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200+

Women Employed

7+

Years of Women Empowerment

500+

Product Sold Every Month

Our Commitment to Change

Welcome to Danirasa Foundation, where empowerment, dignity, and opportunity are woven into every initiative we undertake. We believe that empowering women is the cornerstone of sustainable social growth and progress. Through our tailoring programs and community kitchen initiatives, we uplift women from all walks of life, fostering self-sufficiency, independence, and equal opportunities.
At Danirasa, we are more than just an organization—we are a community dedicated to ensuring that women's voices are heard, valued, and celebrated.

Our Mission

Danirasa Foundation is committed to uplifting and empowering marginalized communities, especially women, by providing food security, skill-based training, and economic opportunities. Through our community kitchen, tailoring programs, and social initiatives, we strive to create a self-sufficient society where no one goes hungry and every woman has the skills to thrive independently.

Our Vision

We envision a world where women are economically empowered, communities are self-sustained, and no one suffers from hunger. By fostering skill development, sustainable livelihoods, and collective well-being, we aim to bridge inequalities and build a society where every individual has access to dignity, opportunity, and prosperity.

Who We Are

Danirasa Foundation is built on the belief that economic empowerment creates lasting change. Our programs provide vulnerable women—many of whom have faced gender-based inequalities—with the tools, training, and support needed to thrive in any environment.

We are committed to:

Empowering women

through hands-on skills training.

Creating sustainable opportunities

for financial independence.

Building a supportive community

that fosters growth and resilience.

Together, we honor the strength, creativity, and limitless potential of every woman.

Our Programs & Initiatives

We provide professional tailoring classes where women learn the art of stitching, designing, and garment production. These skills enable them to pursue entrepreneurship, secure employment, or establish their own businesses.

Impact:

  • Over 200 women trained in tailoring and garment-making.
  • Direct collaboration with local brands and businesses for sustainable job creation.
  • A step toward economic independence and self-sufficiency.
Our community kitchen serves as a place of nourishment, solidarity, and support. Women come together to prepare meals, share stories, and build meaningful connections, ensuring that no one in our community goes hungry.

Impact:

  • Daily meal distribution to families in need.
  • Provides a safe space for women to gain confidence and work collaboratively.
  • Encourages financial literacy and entrepreneurship through food-based business training.

Our Journey

From Crisis to Empowerment

Danirasa Foundation was born out of a crisis-during the devastating Chennai floods, when countless families, especially women, were left struggling for relief and rehabilitation. What began as an emergency response to provide food and essential aid soon evolved into a mission of empowerment.

Recognizing the immense challenges faced by marginalized women, we expanded our efforts beyond immediate relief. In 2017, the foundation formally launched initiatives to support women’s self-sufficiency through community kitchens and skill-based training programs.

Impact Through the Years

Since its inception, Danirasa Foundation has provided over 90 lakh (9 million) meals, ensuring no one goes hungry. Our food distribution has significantly scaled over the years:
SL No Time Period Distribution Counts
1
2017 – 2018
1,10,000 meals
2
2018 – 2019
3,30,000 meals
3
2019 – 2020
3,96,000 meals
4
2020 – 2022
17,00,000 meals
5
2022 – 2023
15,00,000 meals
6
2023 – 2024
17,00,000 meals
7
2024 – 2025
33,00,000 meals
With our growing capacity, we have expanded beyond food relief. Our flagship projects, including the Community Kitchen and Tailoring Training, have transformed the lives of thousands by fostering economic independence and social upliftment.

We introduced the Magalir Mattum Initiative, focusing on women’s skill-building and entrepreneurship, enabling them to create and market handcrafted products such as sarees, bags, and in-skirts under the Red Dot brand.

Today, Danirasa Foundation stands as a beacon of hope, empowering communities with food security, skills, and opportunities, ensuring that every meal served and every woman empowered leads to a stronger, self-reliant society.