DevkiDwar Foundation
Rooted in Compassion. Committed to Change.
Guided by the timeless values of our Founding Chairman Late Shri Dwarkadas B. Didwaniya and his wife Late Sau. Devki Dwarkadas Didwaniya, the DevkiDwar Foundation is the heart of Didwaniya Group’s social vision. Dedicated to uplifting lives through education, healthcare, animal welfare, environmental sustainability, and rural empowerment, the Foundation strives to build a more inclusive, compassionate, and self-reliant society — one act of service at a time.
"True service lies not in charity alone, but in the creation of opportunities, dignity, and purpose for all."
- Late Shri Dwarkadas B. Didwaniya
The DevkiDwar Foundation is the non-profit and community development wing of the Didwaniya Group, established with a singular vision: to empower individuals, preserve India’s cultural identity, and create inclusive, sustainable progress for all. Inspired by the compassionate ideals of Late Shri Dwarkadas B. Didwaniya, the Foundation carries forward a generational commitment to social upliftment, leadership development, and nation-building.
Registered as a Section 8 Company under the Companies Act, 2013, the Foundation is based in Maharashtra and works actively across the length and breadth of India.
DevkiDwar Foundation represents the heart of the Didwaniya Group’s corporate social responsibility—blending tradition with progress, and vision with grassroots action.
Our Purpose
At the core of our mission lies a deep belief in the transformative power of youth, education, culture, and collaborative social development. Through our programs and partnerships, we aim to:
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Empower young people by nurturing their leadership potential, fostering innovation, and guiding them toward becoming responsible citizens.
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Strengthen economic self-reliance by encouraging youth entrepreneurship, providing mentorship, access to resources, and promoting financial literacy.
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Preserve India’s rich cultural legacy, especially stories of the freedom struggle and historical milestones that shaped our identity as a nation.
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Promote civic awareness and environmental consciousness among youth to help them take ownership of the challenges that shape our communities and planet.
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Encourage global cooperation through international exchanges and cross-border collaborations in public diplomacy, climate action, and sustainable development goals (SDGs).
What We Do
DevkiDwar Foundation operates at the intersection of education, cultural preservation, entrepreneurship, and social advocacy. Our work includes:
Educational Outreach & Career Guidance
We conduct learning programs, workshops, and counselling sessions focused on life skills, vocational training, and employment readiness for youth and underserved communities.
Entrepreneurship Support Programs
Through access to mentors, knowledge, and funding channels, we help young entrepreneurs transform ideas into enterprises—fueling innovation and economic inclusion.
Cultural Awareness & Heritage Projects
We engage in campaigns, exhibitions, and documentation efforts to safeguard India’s intangible cultural heritage, promoting pride and continuity of tradition.
Community and Climate Action
Whether it’s organizing environmental drives, working on rural sanitation, or facilitating dialogue on pressing social issues, we encourage active youth participation in real-world problem-solving.
Strategic Partnerships
We collaborate with government bodies, NGOs, educational institutions, and international agencies to amplify our impact and reach wider audiences.
Our Guiding Principles
Service Over Profit: All income and resources of the Foundation are reinvested toward our social objectives. We do not distribute profits or dividends.
Pan-India Reach: Our initiatives span the entire country—from urban slums to rural villages—ensuring no community is left behind.
Transparency & Accountability: We maintain true accounts of every project, audited annually and governed in accordance with the highest ethical standards.
Collaboration-Driven Impact: We believe long-term change is possible only through meaningful collaboration between people, institutions, and sectors.
Why We Exist
In a time when the world needs compassionate leadership, inclusive innovation, and a reconnection with values, DevkiDwar Foundation stands as a bridge—between tradition and transformation, between youth aspirations and opportunities, between local action and global purpose.
It is not just a foundation. It is a movement to rebuild India from the ground up, with dignity, identity, and purpose.