About Pehchaan

Profile of the Organisation:

Pehchaan NGO is a registered non-governmental organization committed to bringing transformative change in the lives of marginalized communities across Uttar Pradesh. Established on 28th January 2016 under the Societies Registration Act, the organization operates under the registration number 1122/6164M (renewed as R/GHA/17643/2020-2021) and holds the unique identification number UP/2017/0153557. Founded by a group of socially conscious professionals inspired by the vision of Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam, Pehchaan NGO follows a people-centric model that blends grassroots engagement with a strategic focus on sustainable development.

At its core, the organization is driven by the mission to act as “The Power of Re-Use”, enabling the poorest sections of society to access their constitutional rights and live with dignity. With a holistic approach to development, Pehchaan NGO actively works in the domains of public health, education, gender equity, community empowerment, and environmental sustainability.

Mission:

To act as ‘The Power of Re-Use’ by empowering underprivileged individuals and communities to actualize their rights, enhance their quality of life, and participate meaningfully in society.

Aims & Objectives:

• Empower the poor and marginalized communities.

• Provide free medicines to malnourished children.

• Develop accessible and community-focused healthcare services.

• Educate children from slum areas and those involved in begging.

• Facilitate vocational training and livelihood opportunities.

• Promote gender equality and empower women.

• Help underprivileged people access resources, information, and opportunities.

• Conserve and protect the environment through awareness and action.

Spatially, Pehchaan NGO has support centres in Ghaziabad, Noida and in Etawah (Uttar Pradesh).

Our Reach

Pehchaan NGO has built a network of support centers in Ghaziabad, Noida, and Etawah (Uttar Pradesh). These centers act as the base for executing various projects and outreach programs that impact the lives of hundreds of families every year.

Major Programs

Ankur: Fighting Child Malnutrition

Launched on 1st April 2017, Project Ankur targets malnourished children in rural and urban communities. With the support of the Community Health Center, Mahewa (Etawah), and the leadership of Dr. Yatendra Rajput, this program has rescued over 1800 malnourished children. Pehchaan NGO organizes regular health camps at fixed locations and provides free medicines and nutritional support, ensuring timely intervention and recovery for vulnerable children.

The Power of Re-Use: Clothing Donation Drive

Through this flagship initiative, Pehchaan encourages individuals and families to donate their old clothes to those in need. Changing seasons are particularly harsh on impoverished communities, and a simple act of donating clothes can provide warmth and comfort to countless children and adults. The NGO collects summer and winter clothing year-round, and distributes them during seasonal donation drives across Ghaziabad and Etawah. This not only promotes reuse but also cultivates a culture of empathy and giving.

Gyan Jyoti: Lighting the Lamp of Education

Gyan Jyoti is Pehchaan NGO’s education-centric initiative operating in Noida and Ghaziabad, specifically targeting begging and slum-dwelling children. The program offers basic education along with life-skills awareness, rights education, and personality development. Additionally, vocational training is provided to teenagers, equipping them with practical skills such as tailoring, computer literacy, and handicrafts—skills that can help them become financially independent and socially aware citizens.

Credentials:

The organisation has been accorded 12A status under the Income Tax Act.

“We are privileged to serve the poor and needy.”