About Us

A movement for human dignity, born in 2008.

From a single Delhi neighborhood to 12 Indian states — our story is written by every life we've touched.

Team meeting

Who we are

Arunodaya Trust is a registered Section 8 non-profit organization (Reg. 12AB/2008) committed to creating equitable access to health, education and livelihood. Our work is community-led, evidence-based and fully transparent.

  • 80G & 12A certified — donations are tax-deductible
  • Audited annually by Deloitte India
  • FCRA compliant for international donations
  • Operating across 12 Indian states

2008

Founded in Delhi

Started as a 12-person volunteer kitchen serving 80 meals a day.

2014

Health vans launched

Mobile clinics began reaching remote villages in 4 states.

2024

248,000+ lives

Today, our programs span 12 states and 5,400 active volunteers.

A message from our founder

Founder's Vision

Together we can create hope, dignity, and opportunity.

Khagga Venkat Rao, Founder of Arunodaya Trust
When we began in 2008, we had little more than a borrowed room and a stubborn belief that no one should be invisible. Sixteen years later, that belief is shared by thousands. Thank you for walking with us.

Khagga Venkat Rao

Founder & Managing Trustee