We all know that education is the key pillar of a society. Quality education is the need of the day. In a developing country like India the importance of education is not well understood to every people. Poor Children go to schools and avail government facilities in terms of food, clothing etc. But the actual objective of learning is always compromised. Being statistically enrolled into a formal school does not ensure a growing rate of literacy in a country, given the numerous other conditions that lead to a huge percentage of drop outs from all the government schools, the statistics of which might go unnoticed. Thousands of children are still far away from a healthy educational environment with an unbelievably huge number of children leaving education midway and most of them are suffering from low learning problem.
OFINS feels the need of promoting quality education among the economically backward section students. We believe that if nourished with proper care and planning, each child will grow up into an immensely potential human being.
Realizing the need of all round development of underprivileged children OFINS has taken up various projects in the field of education.
Education is the right of every child and we are committed to provide free and quality education to every children irrespective of their origin. Our trained teachers always look after every children and help them to discover themselves in their own way. We hope that with with regular and generous contributions from our donors and supporters we will be able to walk steadily towards achieving these goals.
We aim to provide free & quality education with all support through our own education centres.
Providing all kinds of educational accessories to the underprivileged children for their uninterrupted education.
We provide books and other supports to the underprivileged students to complete their education and fulfil their dreams.
We give scholarships to needy and deserving underprivileged students to motivate and encouraged them in their studies.
We are working in the rural, urban, and semi-urban areas of North 24 Parganas in West Bengal, India, where communities face significant challenges, lacking basic amenities. To support these families, Our Friends in Need School (OFINS) established a free primary school named "Anweshan – A Child Development Centre" in Badu-Mathgram village in 2017. Starting with 32 students, Anweshan has grown to 87, reflecting our commitment to providing quality education to underprivileged children.
We believe that education is a gift for life, capable of transforming the future of these children. Every child has unique potential and can achieve great things if given the right opportunities. With regular contributions from our supporters, we strive to help these children reach school and receive modern education.
Our mission is to ensure that every child, regardless of their background, can learn, play, and grow alongside their peers. Under the guidance of skilled teachers, we nurture their creativity and build their skills, empowering them to lead lives of dignity and positively impact their communities. Together, we are creating brighter futures for these children, one step at a time.
75 students are getting free education
70% Students are form first-learner families
50% of total beneficiary are girls
85% of total students attend online calasses
To promote primary education of the poor children of the inaccessible area of the state.
To provide modern and quality education and support.
To promote health and hygiene among the poor village children.
The target groups are the children of 4 to 9 year age group from poor backward families.
The project area covers remote village areas inhabited by the poor people without any financial capability to send the children to schools. The number of dropout and school non-going children is very high due to extreme poverty of the area.
Kamarujjaman and Tanisha are very pretty twin siblings. They are 9 years old and read in class IV. Tanisha stands 1st and Kamarujjaman stands 2nd in their class. Tanisha wants to be a doctor and her brother wants to be a policeman. Their father works as a labourer in a factory. He dreams to give his children best care and education, but extreme poverty turns everything bleak and imposible. OFINS stood beside them and provided the children all educational suport that they could hardly afford.
Now, both the children are regular students of ‘Anweshan-Child Development Centre’. Run by OFINS. They are happy now as they enjoying every moment at their shool. There is a smile on their father’s face as he knows in his heart that one day his children will surely touch the height of success in their lives.
“Every child has a special talent which is needed to identify and nurture from the very early days”
Sk. Aminul is a bright student and now he is studing in class 3. He stands first in his calss. He is obviously the first learner from their family and both of his parents are day labourers. Their child’s education has never been a priority to them.Their main fight is with poverty that has never let them think something big for their son.
OFINS has took the initiative to make these people think about their child’s future. They committed themselve to shoulder the burden of these poor childrens’ education through ‘Anweshan’
Aminul’s parents stood overwhelmed with tears in their eyes when their son stood first in the class. Now they want to do anything required for their child’s education. Now on holidays, Aminul missed his school and his friends Now Aminul will grow and stand on his feet.
Kamarujjaman and Tanisha are very pretty twin siblings. They are 9 years old and read in class IV. Tanisha stands 1st and Kamarujjaman stands 2nd in their class. Tanisha wants to be a doctor and her brother wants to be a policeman. Their father works as a labourer in a factory. He dreams to give his children best care and education, but extreme poverty turns everything bleak and imposible. OFINS stood beside them and provided the children all educational suport that they could hardly afford.
