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Every action you take empowers women & childrenย in rural India.

From hands-on volunteering to hosting your own event, there's a place for you in our community.

Your involvement drives real results.

How volunteers, partners, and supporters power our work

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Ways to Get Involved

We partner with incredible companies and individuals to support our mission

TIME & SKILLS

Skilled Volunteers

Contribute professional skills (marketing, legal, grant writing, events, healthcare, arts, and more) on flexible, project-based engagements.

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Social Campaign

Pledge Your Period

Every May, Pledge Your Period invites people across our community to stand with women and girls in rural India by talking openly about menstruation on social media.

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Host & Fundraise

Host a Cocktails & Chaat

Host your own gathering with a give back component, and invite friends to join you inย  empowering women and children across rural India.

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Partnership

Partner With Us

From event partnerships to a percentage of sales donations to employee giving, discover every way your organization can partner with the Desai Foundation.

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Support

Take Action

Get involved in the way that fits you best: attend an event, volunteer, visit us in India, or help facilitate new connections and partnerships. There’s a meaningful role for every schedule and skill set.

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Leadership

Leadership Counsel & Advisors

Advise, lead, and help guide the Desai Foundation into its next stage of growth, opening doors and advocating for our mission as a trusted voice on our leadership council and advisory board.

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"Hosting a Cocktails & Chaat was one of the most meaningful evenings I've hosted. Our guests left inspired and we raised enough to support menstrual health programs for 100 girls for an entire year."

Cocktails & Chaat Host, NYC

Shop With Our Partners

These incredible partners champion women, children, and dignity. When you shop with them, you directly support the communities we serve.


Ranavat

Award-winning Ayurvedic beauty rooted in South Asian ritual and craftsmanship.

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Tribe Bohemian

Official creative partner of Diwali on the Hudson โ€” beautifully crafted pieces with purpose.

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Stitched Sweets

Artisan cookies baked with love โ€” home of the DF cookie.

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Malai Ice Cream

South Asian-inspired ice cream with community at the core.

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Spicewell

Modern pantry staples with purpose โ€” spices that nourish and give back.

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Burlap & Barrel

Single-origin spices, equitably sourced from smallholder farmers worldwide.

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Lingua Franca

Hand-embroidered cashmere with a conscience โ€” fashion that speaks up.

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Rampur

Celebrated Indian single malt, crafted in the foothills of the Himalayas.

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