Empowering Women.
Building Resilient Communities.

A CSR-1 registered non-profit strengthening women-led livelihoods, green skills, and community resilience in the heart of Himachal Pradesh since 2017.

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Who We Are

Deeply Rooted in the Himalayas

Helping Hand Welfare and Education Trust is more than just an NGO; we are a movement for sustainable change in the mountains.

We work at the critical intersection of women’s economic empowerment and climate resilience. By moving beyond one-time training to production-linked livelihood systems, we ensure that women in remote villages have consistent, dignified income.


Our Vision

To foster self-reliant, sustainable, and economically resilient communities across rural India, starting with the Himalayas.

Legal & Compliance

  • Registered Trust (89/2017)
  • CSR-1: CSR00033396
  • NITI Aayog: HP/2017/0161484
  • 12A & 80G Certified
  • PAN: AABTH7274A
Our Strategy

How We Create Change

Our 4-step sustainable development model.

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Mobilize

Forming Self Help Groups (SHGs) and Joint Liability Groups in remote villages.

2

Train

Providing industry-standard skills in tailoring, solar tech, and food processing.

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Produce

Setting up decentralized production units for soaps, uniforms, and LED bulbs.

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Market Linkage

Connecting products to markets via 'The Pahadi Shop' and corporate partners.

Our Impact

Four Pillars of Change

We take a holistic approach to development, ensuring every intervention is sustainable and community-led.

Women Livelihoods

Establishing Silai schools, knitting units, and micro-enterprises for soaps and cow-dung products.

Green Skills

Training in solar technology, LED assembly, and beekeeping to support the green economy.

Financial Inclusion

Creating Joint Liability Groups (JLGs), facilitating bank linkages, and digital literacy.

Community Dev

Organizing health camps, plantation drives, and promoting traditional sports.

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Life in the Hills

Glimpses of our work on the ground.

Leadership

Guided by Experience

Tap on a profile to read their full journey.

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When we started in 2017, we realized that a certificate alone does not change lives. What women need is market access, production support, and dignity.

Kapil Kumar
Kapil Kumar
Founder & Chairman
Kapil Kumar

Kapil Kumar

Founder & Chairman

A Visionary Leader

Kapil founded Helping Hand in 2017 with a singular mission: to stop migration from hill villages by creating local livelihood opportunities. His journey from a social worker to leading a statewide movement inspires our daily operations.

Mrinal Jyoti Baruah

Mrinal Jyoti Baruah

Chief Strategy & Impact Advisor

Strategist at Heart

With deep expertise in social impact strategy, Mrinal shapes our long-term vision. He bridges the gap between grassroots realities and corporate CSR goals, ensuring our programs are scalable, measurable, and sustainable.

Durgesh Sharma

Durgesh Sharma

Strategy and Thought Leadership Advisor

Thought Leader

Durgesh brings innovative thinking to our community development models. His focus on 'Green Skills' and future-ready livelihoods has been pivotal in launching our solar and LED training initiatives.

Success Stories

From Home to Enterprise

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I never thought I could earn my own money sitting at home. Now, my children go to a better English-medium school because of my sewing work.

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Bimla Devi
Artisan & Mother

Anita

Satellite Silai School

From homemaker to Master Trainer.

Anita's Journey

Starting with a single sewing machine, Anita now runs a satellite center. She mentors 20 other women, coordinating orders for school uniforms and earning a steady monthly income that supports her family.

Sunita

Green Skills

Mastering solar technology.

Sunita's Journey

Sunita broke gender stereotypes by training in solar LED assembly. Today, she assembles and repairs solar lamps for her village, ensuring light during power cuts and earning respect as a 'Solar Didi'.

Kamla

Home-Need Products

Soap & Phenyl Entrepreneur.

Kamla's Journey

Using locally available resources, Kamla started a small unit making herbal soaps and cleaning products. Her products are now sold in local markets, proving that small steps lead to big changes.

Pooja

Digital Sakhi

Bridging the digital divide.

Pooja's Journey

After learning digital banking, Pooja became the go-to person in her village for online transactions. She now helps elderly pensioners access their funds and educates others on cyber safety.

Social Enterprise

The Pahadi Shop

Every purchase directly supports the livelihood of a woman artisan in Himachal.
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FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Are donations tax-exempt?
Yes, Helping Hand Welfare and Education Trust is registered under 12A and 80G. All donations are tax-deductible under Indian IT laws.
How can I volunteer?
We welcome volunteers for skills training, digital literacy, and community camps. Fill out the contact form below or WhatsApp us to join.
Can I partner for CSR?
Absolutely. We are CSR-1 registered and have successfully implemented projects for Tata Power and others. Reach out for a proposal.
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