Now, both the children are regular students of ‘Anweshan-Child Development Centre’. Run by OFINS. They are happy now as they enjoying every moment at their shool. There is a smile on their father’s face as he knows in his heart that one day his children will surely touch the height of success in their lives.
“Every child has a special talent which is needed to identify and nurture from the very early days”
Sk. Aminul is a bright student and now he is studing in class 3. He stands first in his calss. He is obviously the first learner from their family and both of his parents are day labourers. Their child’s education has never been a priority to them.Their main fight is with poverty that has never let them think something big for their son.
OFINS has took the initiative to make these people think about their child’s future. They committed themselve to shoulder the burden of these poor childrens’ education through ‘Anweshan’
Aminul’s parents stood overwhelmed with tears in their eyes when their son stood first in the class. Now they want to do anything required for their child’s education. Now on holidays, Aminul missed his school and his friends Now Aminul will grow and stand on his feet.
As per UNICEF, 8.1 million Children out of school in India and they are mostly come from rural areas. 95% of Indian children attend Primary level school but barely 55% of them reach to the next level. This is an alarming ratio that needs to be addressed. As per ASER report, learning levels in Government-run primary schools are noticeably low. Also the dropout rate is very high. We know that the Poverty, availability and accessibility of the educational accessories are the three big reasons why children leave their studies midway. OFINS , through "Khushi-Child Education Support Program" is trying to close this gap. The objective of this project is to give support and encouragement to all the underprivileged students in rural area. students from poor families find it hard to afford notebooks and other educational accessories, which are priced exorbitantly. This prompted us to take the initiative.
2500+ needy students benefited
Over 200 School engaged
50+ villages covered
Parental Participation increased
To supply bags, notebooks and other educational accessories.
To reduce the financial burden for education of economically challenged families
To minimise the school dropout percentage in rural area
To support and encourage all underprivileged students in rural area.
The target age group are from 4 years and above from poor backward families of rural area.
The project area covers remote villages inhabited by the poor people.
Kamarujjaman and Tanisha are very pretty twin siblings. They are 9 years old and read in class IV. Tanisha stands 1st and Kamarujjaman stands 2nd in their class. Tanisha wants to be a doctor and her brother wants to be a policeman. Their father works as a labourer in a factory. He dreams to give his children best care and education, but extreme poverty turns everything bleak and imposible. OFINS stood beside them and provided the children all educational suport that they could hardly afford.
Now, both the children are regular students of ‘Anweshan-Child Development Centre’. Run by OFINS. They are happy now as they enjoying every moment at their shool. There is a smile on their father’s face as he knows in his heart that one day his children will surely touch the height of success in their lives.
“Every child has a special talent which is needed to identify and nurture from the very early days”
Sk. Aminul is a bright student and now he is studing in class 3. He stands first in his calss. He is obviously the first learner from their family and both of his parents are day labourers. Their child’s education has never been a priority to them.Their main fight is with poverty that has never let them think something big for their son.
OFINS has took the initiative to make these people think about their child’s future. They committed themselve to shoulder the burden of these poor childrens’ education through ‘Anweshan’
Aminul’s parents stood overwhelmed with tears in their eyes when their son stood first in the class. Now they want to do anything required for their child’s education. Now on holidays, Aminul missed his school and his friends Now Aminul will grow and stand on his feet.
Kamarujjaman and Tanisha are very pretty twin siblings. They are 9 years old and read in class IV. Tanisha stands 1st and Kamarujjaman stands 2nd in their class. Tanisha wants to be a doctor and her brother wants to be a policeman. Their father works as a labourer in a factory. He dreams to give his children best care and education, but extreme poverty turns everything bleak and imposible. OFINS stood beside them and provided the children all educational suport that they could hardly afford.
Now, both the children are regular students of ‘Anweshan-Child Development Centre’. Run by OFINS. They are happy now as they enjoying every moment at their shool. There is a smile on their father’s face as he knows in his heart that one day his children will surely touch the height of success in their lives.
