Our Story
On the 1st of April 1979, ANARDE was established as the CSR. with the objective of uplifting and empowering rural India. Four decades since, Anarde Foundation has come a long way. Today we work with a model that is uniquely ours and successfully running in rural India
1979
The Beginning
Started in 1979, the Anarde Foundation began as a CSR organization, driven by a commitment to societal development and lasting community impact.
1980
Our Foundational Programs
In 1980, we launched foundational programs for holistic development: empowering farmers (Farmer Development), funding entrepreneurs (Micro Credit), and improving public health (Rural Sanitation).and dignity by constructing safe, hygienic facilities.
1990
Expanding Our Focus
We expanded our focus, launching Water Management programs for resource security and Skill Development initiatives to provide vocational training and economic independence for rural youth.
2000
Deepening Community Well-being
At the turn of the millennium, we deepened our impact by introducing Rural Insurance for a financial safety net, Drip Irrigation for water conservation, and Clean Drinking Water projects for public health.
2010
Scaling Up Our Impact
2010 marked a scale-up in infrastructure and sustainability. We launched Rural Housing, Cattlesheds, School Sanitation, and the SSNNL water project, plus Vermicompost and BALA for livelihoods.
2020
Focus on Sustainability
In 2020, our new strategy centered on Holistic Rural Development and Water Security. We committed to Net Zero and launched large-scale Plantation drives to build climate resilience and restore ecology.
Our Aim
WATER CONSERVATION & MANAGEMENT
Reduce Rainwater Runoff
Recharge Groundwater
Increase Water Storage
Secure Surface Water
Ensure Safe Drinking Water
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
Empower Women
Boost Livelihoods
Strengthen Communities
Support Education
Raise Water Awareness
SUSTAINABILITY & INFRASTRUCTURE
Enhance Green Cover
Improve Infrastructure
Adopt Clean Energy
Anarde’s Purpose
Implement sustainable water management projects,
revive natural ecosystems and promote income-generating skills development in rural India.
Anarde’s Values
INTEGRITY
Maintain Transparency, Accountability, and Respect for all.
COLLABORATION
Enable rural communities to lead their own development with confidence and dignity.
EMPOWERMENT
Enhance Green Cover Improve Infrastructure Adopt Clean Energy