Alisha Malhotra, in conjunction with One Kind Act and YUVA Unstoppable, is delighted to be able to continue with her Bright Start Program with Improved Lavatories, Handwashing  Facilities, Smart Classrooms and Scholarships'Seven years ago, after suffering a stroke in my mid-twenties, I had to put my teaching career on hold. The work I use to do empowered children to stand on their own two feet. More recently, I returned to education. In partnership with One Kind Act and Yuva Unstoppable, I launched Bright Start - An Educational Scholarship Programme to help some of the brightest but most marginalised children in India. This programme of education, mentoring and support has helped children from 15 years old, through to university and then their first job. It has given them an opportunity they never dreamt possible, that is to pursue academic aspirations and break out of the poverty cycle they find themselves in. I have now enhanced this Programme to allow you to also consider other aspects of the learning experience for so many poor children of India.' Alisha MalhotraBRIGHT START In partnership with Yuva Unstoppable, One Kind Act see various aspects of helping children to gain a Bright Start in their personal journey in Education. SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAMME FOR 2 YEARSDONATION AMOUNT - £1,000The Problem? Only up to 50% of India’s children go to school, of which 71% come from impoverished backgrounds but who invariably have to drop out of school by the age of 15Why?For reasons totally out of their control - their family poverty, child exploitation, forced marriages, poor teaching, lack of school meals…this sad list is endless. The Impact? This drop-out pattern means these children never get out of their poverty cycle and cannot aspire to dreams they are capable of fulfilling. What?This Bright Start Scholarship Programme will provide access to further education to the smartest children in India's most economically challenged families; children who are carefully selected by YUVA Unstoppable via a rigorous selection process that takes into consideration their academic ability and their social economic background (family income less £3,000 per annum). The 2-year scholarship will support the meritorious but needy students who have got 90% or above at 10th Grade (age 14) to study further in 11th and 12th Grades (age 15-16) at a good govt or semi-govt school in the field of their choice eg Medicine, Engineering, Commerce or Arts. They will get all the support they need to meet their educational expenses and academic demands to ensure they score well at end of 12th Grade and to secure admission in a reputed College. These two years are deemed to be the most crucial to facilitate progression into college and therefore, is recognised as needing the greatest support. Additionally, the expense for coaching for the entrance examinations required for medical & engineering students are quite high and such students are unable to afford these expenses. Further monetary support is required to prevent drop-out of students from 10th to 11th Grade. Empowering students at this stage is seen to have a vast impact on the overall socio-economic development of each state and ultimately, the entire country. With a holistic and well-rounded model of providing scholarships, mentorship and personal/career development through regular feedback and school reporting during these two years, these students will be able to progress onto their chosen careers with greater certainty and ultimately, give back to their own communities as they establish their careers. How?With your support of £1,000, we will be able to provide a child of 15 years of age with 2 years of education, mentoring and support to ensure they achieve almost guaranteed entrance into college. Your donation will not be handed over to the beneficiary but will be handled by YUVA over the 2 years to pay for all educational expenses of admission to college, tuition fees, stationery, textbooks, college projects and field trips. And whilst your donation will be directly supporting the full educational needs of the child, our partnership will ensure that the families get any financial support they require to see through their child’s education. In addition to your donation, we offer you an opportunity to effectively adopt your child and get to know them personally through modern technology, mentor them to help them grow and inspire them to dream and realise their ambitions. You will