Est. 2013

Empowered People.
Resilient Communities.
Sustainable Futures.

MITRA Foundation works with vulnerable and underserved communities to create sustainable livelihoods, strengthen women's economic empowerment, develop skills, improve access to finance and build resilient communities.

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Our Impact

From Community Action to Measurable Impact

Our impact is reflected not only in activities completed, but in stronger livelihoods, improved access to finance, empowered women, enhanced skills and more resilient communities.

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Who We Are

Building Opportunities.
Strengthening Communities.

MITRA Foundation – Mission of Integrated Training on Rural and Agriculture Development – is a grassroots development organization established in 2013 in Barshi, Maharashtra.

Since its establishment, MITRA has worked closely with rural communities, particularly women, small and marginal farmers, youth and underserved families.

Our work focuses on strengthening livelihoods, improving access to finance, developing skills, promoting education, supporting women and community institutions, and encouraging sustainable approaches to development.

"We believe that lasting change happens when communities have the knowledge, skills, resources, institutions and opportunities to shape their own future."

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What We Do

Our Programs & Focus Areas

MITRA's programs address interconnected economic, social, educational and environmental challenges through a community-centered approach.

Livelihoods & Economic Empowerment

Create. Earn. Grow.

Supporting sustainable livelihoods, entrepreneurship, agriculture, allied activities, financial inclusion and rural enterprise development.

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Women & Community Empowerment

Women at the Centre of Change

Strengthening women's leadership, economic participation, financial capabilities and community institutions.

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Education, Skills & Youth Development

Skills Today. Opportunities Tomorrow.

Connecting children, youth and adults with education, digital literacy, skills and livelihood opportunities.

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Health, Well-being & Social Development

Healthy People. Stronger Communities.

Promoting awareness, inclusion, dignity, social well-being and community participation.

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Climate, Sustainability & Resilient Communities

Protect. Conserve. Adapt.

Supporting water conservation, plantation, environmental awareness and climate-resilient community development.

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Core Functions

Turning Community Needs into Practical Solutions

Six core functions that define how MITRA works — from mobilising communities to building lasting, self-sufficient institutions.

Community mobilization

Understanding needs and bringing communities together.

Capacity Building

Developing knowledge, skills and leadership.

Financial Inclusion

Connecting communities with formal financial services.

Livelihood Development

Supporting income-generating activities and enterprise.

Education & Skills

Improving knowledge, employability and opportunities.

Sustainability

Promoting environmental awareness and resilience.

Milestones

Our Journey

Over a decade of sustained community engagement — growing deeper, wider, and stronger each year.

2013
MITRA Foundation Established

Founded in Barshi, Maharashtra, with a commitment to grassroots rural and community development. Section 8 company registered under the Companies Act, 2013.

2014–15
Community Mobilisation & Institution Building

Work with women and communities through SHGs and other community-based institutions.

2015–16
Financial Inclusion Initiatives

Training, bank linkage and facilitation of access to institutional credit.

2017–18
Livelihood & Enterprise Development

Agriculture, livestock, micro-enterprises and other income-generating activities.

2018–20
Strengthening Women's Economic Participation

Leadership, financial literacy, enterprise development and women farmers' initiatives.

2021–23
Education, Skills & Youth Programmes

Career guidance, computer literacy, adult literacy and skills-related initiatives.

2023–25
Climate & Sustainability Programmes

Water conservation, plantation and environmental awareness.

2026
Stronger Partnerships & Scale

Working towards stronger collaboration with CSR, financial, government, development and knowledge institutions.

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Stories of Change

Real People. Real Journeys. Real Change.

Every number in our impact data is a human story. Here are two of them.

Mangal Khadke
Mangal Khadke
Strengthening a Grocery Enterprise

Challenge: Needed capital to expand her small grocery shop but had no access to formal credit.

MITRA Support: Joined a local Joint Liability Group (JLG) and received financial training.

Finance: Secured a loan to increase inventory and diversify product variety.

Outcome: Shop stock increased, customer footfall grew, and household income improved significantly.

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Sonali Vhankalas
Sonali Vhankalas
Growing a Shoe & Stationery Enterprise

Challenge: Lacked investment capital to diversify her small shoe enterprise.

MITRA Support: Received business guidance and enterprise development support.

Investment: Used financial aid to add a stationery section alongside her shoe shop.

Outcome: Dual income streams established — achieving economic independence and self-reliance.

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Our Network

Working Together for Greater Impact

We collaborate with partners across government, finance, academia, and civil society to maximise reach and deepen impact.

Government Partners

State Departments · District Administrations · Gram Panchayats · NABARD · NHM

CSR & Funders

Corporate Foundations · Philanthropies · International Development Agencies · HNIs

Academic & Research

Universities · Agricultural Colleges · Research Institutions · Subject Matter Experts

Community Institutions

SHG Federations · FPOs · Village Development Committees · Community Collectives

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Verified Partners

Our Trusted Collaborators

We work closely with credible institutions to deliver measurable and sustainable impact.

FUNDER
NABARD

National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development

FUNDER
VKGB

Vidharbha Konkan Gramin Bank

GOVERNMENT / INSTITUTIONAL
Government of Maharashtra

State Departments & Local Administrations

PARTNER
CEE

Center for Environmental Education

PARTNER
Nirdhar NGO

Grassroots implementation partner

RESOURCE PERSON
Krishi Vigyan Kendra

Subject matter experts in agriculture (Mohol)

Corporate Social Responsibility

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