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End Poverty (India)
End Poverty is an Indian non-governmental organization (NGO) established in 2009. The organization works with rural and marginalized communities across several Indian states, focusing on sustainable agriculture, dairy development, climate change adaptation, and rural infrastructure. Its stated objective is to improve livelihoods and living standards through locally relevant, long-term development initiatives. [Cite: NGO directories, news coverage, or academic references]
History
End Poverty was founded in 2009 as a civil society organization. It was registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860. Since its inception, the organization has expanded its operations to multiple Indian states, implementing programs in collaboration with community institutions, government departments, and corporate partners. [Cite: Government registration records, credible NGO databases, or independent reports on NGO activities]
Areas of Work Sustainable Agriculture
End Poverty runs agricultural programs that promote improved farming techniques, soil and water conservation, and access to farming tools. Training is provided to smallholder farmers to increase productivity and reduce input costs. [Cite: Agriculture or development journals, local/regional newspaper reports covering training programs]
Dairy Development
The organization’s dairy initiative, known as Shwetdhara, supports small and marginal dairy farmers. Services include veterinary care, artificial insemination, training in cattle management, feed support, and assistance in forming farmer producer companies (FPCs). [Cite: Case studies in CSR reports, coverage in dairy/agriculture magazines, news features on rural dairy projects]
Climate Change and Environment
Projects under this theme encourage climate-resilient practices such as vermicomposting, rainwater harvesting, and renewable energy adoption. The organization has facilitated the installation of solar street lights, home lighting systems, and water conservation structures in rural areas. [Cite: Reports in renewable energy or rural development publications, local government partnerships, independent case studies]
Rural Development and Infrastructure
End Poverty has supported the construction and maintenance of community infrastructure, including village tool banks, water ATMs, Nand Ghars (child development centers), and educational facilities. [Cite: Government reports, education-focused NGOs, local news articles highlighting project impact]
Reach and Presence
As of 2025, End Poverty operates in nine Indian states, including Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Haryana, Gujarat, Uttarakhand, Karnataka, Goa, and Delhi. The organization reports working in over 1,200 villages across 21 districts, reaching approximately 165,000 people. [Cite: Annual reports, independent CSR evaluations, or NGO data platforms such as Guidestar India or Charity Navigator (if listed)]
Governance
End Poverty is managed by a governing board and a professional management team. The founder and chief executive officer is Vinod Kaushik. The organization’s structure includes program managers and specialists in operations, finance, and communications. [Cite: Official NGO website (limited), leadership interviews in news outlets, independent profiles or conference listings]
Recognition
End Poverty has been listed among the “Top 30 Most Trusted NGOs of the Year – 2023” by independent ranking agencies. In 2025, it received the FKCCI India CSR & Sustainability Award under the NGO category for work in livelihood and poverty alleviation. [Cite: Award announcements on FKCCI website, press releases in credible media outlets, rankings published by third-party evaluators]