be regularly appraised of their performance and achievements.Education is a human right and a public responsibility. Please help us to help to change the trajectory of the lives of talented children, to invest in a more sustainable future for them and to help them give back to their community in a way that simply was not possible before. SCHOOL TRANSFORMATION PROJECTOne Kind Act has partnered with Yuva Unstoppable for their core program of Renovation & Refurbishment of existing Government Schools in India. Sadly, of the 1.3 million government schools in India, 72% of these schools have some form of toilet facilities for girls but almost 85% of them are non-functional, lack privacy and security for girls. Likewise, government schools in around 60% of rural areas have not been connected digitally in India. This stark gap is becoming even more apparent post the pandemic.YUVA Unstoppable has a Vision to transform 10,000 schools in India through the intervention of new & improved sanitation facilities for all and through the medium of providing digital education for children. So far, Yuva Unstoppable has already transformed 3000 schools reaching over 6 million beneficiaries spread across 14 states of India via better toilets & sanitation facilities, improved drinking water areas, scholarships, smart classrooms, value-based trainings, behaviour change sessions etc. The aim is to overall enhance and improve the ambience of the school and make schools a better learning space. SMART CLASSROOMS IN 1 SCHOOLDONATION AMOUNT - £3,000Yuva identify government schools that want Smart Classroom facilities in all the major Indian states of Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Odisha, West Bengal, and Madya Pradesh. As part of this initiative, they carry out the following:Refurbish classrooms to facilitate a digital education setup. Develop various Bala tools in the classroom keeping in mind their audience of studentsProvide all necessary furniture eg desks, benches in the classroomRefurbishment takes place of 1 classroom for schools with less than 300 pupils, 2 classrooms for those with above 300. Upon completion of the project, the Donor is provided complete reporting and a utilization certificate for the donation made.Based on an LSE case study model, Yuva have measured an increase in academic performance, attendance, enrolment, and students’ engagement in classrooms by 15% and a 4-times improvement in Maths and Science. CLEAN SANITATION (NEW TOILETS & WASHING FACILITIES) IN 1 SCHOOLDONATION AMOUNT - £7,000Yuva identify government schools in all the major Indian states of Himachal Pradesh, Punjab, Haryana, Delhi, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Andhra Pradesh, Telangana, Karnataka, Odisha, West Bengal, and Madya Pradesh where the toilet, washing and drinking facilities are in deteriorating, often appalling, condition, such that it is a life-threat to their health and well-being. Girls do not feel safe in using such dreadful facilities, which means they often abstain from school, particularly during menstruation.  As part of this initiative, Yuva completely transform the drinking water and dish washing areas of a school and newly install a toilet block of 6WCs for girls and a toilet block of 12 urinals for boys for every 300 pupils. They also undertake all necessary painting/colour work associated with this project.  Maintenance visits and BCC sessions take place at regular intervals. Upon completion of the project, the Donor is provided complete reporting and a utilization certificate for the donation made.SMART CLASSROOMS & CLEAN SANITATION IN 1 SCHOOLDONATION AMOUNT - £10,000Yuva enter a needy government school and provide all of the above 2 categories as well as the following:  Provide all other infrastructure facilities like water purifiers, library books, playground items, dustbins, etc. as per requirements and the number of students.Facilitate Environment-Friendly Campus with Solar Panels to supplement eco-friendly electricity generation, rainwater harvesting to conserve rainwater and improve groundwater level, and beautification of campus via tree plantation.  