Closing the Gap: A Working Model for First-Generation Learner Equity in Education

India’s foundational literacy gap is not a fringe problem. The ASER 2024 national survey found that 76.6% of Class III children in rural government schools still cannot read a Class II-level text, after three years of schooling.

SFPI – An Operating Philanthropy Model Transforming Lives

In the landscape of Indian philanthropy, the Shibulal Family Philanthropic Initiatives (SFPI) stands out with a distinctive approach.

Partnering for Social Impact: Bridging the Gap Between Corporates and NGOs

It’s been nearly four decades since Shibu and I have consciously started investing our time and energy into causes that are close to our hearts.

Beyond Access: Lessons in Equity from the Ground Up

Education has long been hailed as the great equalizer. Yet, for children born into disadvantaged socioeconomic circumstances, deep disparities persist.

Empowering others is the steppingstone to uplift a society.

It’s been nearly four decades since Shibu and I have consciously started investing our time and energy into causes that are close to our hearts.

Love for children is a driving passion!

I remember that day when I held Kusum & Namita for the first time in my arms. They were with their parents looking for a good school for their children.

Philanthropy – A beautiful symphony between Purpose and Participation.

I was in Kerala last week –a place very close to my heart, my home. I was invited to attend an event in a government school.