Our History
A journey of two decades, transformed by the power of collective compassion and unwavering dedication.
Founded in 2003, Deepti Foundation began its journey with a commitment to improving the lives of people infected and affected by HIV/AIDS. Guided by the values of compassion, dignity, and inclusive service, the Foundation initially focused on HIV/AIDS awareness, treatment support, counselling, and community care for vulnerable women and children.
Over the years, Deepti Foundation expanded its mission to address the broader needs of marginalized communities. Through Deepti Ashram in Najafgarh, the Foundation provides care, education, nutrition, healthcare, and higher education support to HIV-affected children and children from rag-picking families. The establishment of Gyan Sarovar and Child Resource Centres has enabled hundreds of children from underserved communities to access education and build a brighter future.
Recognizing the importance of empowering women, the Foundation introduced Self-Help Groups, vocational training programmes, and livelihood initiatives that promote entrepreneurship and economic independence. The Foundation also extends its services through rehabilitation and de-addiction programmes, community awareness initiatives, nutritional support, and social welfare interventions.
Today, Deepti Foundation serves children, women, youth, families, and vulnerable individuals across multiple communities. With a strong commitment to social justice and human dignity, the Foundation continues to create opportunities for education, empowerment, rehabilitation, and sustainable development, helping people lead lives of dignity, hope, and self-reliance.
Our Partners
We are deeply grateful to these organizations that support our projects and initiatives to bring positive change.
Kindernothilfe (KNH), Germany
Hostel and Empowerment Programme for Children and Families Involved in Rag Picking
Kindermissionswerk (Die Sternsinger), Germany
Child Development and Child Resource Centre Support
Manos Unidas, Spain
Empowering Women and Children for a Sustainable and Self-Reliant Life
Azim Premji Foundation
Menstrual Hygiene Awareness Generation for Adolescent Girls
Caritas India
HIV/AIDS Care and Community-Based Rehabilitation
Missio Austria
Construction of HIV/AIDS Rehabilitation and Care Centre
Delhi State AIDS Control Society (DSACS)
Treatment and Care for HIV/AIDS-Infected Persons
St. Thomas Institute Germany
Community-Based Rehabilitation of People Living with HIV/AIDS & Educational and Capacity-Building Support
Caritas Austria
Community-Based Rehabilitation of People Living with HIV/AIDS
HCDI, Pune
Holistic Development of Children Engaged in Rag Picking
Brot für die Welt (Bread for the World), Germany
Community Development and Social Inclusion Programme
Survive-MIVA
Safeguarding and Saving Life
Italian Bishops' Conference
Economic Empowerment through Vocational Training and Self-Employment
SELCO Foundation
Sustainable Energy and Community Development Initiatives
Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA)
Education and Nutritional Support Programme for Children
Missionary Society of the Apostolate (USA)
Holistic Development Programme for Vulnerable Children (Education & Nutrition Focus)
Leo Oriental
Infrastructure Development Support
MISSIO
Promoting Inclusive Thinking among Communities for Social Harmony
Blanquerna – Ramon Llull University, Spain
Community-Based Child Development Programme (Education & Nutrition Support)
VS & B Containers Group
Community Welfare and Development Partnership
Indian Oil Corporation Limited (CSR)
Community Development Initiative
Sonalika Group (CSR)
Community Empowerment and Livelihood Promotion
Muthoot Finance (CSR)
Social Development Support