The entire scope of all above project work (identification of school, requisite permissions, background testing, final design and layout, school administration support, supervision of work-in-progress, hand-over and impact assessment) is all done by Yuva Unstoppable. About YUVA Unstoppable Please note that YUVA Unstoppable is a non-profit in India which has benefited over 1800 schools and 800,000 underprivileged children across 41 cities of India. They work with 100 top corporate companies (HDFC Bank, 3M, IBM, Google, SGS, Korn Ferry, Vedanta, Disney, Hexaware, Nomura Bank, HT Parekh Foundation, CAF, UNICEF, UnitedWay and many others) to transform government schools (better toilets, improved drinking water, scholarships, digital literacy, value-based training, etc.). KPMG audits financials and Deloitte reviews processes.About One Kind ActOne Kind Act Changes Communities and lives of others globally who suffer as a result of Poverty of Health, Nutrition and Education and may have Fallen Through The Net of the larger charities. Learn More hereGrants Awarded to Yuva Unstoppable by One Kind Act   1. 13 FEB 2023: With the kind donation of Savan Patel and topped up by OKA re gift aid, a grant of £10,000 was made for the installation of new toilets, clean drinking water and Smart classrooms at a government school in India. 2. 27 FEB 2023: With the kind donation of Your One Wish supporters, a grant of £5,000 was made for Education Sponsorships for 5 children onto the Bright Start Programme. 3. 17 APR 2023: With the kind donation of someone who wishes to remain anonymous and other OKA supporters, a grant of £25,000 was made for Education Sponsorships for 25 children onto the Bright Start Programme. 4. 17 APR 2023: With fundraising efforts by our Sponsor Partner, Firdaus Nagree (FCI), a grant of £7,000 was made for installation of new toilets and clean drinking water at a government school in India.  5. 29 MAY 2023: With the kind donation of Rajesh Passi, Narinder Kohli & Avnish Goyal, a grant of £41,000 was made for Education Sponsorship for 1 child and installation of new toilets, clean drinking water and Smart classrooms at 4 government schools in India.   6. 11 JUL 2023: With fundraising efforts by our Sponsor Partner, Firdaus Nagree (FCI), a grant of £7,000 was made for installation of new toilets and clean drinking water at a government school in India.  7. 15 AUG 2023: With the kind donation of a Supporter, a grant of £1,000 was made for Sponsorship for 1 child onto Bright Start Programme.8. 19 SEP 2023: With fundraising efforts by our Sponsor Partner at their Prideview Cricket Day and from the AAA event, a grant of £20,000 was made for Education Sponsorship for 10 children and installation of new toilets, clean drinking water and Smart classrooms at a government school in India. 9. 04 OCT 2023: With fundraising efforts by our Sponsor Partner, Pyramid Pharmacy at our Garden Party and from the AAA event, a grant of £48,000 was made for Education Sponsorship for 15 children, installation of new toilets and clean drinking water at 1 school, of Smart classrooms at 2 schools, and of both new toilets, clean drinking water and Smart classrooms at 2 schools.  10. 05 NOV 2023: With the kind donation of various Supporters and from the AAA event, a grant of £124,000 was made for Education Sponsorship for 21 children, installation of Smart classroom at 1 school, and of new toilets, clean drinking water and Smart classrooms at 10 schools. 11. 07 DEC 2023: With fundraising efforts at the AAA event, a grant of £20,000 was made for installation of new toilets, clean drinking water and Smart classrooms at 2 government schools in India. 12. Jan 2024: With the kind donation of various Supporters and fundraising by FCI Sponsor Partner, a grant of £12,000 was made for 2 scholarships, one Smart classroom at a school, and installation of new toilets and washing facilities at another school in India. 13. March 2024: With the fundraising by Nitin Lakhani, a grant of £19,000 was made for 2 scholarships, two Smart classrooms at a school, and one full school transformation of another school in India. 14. May 2024: With fundraising efforts by our Sponsor Partner, FCI, a grant of £17,000 was made for installation of new toilets and washing facilities in 1 school and a full school transformation of another school in India. 15. August 2024: With generous donation by one of our Supporters, a grant of £30,000 was made for a full school transformation of two schools and 3 extra classrooms and through a birthday fundraiser and a very kind donation, a grant of £6,000 was made for 6 student scholarships. 16. October 2024: With fundraising efforts by our Sponsor Partner, Prideview, and kind donation by one of our Supporters, a grant of £11,000 was made for a full school transformation and one new student scholarship. 