“Every child has a special talent which is needed to identify and nurture from the very early days”
Sk. Aminul is a bright student and now he is studing in class 3. He stands first in his calss. He is obviously the first learner from their family and both of his parents are day labourers. Their child’s education has never been a priority to them.Their main fight is with poverty that has never let them think something big for their son.
OFINS has took the initiative to make these people think about their child’s future. They committed themselve to shoulder the burden of these poor childrens’ education through ‘Anweshan’
Aminul’s parents stood overwhelmed with tears in their eyes when their son stood first in the class. Now they want to do anything required for their child’s education. Now on holidays, Aminul missed his school and his friends Now Aminul will grow and stand on his feet.
Swami Vivekananda's quote, “If the poor boy cannot come to education, education must go to him,” underscores our commitment to providing education for all. Education is vital for a child’s growth and development, particularly for those from financially disadvantaged backgrounds. As privileged individuals, we have a responsibility to uplift those less fortunate and ensure that economic challenges do not hinder a deserving student’s access to education.
Our scholarship program is designed to support meritorious students from underprivileged backgrounds, offering financial aid from Class V to the Higher Secondary level. This initiative encourages both students and their families to aspire to higher education or pursue non-formal and technical training, paving the way for sustainable careers.
To qualify for the scholarship, students must participate in the Sushen Memorial Merit Test. The top 10 successful candidates receive scholarships, empowering them to overcome financial barriers and fulfill their educational aspirations. By investing in these young minds, we contribute to a brighter future for individuals and the community as a whole.
31500+ students participated
Over 100 schools covered
100+ Scholarship
50+ teachers in our examiner panel
To help the meritorious students continue their studies through formal/ general and non-formal/ technical/ other educational way.
To encourage the families to continue the studies of their children.
The target age group are of students from 10 to 18 years.
Barasat Block I & Barasat Block II, others parts of North 24 Parganas
Kamarujjaman and Tanisha are very pretty twin siblings. They are 9 years old and read in class IV. Tanisha stands 1st and Kamarujjaman stands 2nd in their class. Tanisha wants to be a doctor and her brother wants to be a policeman. Their father works as a labourer in a factory. He dreams to give his children best care and education, but extreme poverty turns everything bleak and imposible. OFINS stood beside them and provided the children all educational suport that they could hardly afford.
Now, both the children are regular students of ‘Anweshan-Child Development Centre’. Run by OFINS. They are happy now as they enjoying every moment at their shool. There is a smile on their father’s face as he knows in his heart that one day his children will surely touch the height of success in their lives.
“Every child has a special talent which is needed to identify and nurture from the very early days”
Sk. Aminul is a bright student and now he is studing in class 3. He stands first in his calss. He is obviously the first learner from their family and both of his parents are day labourers. Their child’s education has never been a priority to them.Their main fight is with poverty that has never let them think something big for their son.
OFINS has took the initiative to make these people think about their child’s future. They committed themselve to shoulder the burden of these poor childrens’ education through ‘Anweshan’
Aminul’s parents stood overwhelmed with tears in their eyes when their son stood first in the class. Now they want to do anything required for their child’s education. Now on holidays, Aminul missed his school and his friends Now Aminul will grow and stand on his feet.
Kamarujjaman and Tanisha are very pretty twin siblings. They are 9 years old and read in class IV. Tanisha stands 1st and Kamarujjaman stands 2nd in their class. Tanisha wants to be a doctor and her brother wants to be a policeman. Their father works as a labourer in a factory. He dreams to give his children best care and education, but extreme poverty turns everything bleak and imposible. OFINS stood beside them and provided the children all educational suport that they could hardly afford.
Now, both the children are regular students of ‘Anweshan-Child Development Centre’. Run by OFINS. They are happy now as they enjoying every moment at their shool. There is a smile on their father’s face as he knows in his heart that one day his children will surely touch the height of success in their lives.
“Every child has a special talent which is needed to identify and nurture from the very early days”
Sk. Aminul is a bright student and now he is studing in class 3. He stands first in his calss. He is obviously the first learner from their family and both of his parents are day labourers. Their child’s education has never been a priority to them.Their main fight is with poverty that has never let them think something big for their son.
