ABOUT MANKAR TRUST

A Journey of Seva Since 1996

Under the guidance of Honourable Shri Nitin ji Gadkari, Kai. Laxmanrao Mankar Smruti Sanstha has been working tirelessly for the past 29 years to support neglected tribal communities from rural Maharashtra in receiving equal opportunities and are integrated into mainstream society.

Rooted in Honourable Shri Nitin ji Gadkari’s vision for societal upliftment, Kai. Laxmanrao Mankar Smruti Sanstha, since its inception in 1996, has implemented numerous initiatives without any assistance from the Central or State Government and without seeking publicity. These initiatives include educational support, medical aid, nutrition programs, and public awareness campaigns targeting economically deprived, Dalit and marginalized students.

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Vision

To create a future where tribal and rural youth emerge as torchbearers of culture, ambassadors of knowledge, and champions of national pride
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Mission

Ensuring that every tribal family in rural Maharashtra has access to: Quality education, Holistic development and skill-based learning, Health and wellness

Key Achievements Till Date

Education

Till date, with 1,185 teachers and 148 volunteers, Mankar Trust has imparted fundamental education to 33,180 students across 1,185 schools School dropout rate over 30 years reduced from 95% to 0% Launch of the first-ever EKAL Hub (two-screen mini theatre for commercial and educational screenings) launched in Nagpur in partnership with Cine Chourangi

Community Betterment

Launched cleanliness drives, tree plantation and water conservation programs, women’s self-help groups, and farmers’ savings groups

Financial Betterment

Launch of Seva Niti Prepaid Card with discounts/cashback benefits for tribal beneficiaries Life insurance policy launched for 1 lakh tribal women



Organizational Growth & Visbility

MoU signed with Tribal Development Department (Government of Maharashtra) to manage 490 hostels for tribal communities Registration on the BSE Social Stock Exchange (SSE), demonstrating transparent fundraising