Our story began in 2004 as a group of college students with a pipe dream. It continues today as a team of on-site professionals and supporters coming together from around the world to provide vital services to vulnerable children and marginalized communities in India.
Read more about the evolution of our organization and team.
The Ashraya Initiative for Children is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives and shaping the futures of vulnerable children in Pune, India by advancing educational opportunities, nurturing holistic development and building healthy, empowered communities.
Towards this goal, AIC runs four interwoven programs designed to benefit vulnerable children and communities in Pune.