OFINS has took the initiative to make these people think about their child’s future. They committed themselve to shoulder the burden of these poor childrens’ education through ‘Anweshan’
Aminul’s parents stood overwhelmed with tears in their eyes when their son stood first in the class. Now they want to do anything required for their child’s education. Now on holidays, Aminul missed his school and his friends Now Aminul will grow and stand on his feet.
LIt would have been almost impossible for me to continue my studies after my Madhyamik exam.as my father could not afford buying all those books of higher secondary course. It was OFINS who not only provided me with most of the required books but also promised me to provide me with all kind of support that I would require for my education. Thank you team OFINS.
Established in 2003, Pragati-Book Bank by OFINS aims to support students from disadvantaged backgrounds by providing free books, helping them expand their knowledge and achieve their academic and career goals. In a community largely composed of poor and lower-middle-class families, this initiative offers vital relief to students who cannot afford educational materials. Additionally, the organization occasionally covers examination fees for students in need.
Initially, we collected used books through door-to-door campaigns. However, due to frequent syllabus changes, we now supply new books to students from Class IX to XII and beyond, based on their requirements. Each year, at least 100 students benefit from this initiative, receiving the resources they need to continue their education.
Beyond book distribution, Pragati-Book Bank also provides financial assistance to students struggling to pay school fees due to extreme poverty. Through this effort, we are committed to breaking the barriers to education, ensuring that no student is left behind due to financial constraints.
Book Bank now has 300+ text books
2000+ students benefited
Over 30 schools engaged
Door-to-Door Campaign
To provide free text book to the needy students for their studies
To provide school fees for the economically backward students.
To provide service to the needy studentsto successfully compete their educational pursuit
The target age group are of students from 10 to 18 years.
Barasat Block I & Barasat Block II, others parts of North 24 Parganas
Kamarujjaman and Tanisha are very pretty twin siblings. They are 9 years old and read in class IV. Tanisha stands 1st and Kamarujjaman stands 2nd in their class. Tanisha wants to be a doctor and her brother wants to be a policeman. Their father works as a labourer in a factory. He dreams to give his children best care and education, but extreme poverty turns everything bleak and imposible. OFINS stood beside them and provided the children all educational suport that they could hardly afford.
Now, both the children are regular students of ‘Anweshan-Child Development Centre’. Run by OFINS. They are happy now as they enjoying every moment at their shool. There is a smile on their father’s face as he knows in his heart that one day his children will surely touch the height of success in their lives.
“Every child has a special talent which is needed to identify and nurture from the very early days”
Sk. Aminul is a bright student and now he is studing in class 3. He stands first in his calss. He is obviously the first learner from their family and both of his parents are day labourers. Their child’s education has never been a priority to them.Their main fight is with poverty that has never let them think something big for their son.
OFINS has took the initiative to make these people think about their child’s future. They committed themselve to shoulder the burden of these poor childrens’ education through ‘Anweshan’
Aminul’s parents stood overwhelmed with tears in their eyes when their son stood first in the class. Now they want to do anything required for their child’s education. Now on holidays, Aminul missed his school and his friends Now Aminul will grow and stand on his feet.
Kamarujjaman and Tanisha are very pretty twin siblings. They are 9 years old and read in class IV. Tanisha stands 1st and Kamarujjaman stands 2nd in their class. Tanisha wants to be a doctor and her brother wants to be a policeman. Their father works as a labourer in a factory. He dreams to give his children best care and education, but extreme poverty turns everything bleak and imposible. OFINS stood beside them and provided the children all educational suport that they could hardly afford.
Now, both the children are regular students of ‘Anweshan-Child Development Centre’. Run by OFINS. They are happy now as they enjoying every moment at their shool. There is a smile on their father’s face as he knows in his heart that one day his children will surely touch the height of success in their lives.
“Every child has a special talent which is needed to identify and nurture from the very early days”
Sk. Aminul is a bright student and now he is studing in class 3. He stands first in his calss. He is obviously the first learner from their family and both of his parents are day labourers. Their child’s education has never been a priority to them.Their main fight is with poverty that has never let them think something big for their son.
OFINS has took the initiative to make these people think about their child’s future. They committed themselve to shoulder the burden of these poor childrens’ education through ‘Anweshan’
Aminul’s parents stood overwhelmed with tears in their eyes when their son stood first in the class. Now they want to do anything required for their child’s education. Now on holidays, Aminul missed his school and his friends Now Aminul will grow and stand on his feet.
