Akshaya Patra(TAPF): NGO in India, Feeds Mid-Day Meals to Children

The World's Largest NGO-Run
Mid-Day Meal Programme Serving Wholesome School Lunch to Over 1.8 Million Children in 19,039 Schools Across 12 States & 2 Union Territories in India.

Success Story

Brace Yourselves! You will soon see the best Teacher!

Shravani wants to grow up to become a teacher in order to help children see a support system in her for any issue that they come across in life.

30 Mar

Narayan Murthy family contributes ₹10-crore towards Akshaya Patra’s COVID-19 Food Relief Service

Sudha Murty and Shri Narayana Murthy and their family have come forward and committed ₹10 Crores f
20 Feb

Bhumi Pujan of 1st MP Kitchen in Presence of Hon. CM, Kamal Nath

Honourable Chief Minister of Madhya Pradesh, Shri Kamal Nath graced the occasion of Bhumi Pujan

Annual Report 2018-19

Abridged Annual Report 2018-19

Akshaya Patra's financial/Annual reports are to the strictest measures of transparency and accountability to preserve the trust and faith of the public in the NGO.

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Charity fundraising is an effective way to help contribute towards a programme like the Akshaya Patra’s mid-day meals.

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Akshaya Patra Commences COVID-19 relief services!

The Akshaya Patra Foundation has begun its COVID-19 relief services. Support generously. It’s for the well-being of the people of our own country.

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How is your
money spent ?

On an average, 92% of the total funds is used towards meeting the programme cost and 8% towards the programme management cost. The organisation upholds maximum transparency in funds utilisation.

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CSR
Opportunities

Explore CSR opportunities that will help bring unlimited food for education across India. Partner with us and make a lasting difference in lives of millions of children.

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MEALS SERVED SO FAR

3.3 Billions and

counting

GOODWILL AMBASSADORS

S.S. Rajamouli

Mr. S.S. Rajamouli is a famous Indian director and screenwriter. During his visit to our Narsingi kitchen, he was highly impressed and appreciated the entire kitchen process. Most recently, he made a significant contribution to our #iShareMyLunch campaign.
Chef Ramasamy Selvaraju

Chef Selvaraju has been supporting Akshaya Patra since the inception of ‘Giving Every Dream a Chance’ - a mentorship initiative for beneficiary children. He says, “Akshaya Patra gives me an opportunity to support children in the pursuit of their dreams."
Shraddha Kapoor

Ms. Shraddha Kapoor, a talented Indian actress has graciously supported Akshaya Patra on a famous television show ‘Dus Ka Dum’. In her appearance on the show, she pledged her winnings to our Foundation.
A.R. Rahman

Mr. A. R. Rahman graciously offered his composition 'Naan Yen Piranthen' as the background score for an inspirational short film made by Akshaya Patra titled 'The Possibilities'.
Divya Sathyaraj

Ms. Divya Sathyaraj, a popular nutritionist and daughter of ace actor Mr. Sathyaraj is advising us on how we can improve the nutritive value of our meals.
Vivek Oberoi

The Foundation hosted Mr.Vivek Oberoi at one of its kitchens. He was very impressed and appreciated the working methodology adopted by the Foundation while coordinating with the Government, bringing together resources, raising funds and executing its school lunch programme.
Ram Sampath

Mr. Ram Sampath is a famous Indian composer, music producer and musician. He enthralled the audience at Akshaya Patra’s musical fiesta called the ‘Chords of Giving’.
Sanjeev Kapoor

Mr. Sanjeev Kapoor partners with Akshaya Patra regularly to help spread the vision and mission of the Foundation.
Sona Mohapatra

Mrs. Sona Mohapatra is a celebrated singer and performer who has performed at Akshaya Patra’s ‘Chords of Giving’ concert held on 13 January 2017.
T. V. Mohandas Pai

Mr. Mohandas Pai has been serving as a trustee of The Akshaya Patra Foundation since its early days. He is also a donor apart from being a strategic visionary of the Foundation.
Shankar Mahadevan

Akshaya Patra is immensely proud to be associated with Mr. Shankar Mahadevan, India’s iconic singer and composer who achieved worldwide fame with his album 'Breathless'. He has composed and sung a number specially dedicated to Akshaya Patra.

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Testimonial

“We in RMS India are delighted to partner with The Akshaya Patra Foundation to provide free mid-day meals to all school-going children. We understand that there is a pattern – the wholesome food act as incentive for parents to send children to school; and once the children are at school, they receive both nutrition and education. Additiona

Sophia

CSR Lead, RMS India

"Hunger is not a natural disaster but man-made one to a large extent. Hence, I feel, it is our duty to make India hunger-free. It was pleasant to know about the implementation of the Mid-Day Meal Programme by The Akshaya Patra Foundation. The modus operandi and functioning of this programme deeply touched my heart as I, at Galway Foundation,

Mr.Urmelesh Swami

Head - Galway Foundation

“While we at NCML had heard about Akshaya Patra via various films, news articles, and images about the fabulous work it does tirelessly every day, visiting the schools and kitchens was really an eye-opener and a highly recommended experience for everyone. The impact of a well-balanced nutritious meal goes a long way, and kudos to the team at

Bhuvan Atluri

CEO, NCML MktYard Private Limited

The Akshaya Patra Foundation’s implementation of the Mid-Day Meal Programme is a great initiative to address two Sustainable Development Goals – Zero Hunger and Quality Education with nutritious and quality food. The level of commitment that Akshaya Patra has showcased under this initiative has not only made an outstanding impact on the be

Ms. Priyadarshini Nigam

Head,CSR Newgen Software Technologies Ltd

We thank The Akshaya Patra Foundation for creating this wonderful platform that we could trust, to provide scholarships to the bright young children. We are very impressed with the process, transparency and clarity the Foundation has exhibited.

Ranjan Sen

Managing Director