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Helping children move towards learning and opportunity

Education can open doors to confidence, independence and opportunity. These are the areas we focus on.

1. Free Basic Education

Foundational learning in reading, writing, arithmetic and essential study habits can help children prepare for formal schooling and participate more confidently in education.

2. School Admission Support

Families may need guidance to understand school options, admission procedures and required documents. The organisation aims to help families navigate these steps and identify suitable educational opportunities.

3. Learning Resources

Books, notebooks, pencils, school bags and other age-appropriate materials can help children take part in learning. Supporters may contact the organisation to ask which materials are currently needed.

4. Community Awareness

Parents, volunteers and community members can help encourage regular schooling, continued learning and equal educational opportunities for girls and boys.

5. Digital Literacy — An Area for Development

Access to digital learning can help children develop skills for a changing world. The organisation may explore suitable computer-based learning opportunities as resources and partnerships allow.

Our Approach

We aim to listen to families, understand practical barriers to learning and encourage community participation.

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Our Core Values

Highlights of our work

From our first classroom to every child we help into school, our work is built on three simple commitments.

Registered & Accountable

Officially registered with the Delhi Government as a charitable society since 2015.

Completely Free

No fees, ever. Children from the poorest families learn without any cost to their parents.

Classroom to School

We don't stop at basic lessons โ€” we help every child secure admission in a nearby school.

2015

Year Founded

Started by a small circle of friends and colleagues who wanted to do more.

10+

Years of Service

More than a decade of teaching children from Delhi's most underserved neighbourhoods.

100%

Free Education

Every class, book and admission helping hand is offered at zero cost to families.

Two children holding their new school sweaters with volunteers A girl receiving a gift at the Foundation Day celebration
100% Free Education
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Make a Difference

A small step can make a big difference

A book, a notebook, a caring teacher or help with school admission can become the beginning of a child’s educational journey. Join us in helping children move towards learning and opportunity.

Where your support goes

  • Rent for our learning centre
  • Books, notebooks and stationery
  • Teachers and school admission support
New school bags laid out for distribution
๐Ÿ“–โœ๏ธ๐ŸŽ’Our Vision

Building futures through real education

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โ€œOur vision is to uplift underprivileged children by bridging the gap from scrap to school โ€” bringing education to their doorstep through the establishment of schools and computer learning centres.โ€

Arpan Mitra SangamCharitable Society, New Delhi
Children studying with their books on the floor of the centre
SCRAP TO SCHOOL โ€ข SCRAP TO SCHOOL โ€ข
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Est. 2015 Trusted by our supporters for over a decade.
Frequently Asked Questions

Your questions answered with transparency & care

1. Who does Arpan Mitra Sangam help?

We work with children from the most disadvantaged backgrounds โ€” many of whom would otherwise be collecting scrap โ€” and give them free basic education.

2. Is the society officially registered?

Yes. Arpan Mitra Sangam is registered with the Delhi Government as a charitable society, Registration No. S/1913/Distt.South/2015.

3. What happens after a child completes basic classes?

We help the child and their family secure admission in a nearby school so that their education continues in the formal system.

4. How is my donation used?

Contributions pay for the rent of our learning centre, books and stationery, teaching support and โ€” as we grow โ€” computers for our learning centres.

5. Can I volunteer with you?

Absolutely. We welcome teachers, students and professionals who can spare a few hours. Reach out through the contact form or on social media.

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