Free Eye Check Camps
Our initiative provides free vision examinations to the community, ensuring physical wellness isn't sacrificed for financial reasons.
- Nov 28, 2021: First camp by Dr. Lavanya Rao, attended by the President of Udipi City Municipal Council.
- June 26, 2022: Second camp held at Shri Adishakthi Mahalakshmi Temple.
- Insurance: Partnered with Manipal Cigna Health Insurance Co to provide medical insurance cards at no cost.
Communication Skills - Weekly Program
Every week for an hour, teachers from across the United States volunteer their time to help students hone their ability to interact effectively.
- Held every week for more than a year.
- Focus on English pronunciation, enunciation, and proper training for foreign language interaction.
- Led by volunteer teachers with strong presenting backgrounds from the US.
Career Guidance & Scholarships
Bridging the gap between education and professional success through expert guidance and accessible information.
- Career Guidance: Expert analysis of student portfolios for college applications and course selection.
- Scholarships: Extensive research into hundreds of scholarships, shared via curated WhatsApp groups.
Impact Note:
Successfully connected 8 students with paid scholarships, significantly reducing college expenses.
Student Loan Interest Relief
DJF pays the interest on loans such as NBCFD and Vidya Lakshmi for qualified 12th-grade graduates as long as they complete their studies.
First-Year Financial Assistance
We pay the cost of first-year tuition for students who cannot afford the entry fee required to qualify for subsequent bank loans.
Loaner Laptops
Providing temporary laptops to students for their time in college, which are then returned and passed to the next hard-working student.
Job Seekers & Microfinance
Empowering community members to achieve their hidden dreams and talents through financial and professional support.
- Job Seekers: Free resume building, interview preparation, and mock-interviews.
- Microfinance: Interest-free loans to start or expand small businesses.
We have worked directly with 20 employment-seekers to offer expert career guidance.
