Projects – Koshish

Empowering disadvantaged New Delhi communities through education, healthcare, nutrition, vocational training, and women’s livelihood support.

Location & History:

The Koshish project is located in Sarita Vihar, New Delhi, India, and was established in 2010. Since its inception, the program has served highly disadvantaged children and families living in New Priyanka Camp, providing long-term educational and social support.

Core Focus of the Project:

Koshish is a holistic learning and empowerment initiative supporting 250 children and their families through education, nutrition, healthcare, and life-skills development.

Key highlights of the program include:

A comprehensive learning program focused on education, nutrition, health, and economic empowerment
Support for youth after Class XII, including admission into professional training programs and assistance with job placements
The Magic of Maths Program, enabling students from Classes 1–12 to learn using the interactive Khan Academy curriculum
An Adult Education and Tailoring Program for mothers in the New Priyanka Camp community, promoting skill development and economic independence

HOH Partnership: When & Why

HOH partnered with Koshish based on a shared mission to empower marginalized communities, especially women and children, through education, healthcare, and livelihood enhancement.

The partnership strengthens efforts to:

Break intergenerational cycles of poverty
Expand educational access
Improve community health and wellness
Support women through skills, literacy, and economic opportunities

Impact of HOH Support

HOH’s involvement has significantly strengthened Koshish’s educational and vocational programs. Notable outcomes include:

Nearly all students successfully completed their academic year
Many students have finished their professional training programs and secured employment
Six students trained through the HOH-funded Hardware & Networking program were selected for the Agniveer program of the Indian Army
Numerous students are currently enrolled in job-oriented courses
The Magic of Maths initiative was launched using laptops provided by HOH

Year-Wise HOH Funding Support (USD)

Year	Total Amount	K–12 / Higher Education	Vocational & Skilled
2020	18,588.20	14,750	1,875
2021	30,192.50	20,892.50	9,300
2022	28,542	15,495	5,250
2023	19,000	15,101	3,899
2024	26,000	17,000	9,000

Vision for the Next Five Years

Over the next five years, Koshish aims to grow in alignment with the goals outlined above, continuing its commitment to holistic community upliftment. The team hopes to: Over the next five years, the project aims to:

Expand its services to more children and families
Strengthen digital education and online platforms
Scale vocational opportunities and women’s empowerment programs
Build safer, healthier, and more self-reliant communities
Enhance sustainability efforts across its programs

Continued support from committed donors will play a vital role in ensuring long-term impact and growth.

Future Plans for the Project

Koshish envisions expanding its programs across multiple dimensions:

Education Expansion
- Scale basic education and digital literacy programs nationwide for underprivileged children
Healthcare Initiatives
- Community health programs
- Electronic medical records for better patient tracking
- Anti-addiction campaigns
- Doorstep healthcare services
K Se Koshish Online
- Digital learning platform to increase reach and accessibility
Women Empowerment
- Promote financial literacy, entrepreneurship, and skill-based livelihoods
- Expand community counseling and support systems
Mental & Psychosocial Support
- Safe spaces for survivors of violence
- Peer support groups for emotional resilience
Sustainability & Environment
- Water conservation projects
- Flush-free urinal kits
- Renewable energy initiatives