One Kind Act are delighted to announce our 10th ANNIVERSARY SUMMER BALL:     One Kind Act are thrilled to announce our 10th Anniversary Ball on Saturday 7 June 2025, celebrating a Decade of Kindness, a Future of Promise. Join us in amongst the beautiful gardens and woodlands of Syon Park for a night when we will salute our achievements and seek support to continue our legacy for the work we have started. With it, we will embrace a future of promise. An outdoor drinks reception, exquisite dining, unlimited drinks, music and dancing, auctions and raffles will all feature in a night of glamour, inspiration and renewed hope.   Our past events have included many inspiring individuals from charities we have supported around the world, celebrities, world renowned authors and of course many of you generous donors.Join us as we come together again, this time to celebrate a decade of what has inspired and motivated us, and to raising further funds to make our world a better place.TICKET PURCHASE:Our Gala Ball is One Kind Act's biggest night out which has quickly earned the reputation of a "must attend" event, so please book quickly before we are sold out. Bring along your partners, family, friends, colleagues and business associates.You are invited to purchase tables of 12 or 10 for either Premium or Standard tickets. The Premium tables will be in a prime location, and will include chilled bottles of champagne.Premium Tables:  £2400 / £2000 for a table of 12/10 (equivalent to £200 per person). Please note only 15 Premium tables are availableStandard Tables: £1800 / £1500 for a table of 12/10 (equivalent to £150 per person).TABLE LOCATION WILL BE GIVEN ON A FIRST-COME-FIRST-SERVE BASIS. Please appreciate that as this is a Charity Ball, there will be no refunds once purchase has been made. OTHER DETAILS:DRESS CODE: Evening wear  / Lounge SuitsFOOD ALLERGIES: Any enquiries regarding ticket purchase or food allergies, please contact Shamit Malhotra on shamit@onekindact.org or Annu Shah on annu@onekindact.orgPLEASE NOTE: Please Be Prompt as all Starters will only be served during Reception Drinks from 6.00pm.Where photos and videos have been taken at our fundraising events, we will use these for marketing purposes on our website and on social media. Please contact us on info@onekindact.org if you do not want your photo/video used. About One Kind ActOne Kind Act Changes Communities and lives of others globally who suffer as a result of Poverty of Health, Nutrition and Education and may have Fallen Through The Net of the larger charities. Learn More here          

In Loving Memory of Urmilaben Narendra Thakkar …….Urmilaben Narendra Thakkar MBE was a dedicated wife, mother, and grandmother.  Beside her versatile and prolific love of dance and music as well as serving as a radio presenter on Sunrise Radio, she committed her life to the emancipation of women and serving the elderly. A pioneering trailblazer in leading her community towards international recognition, raising the profile of Asian women and improving the lives of the elderly with the formation of the first Asian Senior Ladies group where elders are encouraged to learn life skills, meet likeminded people and enjoy social events.Her lifelong dedication to her community led to her being recognised and awarded an MBE in 2011. A much loved, enigmatic and personable character who dedicated her life to the betterment of society.Urmilaben would take pride in supporting charitable causes that profoundly improve lives. Our wish is to continue her legacy through the exceptional work undertaken by a UK-registered charity, ONE KIND ACT who, amongst other work, help children from underprivileged/low income backgrounds in India.About One Kind ActOne Kind Act Changes Communities and lives of others globally who suffer as a result of Poverty of Health, Nutrition and Education and may have Fallen Through The Net of the larger charities. Learn More here

One Kind Act are proud to announce our Hunger Appeal 2025:     A new year and a new beginning for many but many will go into January facing food poverty again, after a festive season where many charities join forces to alleviate food insecurity for so many. At One Kind Act we run a hunger appeal all through the year. Your donations are used to help us support our amazing three UK Food Poverty charities - London's Community Kitchen, NishkamSwat and OFFL. Your donations will go to these causes as they continue to fight food insecurity through the months ahead. Their regular work needs our support so they can continue their projects to feed communities around the London area. Thank you for your support. About One Kind ActOne Kind Act Changes Communities and lives of others globally who suffer as a result of Poverty of Health, Nutrition and Education and may have Fallen Through The Net of the larger charities. Learn More here

