Education Centers for Youth
Mumbai, New Delhi, and Kolkata are estimated to have more than 1 million street children combined, most of which with little to no formal education. Founded in 1969 and registered in 1972, Calcutta Social Project (CSP) began by distributing powdered milk to children in South Calcutta’s slums. Initially focused on nutrition and healthcare, CSP evolved to address broader anti-poverty measures, including education and income generation.
Impacts of Covid-19
In the 2020s, CSP adapted to new challenges such as rising inequality and COVID-19 by implementing food distribution, medical aid, and online education. Committed to transforming lives, CSP empowers youth through vocational training and extracurricular activities, fostering confidence and entrepreneurship. With over 50 years of service, CSP continues to break the cycle of poverty, creating a brighter future for marginalized communities.
Women of Kolkata
At CSP, underprivileged women in Kolkata are able to engage crucial skills to support themselves and their families. Programs like the woman’s craft center allow women to gain valuable vocational training and reliable income.
Focus on the Future
The leadership at CSP is committed to a journey of progress and empowerment to create meaningful change in the lives of those who are denied a future due to circumstances of birth.
Through their many programs, CSP is creating lasting impact for the social stratification of women and children in Kolkata.
Projects to Support at Calcutta Social Project
Education
We believe education is the first step for investing in the future of our world. The CSP Garden for Children school provides primary education to underprivileged children.
$6,250 funds needed for 2024
Shelters
Children in extreme poor living conditions lack the basic services like sanitation, safe drinking water, and education. CSP provides both overnight shelter home and day care facilities for young children born into these living conditions.
$ ___ funds needed for 2024
Skill Development
CSP works hard to create opportunities for underprivileged women to become economically independent and provide for themselves and families.
$5,000 funds needed for 2024
Community Engagement
The Livelihood Restoration Program provides small, no-interest loans to qualified individuals to start or restart their craft after loss of business during the pandemic. These loans once paid back are reinvested into the program. CSP offers survival aid packages to the older, helpless members of the community in their community outreach.
$ ___ funds needed for 2024
Computer Training, Communicative English, and Career Guidance
While poor quality of formal education is a barrier these youth often face, proven competence in computer education offers one of the best ways to provide decent self-sustaining employment. This program also offers professional guidance and communication tools.
$6,250 funds needed for 2024
Sports and Talent
An emphasis on sports is to extend outreach to children from ultra poor backgrounds, teaching self confidence and discourage their general fear of academics. This program enormously helps with these children’s educational mainstreaming.
$ ___ funds needed for 2024
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