About
Sushma Foundation
The Sushma Foundation, based in Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, is a non-profit organization dedicated to creating sustainable social impact in rural and underserved communities. Guided by a vision of empowerment, equity, and dignity, the Foundation works across multiple thematic areas, including:
- Water Security & Sanitation – Implementing projects under the Jal Jeevan Mission and Integrated Water Resource Management to ensure safe drinking water access, improved sanitation, and hygiene awareness.
- Women’s Empowerment & Livelihoods – Initiatives such as Sashakti Vahan train marginalized women as electric rickshaw drivers, equipping them with technical skills, financial literacy, and ownership opportunities.
- Health & Nutrition – Community health interventions focused on preventive healthcare, awareness, and improved access to medical services.
- Education & Skills Development – AI-driven and community-based learning programs in Hindi and English to enhance employability and knowledge for rural youth and adults.
- Biodiversity & Rural Development – Integrating environmental conservation, sustainable farming practices, and village-level development models.
Our Approach
Sushma Foundation follows a community-centric, technology-enabled, and partnership-driven approach. By engaging local stakeholders, using digital tools, and fostering collaborations with government programs, CSR initiatives, and international donors, the Foundation ensures impact that is measurable, scalable, and sustainable.
Geographic Focus
While headquartered in Varanasi, the Foundation implements programs across Uttar Pradesh, Uttarakhand, and other Indian states, with special focus on water-stressed and marginalized regions.
Vision – To create empowered, self-reliant communities through sustainable solutions in water, health, education, and livelihoods.
Mission – To work with underserved communities, using innovation, inclusion, and collaboration to achieve lasting social impact.
