by Jal Jeevika InfoTech Pvt. Ltd, the initiative aimed to enhance farmers' knowledge and skills in creating fish feeds using locally available resources. Facilitated by tr...
Read more - Setup one E-Clinic in Dhakrani, Dehradun, Uttarakhand
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UWF in collaboration with HDFC Life CSR set up an E-Clinic in Dhakrani, Dehradun, Uttarakhand. ICT-based technology will be used for patient consultations.
Read more - Mega Health Camps under HDFC Life CSR & USFBL CSR
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In addition to regular polyclinic camps, Mega Health Camps are being conducted in the states of Bihar, Uttar Pradesh and Uttar Pradesh. These camps are designed to offer health treatments to beneficiaries residing beyond the coverage area of our E-Clinic centres. They specifically target hinterland geographies that are situated far from the rea...
Read more - Health Awareness through “Nukkad Naatak”
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UWF has adopted a new approach for Health Awareness training, introducing the Nukkad Naatak model. A team from "Lakshya Natya Kala Manch" is actively delivering messages on preventive health topics through Nukkad Naatak performances in selected villages.
Read more - Christmas Celebration with the Orphanage Children, Senior Citizens of Old Age Home and Shelter Home for Girls
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UWF celebrated Christmas Day by joining the children at the orphanage, spending time with the senior citizens at the old age home, and celebrating with the adolescent girls at the shelter home. Dedicated teams from UWF were assigned to visit these homes, engaging in Christmas festivities that included cutting cakes and distributing snacks. ...
Read more - Change in Brand Identity of UWF – Logo Change
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UWF has been using the logo of Utkarsh Small Finance Bank as part of an agreement that expires in December 2023. As UWF is now a separate entity, it has adopted a new logo to serve as our unique brand identity. Going forward, UWF’s new logo will be prominently featured on all collaterals and stationery, representing the UWF.
Read more - Training of Teacher Workshop for Capacity Building by Eklavya Foundation
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A three-day training cum capacity building program for Learning Enhancement Program (LEP) Community Resource Persons (CRPs) took place from December 27th to December 29th, 2023, at Saraykaji Panchayat Bhawan in Harhua, Varanasi. The training, conducted by Eklavya Foundation, featured Mr. Karthik Abhas and Mr. Sunil Hanot as resource persons, pr...
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