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- Our Impact | Quantitative and Qualitative | Agastya International Foundation
We utilize an impact assessment framework developed by IIM-Bangalore, focusing on four key parameters: awareness about our teaching methods, curiosity, creative problem-solving ability, confidence and scientific knowledge. Know more about our impact through our impact stories. OUR IMPACT From 'Yes' to 'Why' While our programs expose students to hands-on learning to spark creativity, curiosity, awareness and problem-solving aptitude these skills bring about five important behavioral shifts – from saying ‘Yes to Why’, from ‘Looking to Observing’, from being ‘Passive to Learning to Explore’, from being ‘Textbook-bound to Hands-on’ and from ‘Fear to Confidence’. Gauging the impact Our programs now serve over 23 states in India, with our impact team handling data from over 100,000 participants annually. We utilize an impact assessment framework developed by IIM-Bangalore, focusing on four key parameters: awareness about our teaching methods, curiosity, creative problem-solving ability, confidence and scientific knowledge. Quantitative impact assessment (2022-23) Sample size : 83,241 students Understanding of the concepts & application of the same Behavior characterized by exploration, investigation, observation, and a desire to learn more about new, incongruous, or unknown elements The ability to stand up and speak their mind, to develop a consciousness of their own ability and to demonstrate the same Our Impact stories Experience Agastya's impact through our remarkable stories of transformation. Sravani R, Agastya Student Pawan Kumar, Agastya Student Ms. Naima, Teacher Shiddesh Shete, Agastya Instructor Blazing Fireflies Read Now Rise of the Fireflies Read Now Transformed lives Read Now See other's research about us Read More
- Mobile STEM Labs | Experential Learning On Wheels | Agastya International Foundation
Our Mobile STEM Labs program is based on a simple philosophy: if children can't come to Agastya, Agastya will go to them. Mobile STEM Labs EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING ON WHEELS Our Mobile STEM Labs program is based on a simple philosophy: if children can't come to Agastya, Agastya will go to them. Led by enthusiastic ignators, the Mobile Labs journey to distant schools packed with fascinating models and experiments that spark curiosity and scientific temper among underserved children. Our goal? To make science irresistibly captivating for every child, ensuring they embrace its wonders with boundless excitement and joy. What is it? 190 Mobile STEM Labs 475,000+ Children impacted 774,000+ KM traveled every year Mobile Science Labs i-Mobile Labs AI-on-Wheels Here, students delve into the wonders of the natural world through captivating experiments and hands-on demonstrations. From exploring the principles of physics to unraveling the mysteries of biology, we ignite scientific curiosity and inspire a love for inquiry. Students uncover the extraordinary beauty of the universe around them with every observation and hypothesis. Mobile Science Labs Launched in 2012, the i-Mobile program is designed to foster digital literacy among students with limited access to computer labs and technology. Through this program, students are exposed to grade-appropriate content in technology and science using various digital devices such as computers, tablets, and mobile phones. The curriculum goes beyond conventional learning, introducing concepts like programming and coding, that might otherwise be inaccessible to these students. i-Mobile Labs AI on Wheels is a revolutionary leap forward—empowering young minds to explore, understand, and navigate the world of AI and emerging technology. By bringing hands-on, experiential learning directly to students, this initiative fosters curiosity, creativity, and problem-solving skills. It aims to bridge the digital divide, equipping the next generation with the knowledge and confidence to thrive in an AI-driven world. AI-on-Wheels Recognition Featured in Rockfeller Foundation Next Century Innovators Gallery TESTIMONIALS Ambassadors of Agastya's mission I found that by understanding the experiments done in Agastya’s sessions I could easily study my science subject for exams. Sangeetha C We learned how to make that model from Agastya's instructor. Since Agastya's instructors arrived and conducted the experiments in our school group, whatever work we have done we completed quickly and efficiently. Sahail The sessions have changed my mindset towards logic and understanding, I'm able to acknowledge scientific and creative information" Deepak Bandi
