Apply for Student Aid Keeping You in Education
Please read the eligibility criteria and documentation guidelines carefully before applying. We provide school/college fees, examination charges, books, and uniforms to deserving students facing financial distress.
Eligibility Criteria
To ensure donor funds reach those in genuine distress, Aaghaz Foundation strictly adheres to the following nine foundational criteria.
Challenging Backgrounds
Financial assistance is provided exclusively to those applicants who come from genuinely challenging socio-economic backgrounds where education is at risk.
Priority Categories
Orphans, girl children, differently-abled students, and children suffering from chronic or rare diseases are given the highest evaluation priority.
No Overseas Studies
Aaghaz does not support applicants pursuing higher education abroad. Financial aid is restricted entirely to recognized institutions across India.
Doctoral Exclusions
PhD and post-doctoral research candidates are not eligible for financial assistance under the standard student aid scheme.
In-Person Field Survey
Aaghaz conducts compulsory physical, in-person verification of the applicant's residence, financial status, and academic enrollment records.
One Academic Year
Assistance is sanctioned strictly for one academic year at a time. Continuing support requires submitting fresh annual marksheets and fee updates.
Government Institutions Preferred
Students enrolled in government or aided institutions are preferred over high-fee private or commercial educational institutes.
Moral Repayment Bond
Applicants may be requested to sign a moral bond agreeing to help educate other needy children in the future once they gain steady employment.
Donor Accountability Video
Applicants may be asked to record a short introductory video of themselves shared confidentially among Aaghaz members or for impact updates.
Documents to Keep Ready
Please ensure you have clear digital copies (PDF or JPG) of these documents before filling your application to ensure speedy field verification.
Available Volunteer Roles
Pick an area where your skills, location, and schedule can create the highest impact for our students.
Field Volunteer
Conduct in-person home visits, meet families, and verify student living conditions and academic needs in your local city or town.
Online Mentor
Connect with high school or college students weekly via video calls to guide them with homework, study habits, and career advice.
Stories & Content
Help document scholar transformations, interview students, take photos during field visits, or assist with social media.
Fundraising & Outreach
Organize local awareness initiatives, coordinate book donation drives, and help connect potential donors with verified student cases.
How to Join Us
Fill the Form
Complete the brief volunteer registration form below with your city, contact, and areas of interest.
Quick Phone Call
A coordinator will reach out for a 10-minute chat to understand your weekly availability and background.
Orientation
A concise orientation covering Aaghaz student verification guidelines, child protection, and case reporting.
Your First Case
You will be paired with an experienced senior volunteer for your first home visit or mentorship session.
Volunteers in Action
Documenting Impact Across India
Help a child finish school this year.
Many children in India still do not get the chance to go to school. While we cannot solve this big problem overnight, we can change a child's life one at a time. Your donation will help one child stay in school. Start helping today.