About Us
Established in the early 1990s as a grassroots volunteer initiative, Utthaan has grown into a charitable organization committed to social welfare. Formally registered under the Societies Registration Act in 1995, and subsequently under the Haryana Societies Registration Aet, 2012, Utthaan has been consistently expanding its scope to address the needs of marginalized communities.
Initially, Utthaan focused on supporting laborers in Gurgaon's unorganized sectors, including mat workers and brick-kiln laborers in the districts of Bhiwani and Mahendragarh, a primary education project of Haryana Govt funded by World Bank. Over the years, its activities have evolved to encompass diverse areas of social impact, including healthcare, environmental conservation, and youth engagement.
Key Milestones
- AIDS Advocacy (2000s):Partnered with the Haryana AIDS Control Society to implement an awareness and support initiative across the districts of Yamuna Nagar and Panchkula in Haryana.
- Wellness Promotion (2005): Established the Anahat Yoga Center in Sector 57, Gurgaon, to advocate for healthy living through yoga and holistic wellness.
- Environmental Conservation (2010): Launched the flagship program Vriksh Mitra, organizing tree plantation drives in Gurgaon’s Biodiversity Park in partnership with corporate stakeholders. This initiative has been lauded for its sustainable impact and serves as a model for replication. This was conducted by Utthaan in partnership with Cairn Energy Limited, Municipal Corporation Gurgaon and American Embassy School.
- Heath Care Initiative (2025): In partnership with corporate donors and technical & implementing partner DocOnline; Utthaan initiated heath care camps in Gujarat and Bihar. In Gujarat, the corporate partner is Truhome Finance Ltd and for Bihar, financial support is being provided by IFFCO Kisan Finance Limited.
Key Initiatives
- Vriksh Mitra Program: A highly acclaimed environmental conservation effort, Vriksh Mitra has organized annual plantation drives for over 15 years, earning recognition from corporate entities and government organizations.
- Youth Volunteer Program: This initiative engages students from grades 10-12 in projects ranging from elder care to environmental advocacy. Participating schools from the National Capital Region have consistently contributed to Utthaan’s mission, fostering a sense of social responsibility among youth.