- Mini Innovation Hub | Accessible Maker-spaces | Agastya International Foundation
Our Mini Innovation Hubs serve as catalysts for experiential learning, cultivating a design-thinking mindset, fostering curiosity, and enhancing problem-solving abilities among children. Mini Innovation Hub PROBLEM SOLVING FOR BRIGHTER TOMORROW Expanding upon our successful Navarachana model at the Campus Creativity Lab, we have established Mini-Innovation Hubs in many cities, including Delhi, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh, and Chennai. These hubs serve as catalysts for experiential learning, cultivating a design-thinking mindset, fostering curiosity, and enhancing problem-solving abilities among children. What is it? 43 Mini Innovation hub 25,000+ Children impacted 4000+ Prototypes A peek into Mini Innovation Hub TESTIMONIALS Ambassadors of Agastya's mission My creativity and ability to make the models came from Agastya’s teachings. Mahantesh The Agastya sessions are a good experience. I acquired group management, group cohesiveness, and leadership skills. Hemavathi I’m able to guide my teammates in any project and I feel great in representing myself as a leader Aarti
- Donors list | Agastya Foundation
Agastya donors list of corporates and foundations. Corporates and Foundations AMM Arunachalam Trust AMM Foundation ANSR Source India Private Limited ANZ Support Services India Private Limited Apni Path AT & T Adobe Systems India Private Limited Aequs Foundation Alembic CSR Foundation Association Saikorian Atul Foundation Trust Balrampur Foundation Bhumi Biocon Foundation Bright Funds CII Foundation Carl Bechem Lubricants India Private Ltd Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) India Charities Aid Foundation America Cipla Foundation Cognizant Foundation D-Mart Foundation Dow Chemical International Private Limited EdelGive Foundation Elastic Technologies (India) Private Limited Expleo Solutions Limited ExxonMobil Services & Technology Private Limited Fidelity International Foundation Fisher Biopharma Services India Private Limited Ford India Ltd Fractal Analytics Private Limited Frootle India Private Limited Guru Krupa Foundation Inc Harmonybright Education LLP Indospace Industrial Park Pune Private Limited Infosys Foundation Infosys Science Foundation Ingersoll Rand India Limited Intel Technology India Private Limited Intuitive Surgical India Private Limited Invitrogen Bioservices India Private Limited J P Morgan Services India Private Limited J.B. Chemicals & Pharmaceuticals Limited Jalaram Baba Children's Nest Education Private Limited Jubilant Bhartia Foundation Kotak Mahindra Investment Limited L&T Technology Services Limited LSI India Research & Development Private Limited LTI Mindtree Foundation Lady Bamford Charitable Trust Larsen & Toubro Public Charitable Trust Lenovo Global Tech India Private Limited Lenovo India Private Limited M3M Foundation MTAR Technologies Ltd. Mahindra and Mahindra Limited Meyer Organics Private Limited Mindtree Foundation Motorola Mobility India Private Ltd NICE Interactive Solutions India Private Limited Nestle India Limited Omega Healthcare Management Services Pvt Ltd PPD Pharmaceutical Development India Private Ltd Pravaha Foundation RaRe Family Foundation Rajved Foundation Ranger Apparel Export Private Limited SKF India Limited Saint-Gobain India Foundation Sajjan India Limited Samsung R&D Institute India-Bangalore Pvt. Ltd Schaeffler India Limited Shoft Shipyard Private Limited Shri Hiralal Bhagwati Charitable Trust Siemens Technology & Services Private Limited Societe Generale Global Solutions Centre Private Limited Societe Generale Securities India Private Limited Sony India Software Centre Private Limited Sulochana Thapar Foundation Suven Trust Synopsys Foundation Taegutec India Pvt. Ltd. Tata Power Community Development Trust Texas Instruments (India) Private Limited Thermo Fisher Scientific India Private Limited Titan Company Limited Truetzschler India Private Limited UK Online Giving Foundation VFS Global Services Private Limited W S Atkins (India) Private Limited Wells Fargo International Solutions Private Limited Welspun Foundation for Health and Knowledge Xilinx India Technology Services Private Limited and others
- Thank You Page | Agastya Foundation
Thank you page for Agastya international Foundation Thank you, Donor Name We are so grateful for your generous donation of ₹0. Your donation number is #1000. You’ll receive a confirmation email soon.
