The people and purpose behind the work
A Section 8 non-profit founded in New Delhi in 2018, built on the belief that education, sport, and health can transform lives — regardless of background or ability.
The Foundation
Who we are
DR Foundation, known as DRF, is a Section 8 non-profit based in New Delhi. We work at the intersection of education, sport, and health, with a focus on underprivileged youth and persons with disabilities across India.
The foundation grew out of Project Checkmate, which began in April 2016 as on-ground chess training at the National Association of the Blind in R.K. Puram, New Delhi. When the programme outgrew its informal structure, it formalised as a registered non-profit.
Today, DRF runs scholarship programmes, chess training initiatives, and health partnerships across India, aligned to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals 3 (Good Health & Well-being) and 4 (Quality Education).
“To empower the world through education, sport, health, and sustainability through directed projects as well as impact investing.”
Section 8 Non-Profit Company under the Companies Act, 2013 — the Indian equivalent of a 501(c) charity. Profits are applied entirely to our mission; dividends are prohibited.
CIN: U92490DL2018NPL335483Support to the DR Foundation is tax-exempt under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act, 1961. Contact us via the website to learn about current support options.
Support via contact pageA-24/8, Mohan Co-operative Industrial Area, New Delhi — 110044.
For general enquiries, volunteering, or collaborations, please use the contact page.
Follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn under @d_r_foundation.
Our Partners
The organisations behind our work
Every programme we run is built on a partnership. These are the NGOs, clinics, and organisations who have worked alongside us to make change possible.
Our primary and longest-standing partner. Project Checkmate’s on-ground chess training, scholarship ceremonies, dental camps, and infrastructure support have all been delivered here.
Partner for NABCo-organised the Devajyoti Scholarships 2021 with DRF. Founded by Paralympic gold medalist Dr. Deepa Malik (Padma Shri, Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna) and her daughter Devika Malik.
Scholarship CollaborationThe first NGO partner for Project Checkmate, working with approximately 20 underprivileged children in Phase 1 of the programme.
Education CollaborationDelivered “Thoughts Aloud” mental health sessions for DRF students — an international collaboration supporting emotional wellbeing alongside academic progress.
Health CollaborationConducted telephonic menstrual hygiene education sessions for girls as part of DRF’s health initiatives — reaching students who may not otherwise have access to this information.
Health CollaborationDr. Ashu Gupta and Mr. Sarthak Gupta delivered in-person dental hygiene sessions at NAB, R.K. Puram. Mr. Sarthak Gupta also accompanied 10 students to the Annual Inter-NGO Sports Meet.
Health CollaborationPartnered with DRF to distribute reusable sanitary kits and educational booklets to women at Kushalta Vikas Kender, New Delhi — addressing menstrual health at a grassroots level.
Health CollaborationHosted an online lecture by Devanshi on the benefits of chess for their student community in March 2021, expanding awareness of Project Checkmate’s model across India.
Education CollaborationInterested in partnering with us?
We welcome corporates for CSR initiatives, NGOs with aligned vision, and organisations who want to host Devanshi as a speaker.
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