What is the importance of education in personal and professional development?
Education plays a vital role in shaping an individual’s personal and professional growth. It provides the foundational knowledge, critical thinking skills, and adaptability necessary to navigate the complexities of the modern world. Pursuing educational opportunities, whether formal or informal, empowers individuals to expand their perspectives, acquire specialized expertise, and develop the competencies required to excel in their chosen fields.
How can education contribute to social and economic progress?
Education is a key driver of social and economic progress. By equipping individuals with the knowledge and skills to contribute to their communities, education fosters innovation, promotes social mobility, and drives sustainable development. Accessible and high-quality educational opportunities can help reduce disparities, foster inclusivity, and empower individuals to actively participate in the advancement of their society.
What role does Plant A Child play in promoting educational excellence?
As an organization committed to educational excellence, Plant A Child strives to create transformative learning experiences that empower individuals and communities. Through innovative programs, strategic partnerships, and a dedicated focus on accessibility and inclusivity, Plant A Child aims to cultivate a well-educated and thriving population. By investing in the intellectual and personal growth of ‘John Doe’, ‘Jane Doe’, and others, Plant A Child contributes to the broader pursuit of social progress and economic prosperity.
Recipient
Who can apply for the scholarship?
High school students
College students
Students taking up NEET coaching.
What are the eligibility criteria?
Meritorious students with a consistent academic performance with 80% marks from low income families studying in govt. Recognized schools and colleges ( both government and private institutions ). The criteria can be relaxed based on the family situation of the candidate.
How will a student apply for scholarship with the trust.
Fill up the google form
We will vet the google form
If the students meet the criteria, we will reach out to them over email/phone to discuss more about the case.
What all expenses do the scholarship typically cover?
Scholarship will cover part/whole of tuition fees and hostel/boarding fees on need basis.
How will the scholarship funds be disbursed?
Funds will typically be disbursed directly to the educational institution, paid online or given as cheques.
What are the documents needed to apply?
School / College mark sheets
Bona-fide certificate from school/college
Statement of estimated expense from school/college
Salary slip / bank statements
Are there any conditions to be met to maintain the scholarship?
Maintain minimum 80 % marks
Regular attendance of courses and related activities (and reporting of extended absence)
What happens if the scholarship maintainability requirements are not met?
Scholarship will be fully revoked
Should the student repay the money disbursed to him/her for education?
It is highly recommended and encouraged that the student repays the money in the form of donation when he/she completes her education and secures a job. The donation will be used towards funding another student’s education.
Donor
What are the modes through which donations can be made?
NEFT
Cheque (Mail to Trust office)
Google Pay
RazorPay (Payment Gateway)
Are donations made exempted from income tax?
Donations made of more than Rs.2000 will be eligible for 50% deduction as per rules under 80G .
How to know how the donations are used?
Accounts will be open to the public
How will a formal donation receipt be issued to the donor?
For NEFT and Cheque payments, the receipts will be mailed to the address provided.
For Google Pay and RazorPay payments, the receipts will be auto generated and provided as PDF document.
Can the donor sponsor a specific student’s entire education ?
Yes