One Kind Act are proud to announce the PreLoved Fashion Event:                                                                                                                                                              Slowing Down Fast Fashion: A Story of ChangeIn today’s world, fast fashion dominates. Cheap clothing is just a click away, fuelling a consumption rate that’s unprecedented. I'm Aarti, the founder of The Space Curator. I specialise in helping clients organise their homes, making what they own more visible to save both waste and money. Through assisting many clients in decluttering their wardrobes, I've noticed a striking trend: beautiful clothing, often in near-new condition, languishing unseen at the back of closets.This realisation sparked a vision. With preloved fashion platforms like Vinted gaining popularity, I saw the potential to bring this movement further into the public consciousness. I teamed up with Zamiha, CEO and founder of Recommend Asian, and together we conceptualised the Preloved Fashion Event. Our purpose was not just to promote sustainable fashion but also to support a worthy cause—London’s Community Kitchen.Upon meeting Taz Khan and his dedicated volunteer team, we immediately felt aligned with their mission. Their commitment to Zero Waste and Zero Hunger perfectly complements our goal of reducing fashion industry waste. Did you know that the fashion industry is responsible for 10% of global carbon emissions? Moreover, extending the life of clothing by just nine months can reduce environmental impact by 20-30%. Furthermore, 95% of disposed clothing could be recycled or upcycled, underscoring the importance of preloved fashion.Join us in supporting this cause. How it Works● Bring your preloved Women’s Eastern and Western donations  (excellent condition &  laundered) to The Recommended Asian Hub● Drop off dates !Between 4-22nd November Mon-Fri 9am-5pm ● Join us to pick up a bargain from as little as £5 on 24th November 11am-5pm (remember to bring a bag)Location detailsThe RA HubThe Northwood ClubChestnut AvenueHA6-1HRWith insightful talks from our guest stylist Mina Kumari, The Body Confidence Coach, and expert wardrobe organisation tips from me, Aarti, The Space Curator, we promise an inspiring day.Together, we can look great, feel confident, and champion a more sustainable future. Best of all, 100% of the event proceeds will support London’s Community Kitchen. Let’s embrace the change, one piece of clothing at a time.We Look forward to seeing you there.Aarti, Zamiha and TeamAbout One Kind ActOne Kind Act Changes Communities and lives of others globally who suffer as a result of Poverty of Health, Nutrition and Education and may have Fallen Through The Net of the larger charities. Learn More here

One Kind Act are proud to announce our Christmas Appeal 2024:As the festive season draws near, we are reminded of the message of goodwill to all at this joyous time. However, for many it will just be a daily reminder of the hunger they feel each day . Some will dread the season as the temperature drops and they feel the reality of being homeless in the cold days and wintery nights. For many parents, a sense of lack sets in as they struggle to give their children the simplest of gifts. By supporting charity London’s Community Kitchen, One Kind Act have continued year-in and year-out to provide for food bags and Christmas holiday hunger provision for families as well as presents for the most deprived children in our communities. Moreso, through charities NishkamSwat and OFFL, who both work with the homeless all through the year, we have provided for warm clothes and essential winter toiletries, both of which are much needed by the destitute out on the streets. One Kind Act once again wishes to support these three charities. We are hoping for your support. Every penny you donate here will be granted to them so that they can support the most vulnerable communities. Isn’t this the true meaning of Christmas and what we really want for Christmas ? PLEASE PLEDGE on this page. Every penny you donate really counts. About One Kind ActOne Kind Act Changes Communities and lives of others globally who suffer as a result of Poverty of Health, Nutrition and Education and may have Fallen Through The Net of the larger charities. Learn More here

