Direct Action: Scholar Dignity
Preventive Health Module
Step Towards Education: School Shoe Drive
Impact Mission
Protecting Tribal scholars from Rocky Terrains
Target Scope
400 Students at Tisgaon Vidyalay
Rough Terrains &
Educational Accessibility
Physical Challenge
5-7 KM
Daily walk for tribal students on rocky paths and dusty roads.
Psychological ROI
100%
Increase in self-confidence by removing the visual signifier of poverty.
01/HEALTH
Prevention
Eliminating foot injuries, infections, and parasites common in unpaved rural areas.
02/CONSISTENCY
Attendance
Ensuring students can walk to school without pain or discomfort even in peak monsoon.
03/DIGNITY
Identity
Completing the school identity, making students feel equal to their urban peers.
Beneficiary & Tribal Profile
Direct Impact Groups
400
Tribal & Underprivileged Scholars
₹600
Cost per set (Shoes + 2 Socks)
Socio-Health Commitment
Satyashodhak.org views a pair of shoes as a fundamental tool for education. For a tribal child in Tisgaon, shoes are a shield against pain and a badge of parity. By eliminating visual class differences, we ensure that the only competition in the classroom is an intellectual one.
Global Alignment & CSR Mandate
Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
CSR Schedule VII Compliance
Item (ii) Promoting education; Item (i) Promoting preventive health care.
Health & Education Block
Statutory Certifications
80G Registered
CSR-1 Registered
Field Audit & Survey Evidence
Site Audit Documentary: Physical size audit and quality check of footwear samples at Tisgaon Vidyalay.
Governance & Fiscal Budgeting
Direct Support₹2,40,000
400 sets (Shoes + Socks) @ ₹600 Avg
Project Goal₹2,40,000
Comprehensive Scholar Coverage
Dr. Vishwajeet V. Gaike
Secretary
Implementation Team
Sunita JadhavTribal Outreach
Amol DeshmukhProcurement
Rahul PatilAudit MIS
Gap Phase
15%
Early Funding Open
The Invitation
"Shoes are a toolkit for education. Help 400 scholars walk with dignity at Tisgaon Vidyalay."
Prevention & Dignity Ecosystem
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Frequently Asked Questions
1. How does the Shoe Donation project align with CSR Schedule VII?
The project aligns with Item (ii): Promoting education and Item (i): Promoting health care including preventive health care by preventing foot diseases and injuries common in barefoot scholars.
2. What is the cost breakdown per student kit?
The average cost of ₹600 covers one pair of high-durability, anti-skid school shoes and two pairs of hygienic cotton socks.
3. Why are shoes critical for tribal students?
Most tribal scholars walk 5-7 KM on sharp, unpaved rocky terrain. Shoes provide the physical protection and the psychological dignity required to stay in school.
4. Are donations eligible for 80G tax benefits?
Yes, Satyashodhak is a registered NGO with 80G and 12A; official tax-deductible receipts are provided for all contributions.
5. What brand/quality of shoes do you provide?
We strictly provide industrial-grade, reinforced school shoes from trusted brands like Lakhani or Gola to ensure they withstand rural terrain for a full year.
6. How do you handle the sizing for 400 different students?
Our field staff conducts a physical measurement audit for every beneficiary at the school before procurement to ensure perfect fits.
7. What happens if a student loses their shoes?
We involve the School Management Committee and parents in the distribution to ensure accountability and long-term care of the assets.
8. Can a CSR partner participate in the distribution ceremony?
Absolutely. We organize formal 'Dignity Days' where partners can interact with the scholars and personally hand over the kits.
9. How do you track the impact on school attendance?
We monitor attendance data pre-and-post distribution via the school MIS to correlate footwear availability with consistent school presence.
10. How is the procurement managed transparently?
We follow a triple-quote procurement process and maintain a full audit trail of sizing lists, vendor invoices, and distribution acknowledgement signatures.