SBI Foundation – Muskaan (Child Development)
Funding from ₹25 lakhs to ₹2 crores for 2 years
A golden opportunity to improve childhood:
India’s future lies in its children. But even today there are many children who do not get proper nutrition, health services, education and a safe childhood. SBI Foundation has started a new initiative to bring back the smile of these children – “Muskaan”.
If your NGO is working in the field of development, protection and education of children, then this opportunity is for you.
Introduction – Why is Muskaan program important:
SBI Foundation is the CSR arm of State Bank of India, which has changed the lives of more than 2 crore people across the country so far. Working in the field of education, health, rural development and women empowerment, now they have launched a special program for children – Muskaan.
This program is in line with the principles of UNCRC (United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child) and is designed to give children a safe, empowered and complete childhood.
What is Muskaan Program?
SBIF Muskaan is a CSR-based funding program launched to support eligible NGOs across the country in three key areas:
Scope of work – where can you contribute?
1- Adoption of Child Care Institutions (CCI)
Providing safe housing and education for children in need of care and protection – such as orphans, street children, sexually abused or trafficking victims.
Work involved:
- Running or improving children’s homes
- Nutrition, education, counselling, and life skills
- Family reunification and social rehabilitation
- Location: Maharashtra, Uttar Pradesh, Bihar
- Budget: ₹25 lakh to ₹2 crore
- Duration: 2 years
2. Creating model Anganwadi cum Creches (AWCCs):
Creating safe, nurturing and learning-friendly spaces for young children (6 months to 6 years).
Work involved:
- Establishing or improving new Anganwadi centres
- Training parents and staff
- Health check-ups, food and play-based education for children
- Location: Jharkhand, Odisha, Telangana
- Budget: ₹2 crore (for 4 AWCCs)
- Duration: 2 years
3. Awareness and support against child sexual abuse:
Keeping children safe by spreading awareness in schools and communities, and providing legal and psychological support to abused children.
Work Involved:
- School-based awareness programmes
- Parenting workshops, teacher training
- Counselling and legal aid under POCSO Act
- Location: Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh
- Budget: Up to ₹1 crore
- Duration: 2 years
Work Highlights:
- Holistic development of children – education, health, safety and entertainment
- Community involvement – connecting children to society and eradicating stigma
- Sustainable and replicable models
- Minimum government approval and maximum impact
What are the benefits of this programme?
- Opportunity to be associated with a trusted organization like SBI Foundation
- Project evaluation, training and support
- National recognition and opportunity to expand your work
- Eligibility Criteria
- Trust / Society / Section 8 Company registered in India
- 3 years of experience and work related to the field
In the last 3 years:
- Turnover of more than ₹2 crores (for projects with budget less than ₹1 crore)
- Turnover of more than ₹5 crores (for budget more than ₹1 crore)
- Minimum 4 board members and 5 permanent employees
- No association with any political or religious organization
- No blacklisting
Required Documents:
- Registration Certificate, 12A, 80G, PAN
- Income Tax Returns and Audit Reports of the last 3 years
- Profile and Annual Report of the NGO
- Biodata of Board Members and Leaders
- Finance and HR Policy
- Impact Assessment Report, MIS System
- Project Budget and Action Plan
- CSR Form-1 and other policy documents
(Apply before 11th August 2025)
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