One Kind Act are delighted to announce our forthcoming Fundraiser, Give A Child A Vision:DetailsABLE, one of our noble Causes, carries out many lifesaving treatments in India to those who cannot afford them.  Their most important role is helping those with sight problems. They regularly offer lifesaving cataract surgeries that change lives - One Kind Act has to date supported over 500 such cataract surgeries. A new initiative to improve sight provision in children is their new vision. Checking approximately half a million children in the surrounding areas of where ABLE operate, they suspect that 125,000 will need spectacles. At just £4 for a pair of spectacles, One Kind Act would like to help them reach more children and change their outcomes. The cost of £4 includes ABLE going into the schools, eye examination, procuring the prescribed spectacles and returning to the schools for the fitting. ABLE suspect that from the children that are screened, 10,000 will need major operations. These interventions at a young age are vital to a child’s health and their ongoing development and of course, to the impact on their educational journey.  Thank You for your kindness and support. About One Kind ActOne Kind Act Changes Communities and lives of others globally who suffer as a result of Poverty of Health, Nutrition and Education and may have Fallen Through The Net of the larger charities. Learn More here

One Kind Act are proud to announce Jai's Journey in Education:My Journey in Education: 'We Rise By Lifting Others'My name is Jai Dev. I am a 14-year-old student at Haberdashers Boys school in North London. I recently spent an impactful summer volunteering at Rameshwar Vidya Mandir School in Santa Cruz, Mumbai. I had the privilege of teaching Year 6 students at a school in one of the biggest slum areas of Mumbai. Braving the monsoon rains with a 40-minute commute each day, I visited the school as a seasonal teacher for kids aged 11-12yrs .The opportunity was a humbling and transformative experience, a view into a world of those less fortunate than I. Affectionately known as 'Jai Sir' to a student community of 65, I was able to provide academic progress, deepen their sense of confidence and infuse a love of learning in their everyday lives. Working side by side with the children, we were able to flex our curiosity while being playful and explorative in the worlds of Math, English and Science. I realised that although I have an abundance of learning opportunities in my privileged life, there are other more enriching ways to learn that extend beyond the four walls of a classroom. I learned so much about myself and others by giving back to a large disadvantaged school community by immersing myself in a radically different environment and by forming trusted relationships with children who I might not have otherwise met. The greatest lesson of all for me was that we rise by lifting others. I am launching a fundraiser to help improve much needed sanitation in the school, to increase the number of digital classrooms and to provide scholarships for the 97 children who cannot afford the annual school tuition of £20. These are fundamentals, things we take for granted in our everyday lives but for the children at Rameshwar Vidya Mandir School, they are a luxury. I humbly request your support. School community, family, friends please help me raise these necessary funds so I can continue to support this incredible school from afar. Well, until I visit again as 'Jai Sir' next summer.  Thank you for taking the time to read about my story. Please take a moment to watch the video which shares my incredible journey with the children. They are not just my students but my dear friends too - a new and beautiful extension of my growing global community.This incredible opportunity was made possible through One Kind Act and their supporting local NGO, YUVA Unstoppable.Hear all about Jai's Journey when you click on his video link -  https://youtu.be/MRsa7UgQDmYAbout One Kind ActOne Kind Act Changes Communities and lives of others globally who suffer as a result of Poverty of Health, Nutrition and Education and may have Fallen Through The Net of the larger charities. Learn More here

One Kind Act is delighted to announce our Summer Garden Party 2024:Event DetailsAs always there will be unlimited drinks, a 3-course meal, games, raffles, music and dancing in the sunlit lawns of Mona and Raj Bhogal's country mansion.Entirely sponsored by the Pyramid Group of Pharmacies, every pound raised will serve to pull lives out of despair.  This event is consistently sold out, so it is recommended to get your tickets soon.DATE: Saturday 10 August 2024TIME: Arrival between 2-4pmTICKET PRICE: £75DRESS CODE: Summer BrightsOver 16s onlyIf you cannot attend but would like to donate, please PLEDGE ONLY on this page. Please Note:Photography - Where photos and videos have been taken at this event, we may use these for marketing purposes on our website and on social media. Please contact us on info@onekindact.org if you do not want your photo/video used.  Food allergy - Food prepared/served at this event may contain the following ingredients: milk, eggs, wheat, peanuts, tree nuts. If you have a food allergy, please notify the server at the event.About One Kind ActOne Kind Act Changes Communities and lives of others globally who suffer as a result of Poverty of Health, Nutrition and Education and may have Fallen Through The Net of the larger charities. Learn More here