Stories
From the field.
Updates from our grantees, reflections on the work, and announcements about the people and projects we support.
TEF Scholar Wins 1st Place at AIVORA 2026 Hackathon
A TEF scholarship recipient wins first place at the AIVORA 2026 Hackathon — a proud moment for the Tara Amma Scholarship programme.
Read story →Saranam: a step toward equal palliative care
A grassroots initiative for compassionate end-of-life care in Karnataka, beginning operations in February 2026.
Read story →Mahendran Balachandran — Clinical Immunology & Rheumatology Wing at Tata IISc Medical School
Towards Equal Foundation co-founder Mahendran Balachandran supports the Clinical Immunology & Rheumatology Wing at the Tata IISc Medical School, Bangalore.
Read story →People for Animals — Wildlife Rescue, Rehabilitation and Conservation
TEF is a long-term infrastructure partner for People for Animals, Bangalore — supporting wildlife rehabilitation, reptile conservation, and critical care upgrades.
Read story →Building Rural Resilience in Manipur through TEF and Rural Aid Services
Towards Equal Foundation partners with Rural Aid Services to build rural resilience and sustainable livelihoods in Manipur.
Read story →St. John's Geriatric Centre — "A Ray of Hope"
Towards Equal Foundation extends its support towards the establishment of the St. John's Geriatric Centre — a cause that touches lives with dignity, compassion, and care.
Read story →CGC Trust — Caddie Welfare at Chikmagalur Golf Club
The CGC Trust brings education, healthcare and livelihood support to golf caddies and their families at Chikmagalur Golf Club — modelled on the Crow Trust in Bangalore.
Read story →Announcing Tara Amma's Scholarship for STEM Students
Towards Equal Foundation is proud to announce the launch of Tara Amma's Scholarship — a tribute to the remarkable life and legacy of H.L. Tara (1931–2025).
Read story →KeyEd Foundation — Building Better Teachers for Early Childhood
KeyEd Foundation trains early childhood educators across Karnataka, giving children from underprivileged backgrounds a strong foundation for lifelong learning.
Read story →Porgai artisans travel to Perth
Lambadi embroidery from Sittilingi reaches international audiences at IOTA'24.
Read story →VOSD — Building India's Largest Canine Welfare Network
Voice of Stray Dogs operates India's largest canine referral hospital and permanent sanctuary for special-needs and rescued dogs in Bangalore.
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