“Shanta Foundation is unique among similar sized NGO’s that support community-based development primarily through the quality of relationships it has developed with its local staff, it’s participatory culture, high level of board engagement and responsive donor base,”

-David Bartecchi, Village Earth

Program Areas

Our holistic approach to creating bright, sustainable futures

6

Leadership

10

Healthcare

8

Livelihood

2

Education

4

Infrastructure

Shanta’s approach begins with the establishment of long-term partnerships that recognize the assets both the village and Shanta bring to the table. Over the course of six-years, entire communities transform from leaning heavily on Shanta for financial support and expertise, to holding the light and leading the way on their own path out of poverty.

Shanta’s approach creates lasting change