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AWARD (Action for Women And Rural Development) is a non-profit social organization established in Satara, Maharashtra in 2001

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We work to build an inclusive and self-reliant society by empowering women, strengthening rural livelihoods, promoting sustainable agriculture, and nurturing environmental responsibility.

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Founded by committed social workers and guided by socially conscious educators, AWARD has grown into a trusted grassroots organization serving communities across Satara, Sangli, and Raigad districts of Maharashtra.

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Ensuring equal opportunities… to achieve sustainable development.

AWARD (Action for Women And Rural Development) is a registered non-profit social organization established in 2001 in Satara, Maharashtra. The organization was founded by idealistic social work graduates who, during fieldwork in remote villages, recognized the urgent need for structured rural development, awareness of rights, and access to basic facilities.

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Our Core Focus Areas

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Women Empowerment & Self-Help Groups

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Sustainable & Organic Agriculture

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Livelihood & Skill Development

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Environmental Education

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Water, Sanitation & Health (WASH)

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Disaster Relief & Rehabilitation

Empowering Rural Maharashtra: AWARD's 20+ Years of Impact

Since 2001, AWARD (Action for Women And Rural Development) has been a beacon of change in Satara, Maharashtra. As a non-profit social organization, we build inclusive, self-reliant societies by empowering women, bolstering rural livelihoods, advancing sustainable agriculture, and fostering environmental stewardship.

Founded by dedicated social workers and steered by visionary educators, AWARD has evolved into a trusted grassroots force, impacting communities in Satara, Sangli, and Raigad districts.

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6100+ women united in 476 Self-Help Groups, driving economic independence.

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60+ villages transformed in the Satara region alone.

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₹7.5 crore+ in bank linkages, unlocking financial freedom.

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Proud partnerships with NABARD, ICICI Bank, Government Departments, and global foundations.

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Thriving projects in Maharashtra's rural and tribal heartlands.


Join hands with AWARD to create equal opportunities and sustainable futures. Partner. Support. Participate. Transform.