Door Step School in India
Door Step School in India was founded by social entrepreneur Bina Lahkari with the goal of providing access to education for children in slums. The organization focuses on improving literacy and numeracy skills in children at the age of 3-14. Using innovative methods, Door Step School can offer education to 100,000 children each year in Pune and Mumbai, Thanks to the Carnegie Social Initiative, the first computer center opened in a slum in Mumbai in 2003.
The support from Carnegie funds preschool classes for 3-5-year olds in the Colaba slum in Mumbai. Preschool education provides children with a better starting point for coping with school and reduces the risk of dropping out at an early age.
Each year, 300 children participate in preschool education.
Each year, 1,100 children receive basic IT skills at computer centers established by Carnegie.
Uganda Rural Development and Training Center (URDT)
The Uganda Rural Development and Training Program (URDT) is a primary and secondary school located in the villages of western Uganda. URDT was founded by social entrepreneur Mwalimu Musheshe with the aim of educating young girls from poor families to become role models, helping their families rise out of poverty.
The school combines academic studies with practical training in agriculture. Both the student and her family receive education and training on improving their farming practices and living standards. Together, they create a five-year vision for their future and agree on a plan to achieve it. Common goals include sending all children to school, building permanent brick houses, or improving health and hygiene conditions.
Each year, 260 girls receive education.
58% of URDT students achieved the highest grades in their secondary school exams, compared to 36% nationwide. All graduates continue with further studies.
After seven years at the school, on average 60% of the girls’ families have built permanent brick houses to live in.
100% of contributions go to vulnerable children and youth
Carnegie covers all administrative costs and ensures that employee contributions go 100% to the vulnerable children and youth in India and Uganda. All projects are thoroughly screened by independent advisors who conduct regular follow-ups to ensure that Carnegie’s donations are used in the best possible way.