On 23 December 2013, Lok Biradari Prakalpa at Hemalkasa celebrated their golden anniversary. Ravi and Chanda Athale, represented REACH IN US at the event and were recognized.
our mission
REACH IN US will provide financial resources, relevant expertise and volunteer services to organizations in US and India that are working to enhance health, education and welfare of the neediest segments of the society.
REACH IN US (EIN 82-3756922) is certified by the IRS as a 501.c.3 tax exempt organization. Our overhead expenses are <2% of our revenue and are covered by its board of directors. 100% of the donated funds are used in carrying out our mission.
how we accomplish our mission
Financial Assistance to Organizations
We provide direct financial assistance to our partner organizations in India and US who are serving the education and healthcare needs of underprivileged communities in both countries.
Financial Assistance to Individuals
Volunteer
We volunteer at our partner organizations in the US in helping them provide services to individuals and families with limited means.
Video testimonials from our partners in India
tedwina kallon: a success story
On 15th of May 2022, Tedwina Kallon graduated from Northern Virginia Community College (NOVA) with an Associate Degree in Nursing and is certified as a Registered Nurse. It was a culmination of two years of hard work and steadfast determination on her part. Three young children at home and a raging pandemic were just some of the challenges she had to overcome with a steady support from her husband, Michael. Michael himself is a student at NOVA and is hoping to graduate in December 2022.
REACH IN US provided financial support to Tedwina paying full tuition and covering books and other ancillary expenses. Tedwina has already shown her commitment to support the needy by donating $100 to REACH IN US for COVID relief in India during the dark days of Spring 2021. We wish Tedwina, Michael and their three children all the best for a bright future.
REACH IN US establishes scholarships at NOVA Community College
“Community colleges are one of America’s great social inventions – a gateway to the future for first time students looking for an affordable college education and for mid-career students looking to get ahead in the workplace.” Former Senator Barbara Mikulski
“Because of the flexibility that community colleges afford, many students do not have to choose between an education and fulfilling other responsibilities – they can do both.”, First Lady Dr. Jill Biden, Professor of English, NOVA.
Recognizing the role Community Colleges can play in advancing the core mission of REACH IN US, we have been funding $1,000 scholarships at NOVA Foundation for the past two years. In 2021, two supporters of RIU were inspired by Tedwina’s story and provided resources to award two REACH IN US Nursing Fellowships at NOVA Community College. These fellowships will cover the entire cost of two years of Nursing education at NOVA Community College for selected students. Click the link below:
REACH IN US has also been awarding single semester scholarships ($1,000) on a competitive basis for the past two years. Details about these can be found at the following link.