BSI’s commitment extends beyond traditional school systems, which often face challenges such as under-resourced classrooms, outdated curricula, and lack of support services. We partner with schools and social service organizations that provide a comprehensive education, including both academic learning and life-skills development. With BSI’s help, these institutions are able to deliver an education that offers students not just knowledge, but the tools to thrive in a competitive world.

 

Our Impact
At present, BSI supports over 4,500 students across different entities. These include primary and secondary schools, community-based learning programs, vocational training centers, and income-generation initiatives for women. The impact is tangible: students who otherwise would not have access to quality education are given the chance to improve their lives, their families’ futures, and their communities as a whole.

 

Key Initiatives

1. Educational Excellence
   BSI partners with schools that offer a broad curriculum and high-quality education. This education is designed to meet high standards while being culturally relevant, preparing students for both local and global challenges. In addition to classroom learning, our schools provide supportive services like after-school programs, mentoring, and counseling that address the holistic needs of our students.

2. Vocational & Job-Oriented Training
   Beyond pre-k through high school education, BSI’s partners also provide job-oriented skills training to youth, preparing them for careers in fields like agriculture, technology, health, and trade. This initiative helps bridge the gap between education and employment, giving young people the opportunity to secure sustainable livelihoods.

3. Empowering Women
   We also support programs for women, particularly in rural and underserved areas, by providing skills training and home-based income generation activities. These programs enable women to become financially independent, improve their families' economic stability, and contribute meaningfully to their communities.

4. Residential Facilities for Students & Volunteers
   Many students from rural areas wish to pursue higher education but lack the resources to live in cities where schools are located. BSI has created affordable and reliable residential facilities for students, ensuring they have a safe place to stay while attending school. We also build living accommodations for volunteer teachers who work in remote schools, helping them deliver quality education where it's needed most.

5. Creating Sustainable Impact
   One of BSI’s groundbreaking initiatives is the creation of endowment funds for schools, ensuring that they have a reliable, long-term source of funding. This endowment covers operating expenses, making it possible for schools to remain open and accessible to students regardless of their families' financial circumstances. The income generated from the endowment provides a sustainable, ongoing source of support.

 

Why Your Support Matters
BSI is committed to building long-term, sustainable solutions that can endure for generations. By investing in education, we empower students to reach their full potential, uplifting communities, and breaking the cycle of poverty. Your donation directly supports students in need, helping to ensure they have access to the quality education and resources they deserve.

 

Join Us in Making a Difference

With the generous support of donors like you, BSI is able to continue its mission of transforming the lives of underserved students in India. Your contribution provides these students with the tools and opportunities they need to succeed. Together, we can help build a brighter future for them.

 

Thanks to the dedication of donors and volunteers in both the U.S. and India, we are able to develop, manage, and monitor all of our programs. Importantly, all administrative costs—including overhead, fundraising, operating expenses, and travel—are fully funded by other sources. This means that 100% of every dollar and rupee you donate directly supports school programs in India.