irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2020
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $64KMEDICAL: THE ORGANIZATION PROVIDES EYE AND MEDICAL EXAMS, AS WELL AS TREATMENT TO ALL THE CHILDREN IN THEIR SCHOOLS. IT ALSO HAS MOBILE MEDICAL VANS THAT TRAVEL TO REMOTE VILLAGES THAT LACK ACCESS TO PROPER MEDICAL FACILITIES. CHILDRENS HOPE HAS ALSO PROVIDED FOR LIFE- SAVING SURGERIES NECESSARY FOR SURVIVAL. CHILDREN AND PARENTS IN THE COMMUNITY ARE ALSO EDUCATED ON HYGIENE, DENTAL CARE, NUTRITION AND IMMUNIZATION.
- #2 $7KVOCATIONAL TRAINING: YOUTH ARE GIVEN PRACTICAL TRAINING IN SKILLS VARYING FROM SEWING AND NURSING TO INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY IN ORDER TO EMPOWER THEM FOR HIGHER PAYING CAREERS AND FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE.
named programs · 9 · from sources
What they call their work
CH2
Network of young professionals in NYC organizing fundraising events like the Holiday Happy Hour and Cocktails and Conversations to support CHI initiatives
CH3
Youth-led initiative founded by teens with chapters in Long Island, Manhattan, and New Jersey, engaging in fundraising and community service for underprivileged children
CHI Girls School (CHIGS)
Girls' school in Bhopal offering comprehensive education with smart classrooms, labs, and extracurriculars, serving over 630 students and achieving a 96% pass rate in Grade X board exams
CHI – Ekalavya School
Formal school in Hyderabad providing quality education to over 300 first-generation learners from low-income households, achieving 100% pass rates with high academic performance
CHI – Hope Primary School
School in Bhuj, Gujarat established after the 2001 earthquake, providing play-based early education and remedial programs for foundational literacy and numeracy to 239 students
CHI – Jagati Govt. Middle School
Collaborative school in Jammu providing early childhood education and remedial support to over 215 students from Kashmiri migrant families
College Scholarship Program
Provides scholarships enabling students to attend college in fields such as medicine, engineering, business, computer science, and law
Medical Program
Provides eye exams, medical checkups, treatments, and life-saving surgeries; includes mobile medical vans serving remote villages
Vocational Training Program
Offers practical skills training in sewing, nursing, IT, and other fields to empower youth for financial independence
activities · 7 groups
What they do
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Community Health Equity Initiatives 1 activity
- Delivers community health education in rural IndiaConducts health education programs in remote villages focusing on hygiene, nutrition, dental care, and immunization to improve community well-being.
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Comprehensive Eye Care Access 1 activity
- Delivers comprehensive health services to children in remote areasProvides eye and medical exams, life-saving surgeries (including heart surgeries), immunization drives, and dental care through mobile medical vans serving remote villages in India. The organization has delivered over 19,000 vision-saving surgeries and treatments and over 20,000 medical check-ups and treatments.
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Holiday and Seasonal Essentials Distribution 1 activity
- Delivers essential social support and holiday programs in New YorkProvides Thanksgiving meals, holiday gifts, backpacks with school supplies, and packed lunches to families and children in shelters. Sponsors 30 homeless children annually to attend an 8-week summer camp and fulfills holiday wishlists for classrooms in need, such as a third-grade class in Newark, NJ.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Hosts community and fundraising events in New York CityOrganizes annual networking and leadership events such as "Holiday Happy Hour" and "Cocktails and Conversations" at the Harvard Club to engage supporters and raise awareness. Also hosts intergenerational events like a Valentine’s Day party for elderly residents at Lakeland Healthcare Nursing Home.
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Early Literacy Promotion 1 activity
- Implements community-based education initiatives with parent engagementEnhances literacy and learning through the CHI 30/30 Education Initiative and uses the Child Learning Assisted by Parents App (CLAP) to promote home-based learning. Over 95% of parents participate regularly in program activities, with high rates of daily interaction, worksheet use, and time spent supporting children’s education.
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Individual Child Education Sponsorship 1 activity
- Provides vocational training and college scholarships for underserved youthOffers vocational training in sewing, nursing, information technology, and other skills to support financial independence, serving over 80 students. Awards college scholarships to high-achieving students from low-income backgrounds pursuing degrees in fields such as law, medicine, engineering, business, and science, including enrollment at IITs and NITs; over 150 scholarships have been provided.