- Night Village Schools | Learning Should Never Remain Incomplete | Donate Now | Agastya International Foundation
Let's work together to make learning accessible to every child, even in the most remote villages. Your support, large or small, helps bring the light of education to children through our Night Village Schools. All contributions qualify for tax exemption under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act of India. Donate in INR Donate in Dollars Your donations will be tax-exempt under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act of India. Frequency One time One time Monthly Monthly Amount ₹250 ₹250 ₹500 ₹500 ₹2,000 ₹2,000 ₹10,000 ₹10,000 Other Other 0/100 Comment (optional) Donate ₹250 What is the Problem? India faces a rising challenge with school dropouts, particularly in rural areas. Many children are unable to attend school regularly due to various factors, including the need to help with household chores or supplement family income and the struggle to keep up academically. Over time, these hurdles can lead to disengagement and dropping out of school altogether. How Will This Project Solve the Problem? Since 2009, Agastya's "Night Village School" project has created an engaging and impactful environment to support students and school dropouts. With the help of local college volunteers, Agastya offers evening remedial lessons, allowing children who have missed out on school to catch up and rediscover their excitement for learning. By bringing education closer to home, this initiative helps students build confidence and, in many cases, return to regular classes, staying connected to the joy of discovery. Potential Long-Term Impact The project will lead to trigger positive behavioral shifts that lead to curious, confident, and humane individuals engaging creatively in their communities and eventually mainstreaming school dropouts. It will also elevate the educational status of children in every village and transform the level of empowerment in communities in the future. Children will be able to tackle local societal problems and come up with solutions to these issues. You can also contribute in other ways : Donate by cheque/D.D in favor of “Agastya International Foundation ” and send it to us through courier/post along with your contact details. I.e. your name, address, telephone number/e-mail ID and PAN number. To Agastya International Foundation, 12, Varsav Plaza, Jayamahal Main Road, Bangalore 560 046. Donate by wire transfer through RTGS / NEFT/ IMPS Bank: ICICI BANK Account Name: Agastya International Foundation Account Number: 000 2010 60632, IFSC Code: ICIC0000002 A peek into Operation Vasantha Get Involved Join us and be a part of the curiosity movement TESTIMONIALS Ambassadors of Agastya's mission Generally, after school hours, I used to roam the streets without studying, but now I go to the OV Center to study. Thanks for bringing this positive change in me. Dilip I am very happy to go to the OV Center to learn new things and explore activities like leadership, singing, and dancing, which help showcase our talents. Thanks for this platform where we are shaping our future. Kasthuri As a student, I do a lot of activities and ask questions about school concepts that are not clear in my mind. I feel free to ask questions to better understand the material. Mallesh
- Mobile Innovation Lab | Design Thinking For All | Agastya International Foundation
Our Mobile Innovation Lab brings innovation and design thinking to children across the country. This mobile maker space travels from school to school, guided by our instructors who inspire children to think critically, ask questions, seek answers, and tackle real-world problems. Mobile Innovation Lab ILLUMINATING THE PATH OF DESIGN THINKING Agastya’s innovation programs are meticulously crafted to cultivate a culture of creativity and problem-solving. They empower children to explore, ideate, and implement design thinking-centric solutions across various domains. Our Mobile Innovation Lab brings innovation and design thinking to children across the country. This mobile maker space travels from school to school, guided by our ignators who inspire children to think critically, ask questions, seek answers, and tackle real-world problems. What is it? 21 Mobile Innovation Labs 20,000+ Children impacted 5 States A peek into Mobile Innovation Lab TESTIMONIALS Ambassadors of Agastya's mission Agastya has not only taught me subjects, but it has also taught me discipline, and given me the confidence to reach my dreams. Vishal Science did not interest me, but now it is a seemingly endless source of delight. Also, thanks to the Agastya sessions, I have begun receiving better grades. Shyam Asking questions helped me overcome my hesitation and gain confidence. Satyam
