Our Impact | Shramjeevi Foundation

Lives that had an Impact

Explore this page to see the milestones we’ve reached, the stories of resilience and triumph, and the difference your support makes every day. Together, we’re building a brighter, more inclusive future.

At Shramajeevi Foundation, our impact is measured by the lives we transform. Through our skill development, health, and livelihood programs, we’ve empowered countless women, youth, and persons with disabilities to achieve financial independence and personal growth.

My name is Praveen. I have been working here for ten to seven years. I have learned all kinds of sewing and bag making here. The ladies here have helped me with bank loans, Mudra Yojana, and Pradhan Mantri Ujjwala Yojana. They have also helped me to get my daughter married and my son a job in Bangalore. I am grateful to the Shramjeevi Foundation for helping me to become financially independent.

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My name is Nethravathi Shivanand Kadam. I am from Kanagal. I was very happy when the foundation opened in Kanagal. I used to stay at home and only do housework. Then I heard that they were offering free stitching classes for women. I was very excited and immediately enrolled my sister. She encouraged me to join too. I was hesitant at first, but I eventually decided to go. I was very happy to learn how to use a sewing machine. We learned how to make different types of bags, including potli bags, vanity bags, travel bags, and more. I was so proud of myself and my husband was very supportive. He encouraged me to learn more and even helped me buy a sewing machine. I am now able to make my own clothes and even teach others how to sew. I am very grateful to the Shramjeevi Foundation for giving me this opportunity. They have helped me to become financially independent and to improve my life.

Nethravathi Shivanand Kadam Kanagala

My name is Kavita. I am from Mysore. I was very happy when the foundation opened in my village. I used to stay at home and only do housework. Then I heard that they were offering free stitching classes for women. I was very excited and immediately enrolled my sister. She encouraged me to join too. I was hesitant at first, but I eventually decided to go. I was very happy to learn how to use a sewing machine. We learned how to make different types of bags, including potli bags, vanity bags, travel bags, and more. I was so proud of myself and my husband was very supportive. He encouraged me to learn more and even helped me buy a sewing machine. I am now able to make my own clothes and even teach others how to sew. I am very grateful to the Shramjeevi Foundation for giving me this opportunity. They have helped me to become financially independent and to improve my life.

Kavita Mysore

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Shramajeevi Foundation was born out of the inspiring journey of our founder, Sharavva, who overcame immense challenges to create a meaningful impact in her community. Raised in a small village in Karnataka, Sharavva faced financial hardships from a young age. She moved to Goa with her family in search of better opportunities and started selling fruits and drinks to tourists. It was during this time that she met an Irish tourist, Mrs. Annee Doyle, who encouraged her to explore her passion for crafting, igniting a spark that would shape her future.

Life took a difficult turn when Sharavva lost her husband while she was seven months pregnant, leaving her to navigate motherhood alone with limited resources. Returning to her family for support, she turned to sewing and crafting to sustain herself and her son. Her entrepreneurial spirit led her to establish ‘Rural Arts,’ a brand showcasing handmade cloth bags, quilts, and home décor rooted in traditional Indian craftsmanship.

Despite initial success, the COVID-19 pandemic severely impacted her business. However, with resilience and determination, she sought support, expanded her network, and empowered other women by forming the Matha Savithri Bhai Self-Help Group (SHG). This initiative provided livelihood opportunities to many women, helping them gain financial independence and confidence.

Today, Shramajeevi Foundation stands as a beacon of hope, dedicated to addressing unemployment and promoting sustainable livelihoods. Inspired by her journey, Sharavva’s mission is to empower women, youth, and persons with disabilities by providing them with the skills and support they need to build a brighter future.

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Each success story is a testament to the collective effort of our team, partners, and supporters, driving sustainable change in communities across the region.

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