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Uncategorized 1 activity
- Operates early childhood and primary education centers in IndiaRuns 14 early childhood education centers and multiple formal schools across India, including CHI – Hope Primary School in Bhuj, CHI Girls School (CHIGS) in Bhopal, and CHI – Ekalavya School in Hyderabad. These institutions serve over 4,000 students across formal and non-formal settings, with reported high academic outcomes such as a 100% pass rate at Ekalavya and 96% in Grade X board exams at CHIGS in 2024.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$1.89M
Contributions & grants$1.62M86%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$263K14%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$1.36M
Program expenses77%
Admin / overhead6%
Fundraising17%
Salaries & benefits$120K
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineCompensation
balance sheet
Total assets$5.02M
Cash$3.05M
Investments$1.95M
Liabilities$15K
Net assets$5.01M
Liquid reserves44.2 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +31.1%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 11
- AARTI KAMAT — BOARD MEMBER
- DINA PAHLAJANI — PRESIDENT
- KALIKA BHATIA — BOARD MEMBER
- KAVITA LUND — BOARD MEMBER
- KAVITA RAMNANI — BOARD MEMBER
- LAVINA MELWANI — BOARD MEMBER
- MAYA RAJANI — TREASURER
- MONEESHA SANI — BOARD MEMBER
- NISHA BHARWANI — BOARD MEMBER
- RADHA VANJANI — BOARD MEMBER
- SAGORICA RUDRA — BOARD MEMBER
relationships · 21
Who they work with
- Andrew Cuomo Partner — Former New York Governor who applauds the organization’s commitment to youth development
- Children's Hope India Network — CH2 is an extension of and operates as a network of young professionals supporting Children's Hope India.
- Hillary Rodham Clinton Partner — Former First Lady and public servant who recognizes and supports the organization’s mission
- Indian Institutes of Technology Partner — Scholarship recipient aspiring to study at IIT.
- Indian Space Research Organisation Partner — Scholarship recipient aiming to work with ISRO after studies.
- Jammu Government Government — Collaborated with CHI to build a new wing for early childhood education and remedial programs at CHI – Jagati Govt. Middle School.
- Juhi Chawla Partner — Actor and philanthropist who advocates for Children's Hope India as an Ambassador of Change
- Lakeland Healthcare Nursing Home Partner — CH3 hosted a Valentine’s Day celebration for residents, fostering intergenerational connections through direct service.
- Lakeland Healthcare Nursing Home Partner — Hosts intergenerational events organized by CH3 members, including a Valentine’s Day celebration.
- Michael Bloomberg Partner — Former New York City Mayor who collaborates with Children's Hope India to support youth in need
- Mira Nair Partner — Filmmaker and philanthropist who supports Children's Hope India’s long-term service efforts
- National Institute of Technology Partner — Scholarship recipient enrolled in B.Tech program at NIT.
- Partners Group Funder — Sponsor of digital devices for Children's Hope India's digital literacy initiatives.
- Ravi Kanth Partner — CHI Expert-Programs providing insight on the impact of the Cradle to Career approach.
- Sadhu Vaswani Center Partner — Collaborated with CH3 members who participated in the center's Mela event to sell baked goods and raise awareness.
- Samaritan Homeless Shelter Partner — CH3 members prepared and delivered meals to this shelter as part of their community service programming.
- Samaritan Homeless Shelter Partner — Receives packed lunches and holiday cards prepared by CH3 members.
- Tharanco Group Inc. Partner — CEO and Chairman Haresh Tharani serves on the Advisory Board, contributing strategic guidance.
- Tribes For Good Partner — Partner organization collaborating on digital literacy programs.
- Vikas Khanna Partner — Michelin Chef and supporter involved in uplifting vulnerable communities through Children's Hope India
- World Health Organization Government — Cited as a source for data on the impact of nutritional deficiencies on children's education and development.
strategies · 5
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Cradle-to-Career Development Modelmethodology: cradle_to_careerBy supporting children continuously from early childhood through education and into employment, we produce long-term economic advancement and break cycles of poverty because sustained, integrated intervention across life stages addresses both immediate and systemic barriers to success.
- Education as Pathway to Empowermentmethodology: education_for_empowermentBy providing quality education, academic support, and merit-based scholarships, we produce community transformation and economic mobility because education equips children with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities necessary to overcome systemic disadvantage.
- Holistic Multi-Pillar Empowermentmethodology: holistic_stakeholder_empowermentBy addressing education, health, nutrition, family engagement, and career development collectively, we produce sustainable child development because child well-being is interdependent across multiple domains and requires coordinated support from all stakeholders.
- Mobile and Targeted Healthcare Accessmethodology: mobile_healthcare_deliveryBy delivering medical services through mobile units and schools, we produce improved health outcomes in underserved areas because removing geographic and infrastructural barriers ensures timely, life-saving care reaches children who would otherwise go untreated.
- Youth-Led Engagement Modelmethodology: children_helping_childrenBy engaging young people and young professionals as leaders and fundraisers, we produce deeper community investment and organizational sustainability because peer-led initiatives foster authentic connections, increase participation, and cultivate long-term advocacy.