LIt would have been almost impossible for me to continue my studies after my Madhyamik exam.as my father could not afford buying all those books of higher secondary course. It was OFINS who not only provided me with most of the required books but also promised me to provide me with all kind of support that I would require for my education. Thank you team OFINS.
In remote villages, students often lack awareness of career options and guidance in developing career plans, unlike their urban counterparts. Our goal is to bridge this gap by equipping these students with knowledge about various career pathways, empowering them to make informed decisions about their future.
OFINS conducts educational workshops and career counseling sessions primarily for students aged 16 to 21+. These initiatives are led by renowned educationists, placement professionals from technical colleges, and experts from diverse fields such as Engineering, Law, Arts, and both Government and Non-Government sectors.
Through their valuable insights and guidance, these professionals provide students with critical information on navigating their career paths and choosing suitable options based on their interests and skills. By offering such targeted support, we aim to help students in remote areas develop clear career goals and make well-informed choices, paving the way for a brighter, more secure future.
32+ Workshop & Seminar Conducted
Over 3500+ students benefited
Over 23 educational institution engaged
25+ Expertise from different fields
To help the total development of students.
To help in the proper choice of courses as per quality.
To help in the proper choice of careers.
To help the students in vocational development.
To identify and motivate the students from weaker sections of society
The target age group of children are from 16 to 21+ years.
Barasat Block I & Barasat Block II, others parts of North 24 Parganas
Kamarujjaman and Tanisha are very pretty twin siblings. They are 9 years old and read in class IV. Tanisha stands 1st and Kamarujjaman stands 2nd in their class. Tanisha wants to be a doctor and her brother wants to be a policeman. Their father works as a labourer in a factory. He dreams to give his children best care and education, but extreme poverty turns everything bleak and imposible. OFINS stood beside them and provided the children all educational suport that they could hardly afford.
Now, both the children are regular students of ‘Anweshan-Child Development Centre’. Run by OFINS. They are happy now as they enjoying every moment at their shool. There is a smile on their father’s face as he knows in his heart that one day his children will surely touch the height of success in their lives.
“Every child has a special talent which is needed to identify and nurture from the very early days”
Sk. Aminul is a bright student and now he is studing in class 3. He stands first in his calss. He is obviously the first learner from their family and both of his parents are day labourers. Their child’s education has never been a priority to them.Their main fight is with poverty that has never let them think something big for their son.
OFINS has took the initiative to make these people think about their child’s future. They committed themselve to shoulder the burden of these poor childrens’ education through ‘Anweshan’
Aminul’s parents stood overwhelmed with tears in their eyes when their son stood first in the class. Now they want to do anything required for their child’s education. Now on holidays, Aminul missed his school and his friends Now Aminul will grow and stand on his feet.
Kamarujjaman and Tanisha are very pretty twin siblings. They are 9 years old and read in class IV. Tanisha stands 1st and Kamarujjaman stands 2nd in their class. Tanisha wants to be a doctor and her brother wants to be a policeman. Their father works as a labourer in a factory. He dreams to give his children best care and education, but extreme poverty turns everything bleak and imposible. OFINS stood beside them and provided the children all educational suport that they could hardly afford.
Now, both the children are regular students of ‘Anweshan-Child Development Centre’. Run by OFINS. They are happy now as they enjoying every moment at their shool. There is a smile on their father’s face as he knows in his heart that one day his children will surely touch the height of success in their lives.
“Every child has a special talent which is needed to identify and nurture from the very early days”
Sk. Aminul is a bright student and now he is studing in class 3. He stands first in his calss. He is obviously the first learner from their family and both of his parents are day labourers. Their child’s education has never been a priority to them.Their main fight is with poverty that has never let them think something big for their son.
OFINS has took the initiative to make these people think about their child’s future. They committed themselve to shoulder the burden of these poor childrens’ education through ‘Anweshan’
Aminul’s parents stood overwhelmed with tears in their eyes when their son stood first in the class. Now they want to do anything required for their child’s education. Now on holidays, Aminul missed his school and his friends Now Aminul will grow and stand on his feet.
