About Asha For Education

Asha for Education is a global, secular, not-for-profit, all volunteer, zero overhead, organization aiming to provide education to the underprivileged children in India, in the belief that education is a critical prerequisite for socio-economic change. The name ‘Asha’ means ‘Hope’ and it represents the hope that education can bring into the lives of children.

Asha has over 66 chapters worldwide: 45 in the US, 14 in India and 7 in Europe, Singapore and Australia.

Asha for Education is a federally tax-exempt organization as described in IRS Code Section 501(c). All contributions to it are tax-deductible to the full extent permitted by law. Its Federal Tax Identification number is 77-0459884.

Greater Kansas City Chapter

Asha’s Greater Kansas City Chapter was formed in September 2008 and is comprised of volunteers from all walks of life. The objective of the group has been to mobilize and empower the local community to collectively support and provide financial assistance to grassroots level educational movements in India. The organization is currently looking for volunteers to be part of the movement.

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How it Started

In the summer of 1991, a few students got together to think of ways..

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Asha Today

Asha's focus on children's education has galvanised..

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Asha's Achievements

Today, there are over 66 Asha chapters worldwide..

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Asha's Activities

Clearly, identifying, researching, owning, funding, and sustaining projects..

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Asha's Future

In the future, Asha hopes to continue playing an important role in the..

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Objectives of the Group

Asha for Education is a secular organization dedicated to change in India by focusing ..

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Mission Statement

Asha for Education is a secular organization dedicated to change in India by focusing ..

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Asha India Conference

As part of the Asha charter, all Asha chapters have a high degree of freedom ..