Started in 2014 | Ongoing
Adoption of Harij Village, Patan
In 2016, the Trust adopted Harij Village in Patan, Gujarat, where nearly 300–400 underprivileged and tribal children lacked access to proper books, stationery, and guidance. Since then, Shivam Charitable Trust has become a backbone of education for the village, ensuring that every student receives notebooks, school bags, uniforms, and compass boxes every year.
This adoption is not symbolic—it is an everyday commitment to stand beside these children until they are strong enough to stand on their own.
Books that Build Futures
Empowering Girls, Changing Generations
Not Just Books – Complete Support
Education is not just about notebooks. Children need bags, pens, compass sets, and uniforms to truly participate in school. Over the years:
- 15,000+ school bags distributed.
- 10,000+ compass boxes and uniforms donated.
- Regular distribution drives every academic year, ensuring no child begins school empty-handed.
Impact in Numbers (2014–2025)
- 50,000+ books and notebooks donated.
- 300–400 children from Harij Village adopted.
- 15,000+ school bags distributed.
- 10,000+ compass boxes and uniforms provided.
- 20+ schools supported across Gujarat.
- 5,000+ girls encouraged to stay in school.
Real Stories, Real Change
One student, Meena (name changed), shared with us:
“Main pehli baar school bag leke gayi thi, toh pura class dekh raha tha. Mujhe laga ki ab main bhi kisi se kam nahi.” (“The first time I went to school with a bag, the whole class looked at me. I felt like I was no less than anyone else.”)
These small victories are the foundation of big changes.
Future Goals (2025–2030)
- Expand adoption from 1 village to 10 villages in Gujarat.
- Provide 1,00,000+ books in the next 5 years.
- Build digital classrooms in rural schools with tablets and e-learning resources.
- Launch mentorship programs connecting urban volunteers with rural students.