- Our Philosophy | Agastya International Foundation
The creative spirit lies at the core of Agastya’s philosophy of education. We believe all children possess an innate creativity that can be awakened through a journey of hands-on exploration, experimentation, discovery and application. OUR PHILOSOPHY Creating a culture of learning Agastya International Foundation is named for the revered Indian sage Agastya, a beacon of learning and spirituality who traveled across the Indian subcontinent espousing integration and harmony. The great sage is said to have crossed the Vindhyas from North India to Southern India, unified the two lands, created the Siddha school of herbal medicine and authored a grammar for Tamil Language (an ancient language that still flourishes). Our Inspiration Agastya Muni The Agastya learning experience The creative spirit lies at the core of Agastya’s philosophy of education. We believe all children possess an innate creativity that can be awakened through a journey of hands-on exploration, experimentation, discovery and application. Learning with Agastya is a journey that begins with piquing curiosity and excitement in the child’s mind. As she explores further, applying her mind and all five senses, she experiences the joy of creativity, discovery and comprehension. The opportunity to apply her learning and share it with her brings confidence and skill, and the urge to apply it in ways that make a difference to her community. At Agastya, the student is taught HOW to think, rather than WHAT to think; ; to apply her learning and innovate freely; and to do so with confidence andcaring for her everyday world. Agastya believes that creativity is a practice that can be cultivated. While urban, privileged communities are able to provide their students with the opportunity to explore their creativity in multiple ways, Agastya is committed to creating such opportunity for the broadest base of the Indian education system – disadvantaged rural and urban school children. In sparking curiosity , nurturing creativity and building confidence and caring in these children, we are building a generation of tinkerers, innovators and problem-solvers who we believe can change the world for the better. The 4 Cs of Agastya Curiosity | Creativity | Confidence | Caring Join the Agastya movement Get Involved
- Digi-Kshetra | Where Dreams Code The Future | Agastya International Foundation
Digi-Kshetra is a state-of-the-art digital learning hub designed to equip students with essential digital skills. Through interactive and engaging programs, we cultivate a passion for technology, creativity, and innovation. Digi-Kshetra WHERE DREAMS CODE THE FUTURE Empowering Students with 21st-Century Skills Digi-Kshetra is a state-of-the-art digital learning hub designed to equip students with essential digital skills. Through interactive and engaging programs, we cultivate a passion for technology, creativity, and innovation. Key Components: Robotics & Drones: Hands-on projects that introduce students to the exciting world of robotics and drone technology. IoT & Electronics: Practical training in the Internet of Things and fundamental electronics. Digital Literacy, Programming & AI: Comprehensive courses covering digital literacy, programming, and artificial intelligence. Creative Media & Virtual Reality: Immersive activities integrating digital media and virtual reality to enhance creativity. What is it? 5 Cities reached 6,000 Unique Children 192,000+ Hours of engagement TESTIMONIALS Ambassadors of Agastya's mission Agastya has taught us about leadership development and group participation, which is very important in our daily lives. Tanu Agastya has truly transformed me into a self-learner, With the help of mobile applications and home lab kits provided by Agastya, I was able to conduct tests and experiments on my own. Samuel I prefer Agastya sessions over school sessions because they teach concepts through physical activity and model construction, and game play. Renuka A peek into Digi-kshetra Donate Now Join us and be a part of the curiosity movement
- Anveshana | Science And Engineering Fair | Agastya International Foundation
