Call for

Women Empowerment Program – Project Nand Ghar

Call for Grant Applications -Bridging Narratives Grant Program

Organisation Name:

Anil Agarwal Foundation

ensure each participating woman earns a minimum of ₹5,000/month or increases her income by ₹3,000/month through sustainable livelihoods.

Application Deadline:

22 June 2025

About Organisation

The Anil Agarwal Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Vedanta Limited, is dedicated to fostering inclusive and sustainable development in India. With a strong commitment to social transformation, the Foundation implements impactful projects across health, education, livelihood, and environment. One of its flagship initiatives, Project Nand Ghar, aims to modernize anganwadis and empower rural communities, especially women and children. By combining infrastructure development with integrated services like education, nutrition, and skill-building, the Foundation works to bridge critical gaps in grassroots development. Operating across multiple Indian states, the Foundation has built partnerships with government bodies, civil society, and corporates to ensure holistic interventions that are scalable and sustainable. In Rajasthan, Vedanta is actively supporting community empowerment and rural development through innovative livelihood solutions and capacity-building programs. Its goal is to create long-term socio-economic impact by equipping communities with the tools and support they need to thrive.

About the Grant

The Women Livelihood & Empowerment Grant under Project Nand Ghar aims to uplift rural women in Rajasthan through comprehensive and sustainable livelihood strategies. The program focuses on skilling and capacity building, reactivating and forming Self-Help Groups (SHGs), promoting micro-enterprise development, and ensuring strong market linkages. Implemented in districts like Udaipur, Jaipur, and Kota, the project seeks to provide women with opportunities for income generation, economic independence, and long-term resilience. Selected implementing partners will conduct market research, deliver skill training tailored to local needs, facilitate SHG activities, and provide women access to digital tools, government schemes, and financial support. The project also emphasizes impact tracking and community storytelling, aiming to ensure each woman earns at least ₹5,000/month or experiences an income boost of ₹3,000/month, with sustainability of income for over six months post-training. The initiative aligns with the Foundation’s broader vision of empowering communities and creating women leaders at the grassroots level.

Who can Apply?

Organizations with a proven track record in women empowerment, rural development, and livelihood generation are encouraged to apply. Eligible applicants should demonstrate prior experience in implementing successful projects that engage rural women through skill-building, enterprise support, or SHG strengthening. Preference will be given to organizations that have strong working relationships or formal partnerships with relevant government departments and bodies in Rajasthan. Additionally, applicants must be capable of conducting market assessments, managing field-level operations, and delivering measurable results aligned with the project’s goals. Applicants are required to submit detailed organizational profiles, audited financial statements, and technical project proposals outlining their approach to achieving the desired impact. Experience in facilitating access to finance, digital literacy, and convergence with welfare schemes will be an added advantage. Only organizations committed to long-term community development and impact sustainability should apply.

How to Apply?

Interested organizations must submit their proposals via email to Muhammed.arshlan@vedanta.co.in and commercial.aaf@vedanta.co.in with the subject line: “Proposal for Nand Ghar Women Empowerment Project”.

Application Deadline

Proposals must be submitted no later than 22nd June 2025. Early submissions are encouraged to ensure timely consideration.

Last Date to Apply
The final date to submit proposals is 22nd June 2025 via the designated email addresses.

Grant Amount
While the specific amount is not disclosed, the grant aims to ensure each participating woman earns a minimum of ₹5,000/month or increases her income by ₹3,000/month through sustainable livelihoods.