Transforming lives through scalable sustainable equitable solutions
ATECF is one of India’s largest non-CSR philanthropies set up purely to manage the giving of Archana & Amit Chandra and the A.T.E. Group
WHY WE DO ITWe are driven by a sense of duty and purpose to our nation.
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“Kirat Karo (earn an honest living), Vand Chakko (share with others).”
Guru Nanak -
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“I believe strongly in ‘giving while living.’ I see little reason to delay giving when so much good can be achieved through supporting worthwhile causes today.”
Chuck Feeney -
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“In a free enterprise, the community is not just another stakeholder in business but is in fact the very purpose of its existence.”
Jamsetji Tata
* Please note that we are not a fundraising foundation or a trust.
Our Approach
We want to transform lives at scale through systemic change and collaboration, so that the most marginalized can thrive. Our work is guided by the 5C framework, enumerated below:
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Dignity and empathy will always be at the heart of our actions
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We will stay true to our mission, building depth, and focussing where it matters most
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We will invest in people, systems, and technology to solve problems at scale
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We will partner widely to drive systemic change
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We will back aspirational ideas and leaders/organizations that have the ability to transform the future for millions.”
Our Work & Impact
Transforming rural India by addressing water scarcity and promoting sustainable agriculture to uplift communities.
• Water Security
• Agriculture
Presence in
states
Contributing to build an effective and efficient social sector by demonstrating and advocating the value of investments in non-program areas.
• Learning & Development
• Ecosystem Building
Trained
leaders
Urban Systems Change
Helping build sustainable, inclusive and livable cities through
• Civic Engagement
• Urban Governance
• Urban Planning & Design
• Adequate Housing
Strengthened governance capacity in
cities across 3 states
RESOURCES