Our Vision & Mission
Nourish Mind and Body
With a firm belief that a healthy mind and body is imperative for a joyful life, lived to its full potential, Shivarpanam is focused on creating access to nutritious food and quality education for young children. With creative synapses firing off when waking and fantastical worlds created when dreaming, it behooves us to support these young minds that will shape our tomorrow and our future. From leaders to entrepreneurs to educators, whatever expression these children choose to embark on, the journey starts with mental, physical and emotional wellbeing.
NELE foundation is one such dedicated organization that Shivarpanam supports. Taking in impoverished children – be it single parents, orphaned kids or children from below economic thresholds of living conditions, NELE has created over 11 centers across Karnataka India, for both boys and girls, each center with focus on progressing age groups. Delivering not just quality education and healthy, nutritious meals, NELE also engages the children in non-denominational spirituality, community participation, camaraderie, social and environmental responsibility and a proud sense of self. Working with NELE, Shivarpanam is committed to providing monthly schools supplies, periodic fresh and wholesome produce and groceries, clothes and fund their creative excursions.
Empowered Education
Engrossed in our busy daily lives, it often goes unnoticed the value of our faculties, that we may take for granted, but that some among us are not so fortunate. At Shivarpanam, we believe that every child deserves the chance to thrive, regardless of their mental or developmental challenges. Our mission is to provide exceptional support, resources, and opportunities to children who face mental health and developmental difficulties, ensuring they have the tools to reach their fullest potential. Shivarpanam has pledged support to one such organization that has taken on this worldview to their hearts and minds – Swasthi. Swasthi is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to enhancing the lives of children with mental health and developmental challenges. Founded by a team of passionate professionals and caregivers, who understand the unique struggles these children face and are driven to make a difference through comprehensive and compassionate support, not just to the children but also lending a supporting hand for the families of these children. Shivarpanam assists Swasthi in its goals of providing personalized care and support, family support and education, recreational activities, advocacy and awareness and most importantly, empowering these children with education and skills development that imbibes a sense of self- sufficiency and confidence. Committed to support Swasthi, Shivarpanam offers school supplies, funds educational, recreational and vocational skill building efforts, financial assistance needy families, health and well-being programs and community awareness programs.
Grateful Tribute
Irrespective of individual stance on geopolitics, governance structure or religious connotations, it is apparent that the brave men and women in a nation’s military, stand apart. They are a different breed of human beings who selflessly put their neighborhoods, communities and country above themselves. Shivarpanam’s commitment to support veterans of armed forces is in honor of this mindset and their sacrifices. These sacrifices are only amplified by the families left behind in apprehension, worry, dreadful awaiting and sometimes worse. Our mission is to provide comprehensive support and resources to military veterans, helping them and their families transition back into civilian life and thrive with dignity and respect. Shivarpanam supports two such organizations that are committed to offering a range of services and programs designed to support veterans and their families in their journey toward a successful and fulfilling post-service life, with comprehensive veterans’ support services, mental health and well-being, community involvement, awareness and advocacy and physical assistance in cases of physical harm that may have been incurred. Shivarpanam provides financial support and community outreach programs for career counseling, job placement assistance, educational opportunities, and financial planning for two such organizations- The wounded Warrior Project and National Defense Fund.
Conserve and Protect.
With expanding footprint and environmental impact of ever-growing human populations, the diverse and beautiful fauna on our planet is severely impacted. With thousands of species rapidly joining either the endangered or extinct roster, we at Shivarpanam woe the day our future generations would be able to appreciate these magnificent creatures in pictures or videos. Shivarpanam is committed to protecting and preserving the majestic big cats that roam our planet’s wild spaces. From the elusive snow leopards of the Himalayas to the powerful tigers of the southeast Asia, these big cats are vital to our ecosystems and hold a place of deep significance in our natural world. We are committed to ensuring their survival through conservation, education, and advocacy. Pledging our support to National Tiger Conservation Authority and the Snow Leopard trust, Shivarpanam’s vision is a world where big cats can thrive in their natural habitats for generations to come. Funding and supporting programs such as Habitat protection, Anti-poaching initiatives, Research and monitoring, eco-tourism, community engagement, education and advocacy to ensure man and animal can in fact share space and resources for a symbiotic relationship.
