Introduction to Aakkam Foundation
Our Vision
To create a generation of empathetic, purpose-driven leaders who use their talents and passions to build a better, more compassionate world, leaving a legacy through meaningful contributions to society..
Our Mission
Aakkam Foundation empowers high school and college students to become impactful changemakers by providing them with opportunities to lead community-driven projects. Through hands-on mentorship..
Why Aakkam? - Our Specialty
Empowering Next-Generation Leaders
Focus on developing leadership skills through hands-on, impactful projects. Students are not just volunteers but project leaders driving real-world solutions.
Student-Led Initiatives
High school and college students design, lead, and execute their own projects. Projects align with students' passions, turning ideas into impactful actions.
Holistic Development
Opportunities in governance, branding, grant writing, and more. Comprehensive mentorship helps shape well-rounded, empathetic leaders.
Legacy of Social Impact
Encourages intellectual, career, and emotional growth. Students build a legacy that transcends personal success and contributes to meaningful societal change.
Our Impact
Aakkam Programs
Aakkam Schools
The Aakkam Schools Project is dedicated to revitalizing underprivileged schools..
Aakkam Scholarship
The Aakkam Scholarship Project goes beyond traditional philanthropy by adopting..
Aakkam Vision
Aakkam Vision is a transformative initiative focused on ensuring accessible..
Aakkam Founders
Nithi Angamuthu
At Aakkam Foundation, we invite you to craft your unique story—a narrative..
Aakkam’ s Young Minds –
Our Success Stories
Making a Leader
Welcome to the Aakkam Core Team (ACT) WhatsApp group, the heartbeat of the Aakkam Foundation. Among our 44 members, 30 of you are young minds, with an average age of just 21, representing nearly 70% of our foundation. You aren’t just helping to build a foundation from the ground up; you are actively shaping yourselves into the next generation of leaders.
This is your moment to explore, express, and refine your skills and interests. Take this opportunity to create a living legacy—one that’s uniquely yours and so remarkable that when you look back, you’ll be astounded by what human potential can achieve. The entire Aakkam family deeply appreciates all your contributions thus far.
Sherin
Sundari
Naman
Deetya
Saanvi
Rithika
Yvette
Aakkam FAQ'S
No, the AAKKAM Foundation is not exclusively for students. While Aakkam provides a platform for high school, college, and university students to develop their ideas into impactful projects and gain hands-on experience, its mission extends to anyone passionate about creating positive change. The foundation encourages collaboration between students, professionals, mentors, and leaders who are committed to fostering a more empathetic, purpose-driven world. By involving a wide range of participants, AAKKAM aims to nurture leadership, personal growth, and meaningful contributions across various age groups and backgrounds.
There is currently no fee associated with joining or becoming a member of the AAKKAM Foundation. The foundation’s primary focus is on creating a platform that fosters leadership, collaboration, and community impact without placing financial barriers on those who want to contribute. It offers opportunities for students, mentors, and other community members to participate in various projects and initiatives aimed at social good.
To join the AAKKAM Foundation and actively participate in its initiatives, follow these steps:
- Visit the AAKKAM Foundation Website: Explore the foundation’s official website to learn about current projects and opportunities for involvement.
- Reach Out for More Information: For any questions or details, feel free to email us at foundationAakkam@gmail.com or send a message via WhatsApp to +17709104834. We would be delighted to assist you in joining AAKKAM and learning how you can get involved.
- Join the Core Team: We warmly invite you to become part of our Core Team, where your expertise can contribute to collaborative and transformative projects. As a core team member, you’ll work closely with other passionate individuals to drive meaningful initiatives.
- Sign Up for Membership or Volunteering: Depending on your interests—whether you’re a student, mentor, or professional—you can reach out to us and we will assign up to volunteer, lead a project, or collaborate on various initiatives aimed at making a positive impact.
- Engage in Events and Projects: Stay updated on upcoming workshops, social networking events, and projects where you can meet fellow members, share ideas, and start making contributions to impactful initiatives.
- Propose or Contribute to Projects: AAKKAM encourages members to either participate in ongoing projects or propose new ones that align with our mission. By working together, we can create lasting change in communities in need.
Yes, financial donations to the AAKKAM Foundation are tax-exempt in both India and the United States. In India, AAKKAM is registered under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961, allowing donors to claim tax exemptions. In the USA, AAKKAM operates as a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, making donations eligible for tax deductions under IRS regulations for U.S. taxpayers. After donating, you should receive a receipt from AAKKAM, which can be used for tax reporting purposes. If you’re donating from outside India or the U.S., tax exemption eligibility may depend on the tax laws of your country.