LIt would have been almost impossible for me to continue my studies after my Madhyamik exam.as my father could not afford buying all those books of higher secondary course. It was OFINS who not only provided me with most of the required books but also promised me to provide me with all kind of support that I would require for my education. Thank you team OFINS.
With the rising cases of rape, sexual assault, and molestation, the safety of children has become a major concern for parents. Kids are vulnerable even in places considered safe, such as daycare, schools, or even within the family. Introducing them to the concept of Good Touch and Bad Touch is crucial to their protection.
It is not just the responsibility of parents but also of teachers and NGOs to educate children on this sensitive topic. As part of this mission, OFINS has initiated an educational program focused on teaching children about Good Touch and Bad Touch in a supportive and age-appropriate manner.
Our sessions are designed to be engaging and informative, using interactive activities, videos, slideshows, and quizzes to communicate important safety messages. Through this approach, our experts create a friendly environment that helps children understand the concept clearly and empowers them to take the necessary steps for their own safety.
300+ students participate
500+ parents engaged
Over 11 schools covered
% of awareness among students & parents increased
To teach the concept of good touches and bad touches.
To teach the body safety rules and understanding of sexual abuse.
To make clear children’s comprehension about touches that are sexual abuse torches versus non-sexual abuse touches.
The target age group of children are from 7 to 14 years.
Barasat Block I & Barasat Block II, others parts of North 24 Parganas
Kamarujjaman and Tanisha are very pretty twin siblings. They are 9 years old and read in class IV. Tanisha stands 1st and Kamarujjaman stands 2nd in their class. Tanisha wants to be a doctor and her brother wants to be a policeman. Their father works as a labourer in a factory. He dreams to give his children best care and education, but extreme poverty turns everything bleak and imposible. OFINS stood beside them and provided the children all educational suport that they could hardly afford.
Now, both the children are regular students of ‘Anweshan-Child Development Centre’. Run by OFINS. They are happy now as they enjoying every moment at their shool. There is a smile on their father’s face as he knows in his heart that one day his children will surely touch the height of success in their lives.
“Every child has a special talent which is needed to identify and nurture from the very early days”
Sk. Aminul is a bright student and now he is studing in class 3. He stands first in his calss. He is obviously the first learner from their family and both of his parents are day labourers. Their child’s education has never been a priority to them.Their main fight is with poverty that has never let them think something big for their son.
OFINS has took the initiative to make these people think about their child’s future. They committed themselve to shoulder the burden of these poor childrens’ education through ‘Anweshan’
Aminul’s parents stood overwhelmed with tears in their eyes when their son stood first in the class. Now they want to do anything required for their child’s education. Now on holidays, Aminul missed his school and his friends Now Aminul will grow and stand on his feet.
Kamarujjaman and Tanisha are very pretty twin siblings. They are 9 years old and read in class IV. Tanisha stands 1st and Kamarujjaman stands 2nd in their class. Tanisha wants to be a doctor and her brother wants to be a policeman. Their father works as a labourer in a factory. He dreams to give his children best care and education, but extreme poverty turns everything bleak and imposible. OFINS stood beside them and provided the children all educational suport that they could hardly afford.
Now, both the children are regular students of ‘Anweshan-Child Development Centre’. Run by OFINS. They are happy now as they enjoying every moment at their shool. There is a smile on their father’s face as he knows in his heart that one day his children will surely touch the height of success in their lives.
“Every child has a special talent which is needed to identify and nurture from the very early days”
Sk. Aminul is a bright student and now he is studing in class 3. He stands first in his calss. He is obviously the first learner from their family and both of his parents are day labourers. Their child’s education has never been a priority to them.Their main fight is with poverty that has never let them think something big for their son.
OFINS has took the initiative to make these people think about their child’s future. They committed themselve to shoulder the burden of these poor childrens’ education through ‘Anweshan’
Aminul’s parents stood overwhelmed with tears in their eyes when their son stood first in the class. Now they want to do anything required for their child’s education. Now on holidays, Aminul missed his school and his friends Now Aminul will grow and stand on his feet.
LIt would have been almost impossible for me to continue my studies after my Madhyamik exam.as my father could not afford buying all those books of higher secondary course. It was OFINS who not only provided me with most of the required books but also promised me to provide me with all kind of support that I would require for my education. Thank you team OFINS.