About Us
At Shanti Trust, we envision a society where every individual, regardless of their background, has the opportunity to thrive, learn, and live with dignity. Our mission is to create impactful, sustainable change by addressing core societal challenges in education, healthcare, development, and community building. Through targeted programs and dedicated efforts, we aim to foster an inclusive and harmonious environment for all.
Education for All lies at the heart of our mission. We believe education is a powerful tool for empowerment, and our initiatives focus on promoting the flow of quality education to every corner of society. From offering mentorship to guiding students from underprivileged backgrounds, we inspire young minds to dream big and achieve their potential. We work tirelessly to eliminate barriers to education, ensuring it becomes a beacon of hope for every child and family.
Health is a fundamental pillar of well-being, and our Good Health initiatives aim to make healthcare accessible to even the most underserved communities. We organize health awareness programs that emphasize the importance of stress-free and balanced living, enabling individuals to lead healthier and happier lives. We are committed to building a healthier society by bridging gaps in healthcare services and spreading awareness about preventive care.
In the realm of Development and Empowerment, we focus on fostering environments where individuals and families feel safe, valued, and supported. This includes building complete homes and nurturing societies where people can live in harmony. Recognizing the importance of self-reliance, we actively promote financial independence through skill-building workshops and job creation programs, paving the way for sustainable livelihoods.
Our commitment to Community Building stems from the belief that strong communities are essential for societal progress. We work to improve connectivity by strengthening main road infrastructure that links settlements, facilitating better access to resources and opportunities. Additionally, we champion the values of respect and harmony, promoting intergenerational understanding by encouraging respect for parents and elders within communities.
To ensure our efforts are effective and meaningful, we rely on Holistic Surveys and Research. These comprehensive studies allow us to identify pressing community needs, measure the impact of our programs, and design future initiatives that address challenges head-on. By grounding our work in data and insights, we maximize our impact and remain adaptable to evolving societal dynamics.
At Shanti Trust, we understand that collaboration is key to driving change. Our work is made possible by the collective efforts of dedicated volunteers, community members, and stakeholders, including professionals such as teachers, lawyers, bankers, police officers, and students from diverse fields. Together, we are building a society where education flows freely, healthcare reaches all, and communities flourish in harmony.
Join us in this journey of transformation as we create a brighter, more inclusive future for everyone. With your support, we can continue to make a lasting impact, one step at a time.
I often think about how deep-rooted poverty and its associated problems are in our society. Poverty is not just about the lack of money; it affects every aspect of a person’s life. I have seen many people around me who don’t even have enough food to eat. Some go to bed tying a cloth tightly around their stomachs to suppress their hunger. Their children walk to school barefoot, and many of them are forced to drop out midway through their education.
When someone falls ill, getting proper treatment feels like an impossible dream for them. Their hopes for good education, a brighter future, and a dignified life remain unfulfilled. Even for basic needs like weddings or other important occasions, they lack the resources to manage. Poverty doesn’t just limit itself to one generation—it grips one generation after another in its vicious cycle.
While some people manage to break free from this trap through hard work and opportunities, the majority remain stuck in it. There are several NGOs and organizations that provide food, clothes, medicines, and other essentials to the poor. These efforts are commendable, but are they enough? I believe these are only temporary solutions.
Mr. Arvind Nidhi
Founder , Shanti Trust
If the right steps had been taken at the right time, we wouldn’t see so many poor and helpless people around us today. I often wonder where things went wrong. Was it a lack of resources, or was it the way the work was done?
I feel there’s an urgent need for a large-scale survey to identify which areas are still lagging behind in development and to understand the living conditions of the people there. We need to know how many have managed to escape poverty and how many are still trapped in it.
Another thing that bothers me is that the wealthy often don’t contribute as much as they should toward bringing about this change. While some do help, many don’t see it as their responsibility. The system of society continues as it is, and most people don’t even try to make a difference.
During winter, when I see people living in makeshift shelters or sleeping by the roadside, it feels like we, as a society, have failed somewhere. Poor families can’t even provide basic education to their children, let alone a good one. On the other hand, wealthy families send their children to prestigious schools and colleges, ensuring a bright future for them. This stark contrast is visible everywhere and allows poverty to take even deeper roots.
It’s time for all of us to come together with a new mindset and take action. We need to rise above our personal interests and stand up for those who are still struggling to survive. Fighting poverty requires collective effort, and until every individual has access to dignity and equal rights, our society cannot move forward.
I firmly believe that if we work in the right direction, change is inevitable. It won’t be easy, but it is definitely possible.
