Become a Friend of LOKA
Loka’s school is situated in a village in a remote part of India. Parents of students generally work as small scale farmers and day labourers. They are unable to afford fees for quality education. Through Loka, their children have access to a unique school that educates students to shine in their full potential, empower their community and inspire the world. Invest in a Bright & Beautiful planet by uplifting a village through education. As a Friend of Loka you receive regular updates of the progress of Loka’s school & community and are invited to (online) events.
This page is meant for Indian donations.
For International contributions please visit our Friends of Loka site:
Dutch Site: www.vriendenvanloka.nl
International Site: www.friendsofloka.org
Make a one-off donation
What does a donation mean for Loka? Even a small contribution can make a lot possible.
What do we do with your donation?
Your contribution will be used in a variety of ways, including:
₹ 500 – daily sports lessons for 1 child/month
₹ 900 – students plant 4 trees
₹ 2500 – school books, notebooks and pens for one student/year
₹ 4500 – school uniforms (3 sets) and winter clothes for 1 child
₹ 9000 – daily fruit for 25 children/month
₹ 21000 – half-year tuition for 1 student
₹ 45000 – art/science workshops
₹ 450000 – education of one class/year
The school has already made several improvements and additions.
Here are some great examples!
Laptops and reliable internet
Donations have enabled the school to purchase laptops and tablets and to install and maintain a good Internet connection. This allows for online classes, which is crucial due to the remote location of the school, and mindful use of new technology for students from grade 5 onwards.
An Art Room and Library
Thanks to kind donations from Loka’s worldwide community of friends Loka’s school now has a library and art room. In the near future we hope to support the realisation of an eco-science lab for scientific research and experiments and innovation especially on the field of agriculture.
Planting trees
Students are involved in gardening and farming activities at school. They manage the gardens, plant trees and help on the farm. Hundreds trees have been planted on the school grounds and surrounding area, creating a micro-climate and attracting many birds and butterflies and adding in many more ways to the biodiversity. Sharing fruits with students and the village are treats. But the trees are also wonderful to climb and to teach and learn in its shade.
School trips
n outing is always an adventure – especially for children who otherwise hardly ever eave their village. Such an experience expands their world in many ways.
“Learning trips at Loka are organised mindfully and include picknicks in mango orchards, walking in the footsteps of the Buddha, observing cultural heritage and drawing what we see, writing stories of our experiences and reflecting on the world around us – and our roles in it.”
Friends of LOKA
Loka relies on the generosity of friends and donors to support a Small School with Big Dreams. Supporting Loka is investing in a Bright, Beautiful and Sustainable world where human bonds are close and care for our precious planet matters. Support Loka: uplift a village and inspire the world.
For more information and to talk through possibilities for CSR support or recurring donations, please contact us through: E: info@loka.in or M: +91 9006841313 (WhatsApp).
Clothing
Thanks to donations from the Nunc Foundation (of the French Michelin family) and Thriwe India, Loka’s children have 3 sets of beautiful school uniforms and a sweater each. In the UK a group of elderly women knitted scarves and caps to keep Loka’s students warm during the cold winter months.
Guidance
Every afternoon children receive support with their learning during which teachers and seniors guide students in making their homework as such a support structure is often lacking in their homes.
Workshops and Master Classes
Loka provides various workshops for students such as yoga sessions and art and craft masterclasses including handmade paper and printmaking.
Offline
Account Name: Sarvodaya Society
Account Number : 28490100019100
Bank & branch: Bank Of Baroda, Kila Road, Ramnagar, Varanasi
IFSC Code: BARB0RAMNBS
(Fifth character is number)
Sarvodaya Society
Varanasi Office:
B 2/262, H-K
Bhadaini, Varanasi
Uttar Pradesh 221005
Loka School:(Correspondence/visiting address)
Village- Manikpur,
P.O- Narayanpur, Obra
Aurangabad
Bihar 824124
Tax Benefits
Sarvodaya Society is registered under Societies Registration Act, 21 of 1860.
All donations are eligible for 80G tax benefits.
