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.
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.
Founder's Message
"Hope is the most powerful medicine."
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