Community members gathered and smiling

Our Story

2012

The First Stitch

In a small community center, three volunteers began teaching tailoring to women. It started as a skill-share and became a movement for financial independence.

Women learning tailoring in a community classroom

2016

Classrooms Without Borders

We expanded into education, launching our first mobile school to reach children in remote rural areas who had never stepped into a classroom.

Children learning outdoors in a rural village

2021

A Global Community

During a global crisis, we strengthened our community networks, proving that when we stand together, we can weather any storm.

Community members standing together in a circle

I used to think my future was written in stone. Deesha Jyot Foundation helped me pick up the pen and write my own destiny.

— Maria, Community Leader & Tailoring Graduate

The Pillars of our Work

Dignity

We believe every human being deserves self-respect and the power of choice.

Community

Change does not happen in isolation. We build deep-rooted support networks.

Opportunity

We open doors through education, training, and resources for tomorrow.

The Hands Behind the Work

Portrait of Director Jyoti Sathe

Jyoti Sathe

Director

MA, MSW. Guiding the foundation's community programs and long-term vision.

Portrait of Director Sunita Namdev Sathe

Sunita Namdev Sathe

Director

Supporting grassroots outreach and day-to-day program coordination.

Portrait of Board Member Madhukar Waman Borade

Madhukar Waman Borade

Board Member

Contributing governance support and community leadership.

Portrait of Board Member Sunny Praksh Sable

Sunny Praksh Sable

Board Member

Helping strengthen partnerships and local implementation.

Portrait of Trust Member Akash Sathe

Akash Sathe

Trust Member

Supporting the trust's operations and community initiatives.

Portrait of Member Sidharth Mahadev Gadvir

Sidharth Mahadev Gadvir

Member

Contributing to field activities and community engagement.