Honoring the Gift of Learning: Support Youth in Rural India
As a member of the Board of Directors for Visions Global Empowerment, Ahalya Kethees believes deeply in the transformative power of learning, especially for youth facing barriers of poverty, conflict, disability, or gender bias.
After more than a decade as a supporter, Ahalya invites contributions to deepen Visions’ work in Tamil Nadu, India, helping young people learn, lead, and create opportunities for their future.
* Visions Learning & Empowerment Centers – support for 5 after-school centers for 1 year: $5,750
* Visions University Scholars Initiative – sponsorship of 15 university scholars for 1 year: $5,400
Total goal: $11,150 to support ongoing work in India, where Visions has served youth since 2008 through local partnerships rooted in education, leadership, and community growth.
VISIONS LEARNING & EMPOWERMENT CENTRES
GOAL: $5,750 (sponsors 5 centers for 1 year)
Goal: $5,750 (sponsors 5 centers for 1 year)
The Visions Learning & Empowerment Program supports children and youth ages 6–18 through after-school learning, mentorship, and leadership development. Most live in rural areas with limited access to meaningful learning experiences.
Each center offers:
Academic tutoring and homework support
Mentorship
Leadership and service projects
English-language development
Technology access
Literacy support
Personal wellbeing guidance
Community events
Visions India operates 20 centers serving nearly 700 youth across Tiruchirappalli, Thiruvannamalai, and Kalakuruchi districts. These centers help students stay engaged in learning, service, and their own growth. Each costs $1,150 per year to operate. With your support, we aim to sponsor five centers this year.
VISIONS UNIVERSITY SCHOLARS INITIATIVE
GOAL: $5,400 (sponsors 15 scholars for 1 year)
Goal: $5,400 (sponsors 15 scholars for 1 year)
For nine years, Visions India’s University Scholars Program has supported determined young adults, many the first in their families to attend college, in pursuing degrees and meaningful careers.
Students from rural backgrounds often face economic and social barriers to higher education. Through mentorship, financial assistance, and leadership development, this initiative helps them continue their studies and create opportunity for themselves and their communities.
Since its inception, 143 scholars have participated, with 81 graduates now in the workforce.
There are 15 university scholars still awaiting sponsors. Your support covers tuition, living expenses, mentorship, and leadership training for a year. Just $360 sponsors a student and can change a life. Meet the students still in need of support HERE.