Anveshana, our science and engineering fair fosters creativity, innovation, and critical thinking by bringing together engineering students and school students. Anveshana BUILDING BRIDGES TO INNOVATION Anveshana 2025-26 What is it? Anveshana, a unique science and engineering fair, fosters creativity, innovation, and critical thinking by bringing together engineering students and school students. It engages them in collaborative problem-solving, emphasizing hands-on learning, research, and practical application of engineering concepts while promoting a spirit of mentoring. The fair takes place every year in many locations across India. The participating teams solve theme-based problems, competing before a jury to pitch their ideas and projects. Know More 7,200+ Participants 6,400+ Ideas registered 13 States reached A peek into Anveshana Anveshana 2025-26 Join us and be a part of the curiosity movement TESTIMONIALS Ambassadors of Agastya's mission Our project done with Engineering College Student Mentors exposed us to the fascinating world of science and technology, guiding us through the entire product development cycle from ideation to deployment and marketing. The event allowed us to engage with some of the best minds in the state of Karnataka, providing a unique platform to network and build valuable connections. Sinchana B and Anisha Participating in Anveshana was an incredible experience that allowed me to grow as a scientific thinker and innovator. Being mentored by engineering students provided invaluable guidance and support throughout the project development process. Their expertise helped me to understand the technical stuff and improve my presentation skills. Mallikarjuna Nittali This is the first time in my life that I participated in a National Level Competition. I learned a lot about how to do and present projects during my project work. Priya
- Jignyasa | Model Making Competition | Agastya International Foundation
Jignyasa, our model making competition, cultivates students hunger for knowledge by encouraging them to construct science models. Jignyasa CELEBRATING CURIOSITY, EMBRACING INNOVATION Meaning "the inner urge to know", Jignyasa cultivates students' and teachers' hunger for knowledge by encouraging them to construct models and develop solutions to real-life problems. Jignyasa began in 2011 and now it is held across 24 States across India. Jignyasa reached the International Level in 2020-21 with participation from Bangladesh. This fair provides students with the opportunity to learn by doing and showcase their creations. Nurture curiosity, creativity, and a love for Innovation at Jignyasa! What is it? 20,000+ Participants 10,000+ Ideas registered 24 States reached A peek into Jignyasa Get Involved Join us and be a part of the curiosity movement TESTIMONIALS Ambassadors of Agastya's mission Agastya Foundation has provided an opportunity to present new ideas that solve the problems of society. Students from rural areas like us get this platform to create scientific awareness among the students. Vishwapratapsing Mane I made an organic mask from banana pseudostem which was related to the "Good Health and Wellbeing" Goal of UNSDG. I learned about new and innovative ideas and got a chance to compete with students from various schools. Smriti Rai Once I had to pluck lemons from a tree. I cut my palm because of thorns. This made me think of making something through which we can avoid the thorns while plucking the lemons. I created a prototype of Lemon Plucker. Madhinam Ujjeevan
- Our Story | From 1999 to Now | Agastya International Foundation
Agastya has been transforming learning since 1999. Know more about our story and the vision behind Agastya. Our Story 25 years of Aah! Aha! Ha-Ha! First teacher training program First Science fair organized Agastya formally registered 1999 Young Instructor program conceived Barren land acquired for Campus Creativity Lab 2000 Art workshops at Campus Creativity Lab First Mobile Science Lab 2002 2008 Clinton Global Initiative recognizes Agastya 2009 Center for Creative Teaching established 2003 - 2007 R Jhunjhunwala Foundation grant received in 2003 First Science Center launched in Koppal in 2005 President APJ Abdul Kalam visits Agastya Mobile Lab in Bangalore in 2006 Expansion in Karnataka begins with government support in 2007 2022 AGASTYA 2.0 launched with the aim of impacting 100 million children by 2032 GuruGruha Astronomy Center and VisionWorks inaugurated APJ Abdul Kalam visits Agastya Campus 2012 2010 Operation Vasantha launched 2013-14 Google Global Impact award Featured in Rockfeller Foundation Next Century Innovators Gallery Clinton Global Initiative felicitates Ramji Raghavan and Agastya Launch of Agastya Virtual School, Innovation-on-Bike and Dhwani 2022-23 Our story continues with you.. Volunteer with Us Donate Now Lab-on-a-Bike gets global recognition from WISE, Qatar Innovation for India Award by Marcio Innovation Foundation Maverick Teachers Global Summit 2016 CNN features Agastya mobile Science labs Deshpande Foundation's Sandbox Catalyst Award 2015 The Ramanujan Math Park, Bio-discovery Centre and Innovation Hub inaugurated on Campus AP Green Awards by the government of Andhra Pradesh 2017 wE-Learn and myagastya.education launched Development and launch of Acti-Learn 1.0 Agastya USA established 2019-21













