Free School Meals
A school meal is something that most of us take for granted for our children. But for India’s urban poor, a regular free school meal means they are more likely to be enrolled in school, rather than to being sent to work - usually in the form of domestic help.
A free school meal also means that children are then more likely to stay in school, receive an education and have better job prospects at the end of it.
Case studies have shown than not only does the child benefit greatly, but their families can be pulled out of the poverty cycle in the long run. Win win! Free school meals really do have a lasting impact on the lives of India’s urban poor.
WE’VE ALREADY SPONSORED OVER 523,000 MEALS!
We work in partnership with Akshaya Patra
Akshaya Patra runs the world's largest mid-day meal program, serving over 2 million children across 24,000 Indian schools with nutritious vegetarian meals from 70+ advanced kitchens.
These meals not only nourish but also encourage children to attend school, helping them focus and succeed.
By ensuring education and proper nutrition, Akshaya Patra gives children a chance to break free from poverty and hunger, aiming to create a brighter future for generations to come.
What Does a Free School Meal Mean?
For India's Urban Poor
INCREASED ENROLMENT AND EDUCATION
INCREASED NOURISHMENT AND CONCENTRATION
INCREASED LITERACY AND JOB PROSPECTS
LONG TERM EXIT FROM POVERTY
FREE SCHOOL MEALS IN ACTION
Aashish is a grade six student at Vadalipura Prathmik (Primary) School in Vadodara, Gujarat. His father is a farm labourer and struggles to earn enough money to feed his family. As Aashish comes from a family unable to meet his nutritional needs due to their financial situation, he would normally have to go out to work in exchange for food. However, thanks to your purchases of Holy Cow! Curry Sauces in the UK , Aashish and his fellow pupils all receive a hot, nourishing and life changing school lunch every day through our Food For Thought Programme.