A canvas painted with the gold of desert dunes under the scorching sun. Where ancient forts guard bustling bazaars, and palaces shimmer in rose and ivory stone. A place where folk music rises with the wind, and camels sway gently against the horizon.
But beneath this grandeur of royalty lies another side, one of quiet resilience. Here, women walk miles with brass pots balanced on their heads; farmers coax life out of arid soil; children chase kites against the wind in narrow village streets. It’s a place of extremes, yet also of endless resilience, color, and creativity.
Yes, this is Rajasthan.
A land that dazzles the world with its alluring beauty, but also hides countless unsung stories of struggle and strength. And right here, away from the spotlight, Helplocal India will share 10 grassroots NGOs of Rajasthan changing and saving lives every single day.
Let’s meet them 👇
1. Sambhali Trust – Empowering Women and Children in Jodhpur
In the Blue City of Jodhpur, beyond the painted houses, Sambhali opens doors for women and children. Through classrooms filled with laughter, hands learning stitch and needlework, and women discovering the strength in their own stories, the organization crafts not just skills, but builds dignity.
This NGO from Rajasthan runs a tapestry of projects that touch nearly every corner of empowerment, including Saheli (their vocational & self-help microfinance initiative), Project Garima for members of the LGBTQIA+ community, the No Bad Touch / Aadarsh program for child safety and abuse prevention, their educational & scholarship programs, and many more.
Website: sambhali.org
Contact details: +91 78499 07439 , info@sambhali.org
2. Vaagdhara – For True Farming and True Childhood
With the motto True Farming, True Childhood, True Governance, Vaagdhara roots its work in three core “truths” that shape every action they take.
Serving as a bridge between tradition and modernity in Rajasthan’s southern tribal belts, their work reminds us that sustainability is not about abandoning heritage but about strengthening it for future generations.
This NGO from Rajasthan have impacted over 130,000 families living in 1,168 villages across three states — Rajasthan, Madhya Pradesh, and Gujarat.
Website: vaagdhara.org
Contact details: +91 94140 82643, vaagdhara@gmail.com
3. Jatan Sansthan – Efforts That Uplift Communities
Jatan Sansthan has been working across southern Rajasthan since 2001, reaching more than 70,000 people in 1,300+ villages through health, education, and gender justice programs.
NGO in Rajasthan truly embodies its name (“Jatan” means effort, striving, perseverance) by investing in wide-ranging work that lifts entire communities.
Website: www.jatansansthan.org
Contact details: +91 87641 07533, mailto:hr@jatansansthan.org
4. Raksha – Protecting Birds and Wildlife in Jaipur
India Today reports that competitive kite-flying, a popular custom during the Makar Sankranti festival, kills hundreds of birds that get entangled in manja. Raksha acts as the unseen guardian of such animals hurt by human festivities and urban hazards.
This nonprofit from Rajasthan mobilizes volunteers and works to shift mindsets through school audiences and community awareness about environmental sustainability and humanity.
Since 2003, they have rescued 15,000 birds, around 1,200 mammals, and 6,000 reptiles in and around Jaipur, releasing many back into their natural habitats.
You can do your part too — if you see an injured bird, don’t hesitate to call Raksha at +91-9828500065. Every call could help save a life.
Contact details: +91 9828500065
5. Barefoot College – Lighting Villages Through Women’s Power
In a little village near Ajmer, Barefoot College demonstrates that wisdom knows no age and solutions do not require a degree.
Here, rural women, sometimes grandmothers, learn as solar engineers, bringing light to villages untouched by electricity. Along with solar power, Barefoot promotes clean water, health, and education.
This NGO from Ajmer, Rajasthan is a living illustration of how resilience, when given the right tools, can transform the world.
Website: www.barefootcollege.org
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6. Spectra – Inclusion for All in the City of Lakes
In the City of Lakes, Spectra works effortlessly for inclusion — for children who learn differently, for individuals who move differently, for lives that deserve to shine without labels.
Their vision is simple: a Rajasthan where no one is left behind.
Its mission revolves around nurturing communities through a multifaceted approach: safeguarding child rights, advancing women’s development, raising awareness, protecting the environment, ensuring food security, promoting sanitation, expanding educational opportunities, and fostering rural industries for sustainable income.
A standout project is the Integrated Livelihood Development Program (ILDP) in Ratakhurd, Alwar. Women join Self-Help Groups, learning skills in agriculture, dairy, and goat rearing.
Website: spectra.org.in
7. Animal Protection Society – Compassion in Action, Udaipur
Animal Protection Society in Udaipur, Rajasthan, rescues and rehabilitates injured and abandoned animals, providing medical care and rehoming pets in need.
Their social media highlights heartwarming rescues, like dogs and street animals treated and released back to safe homes.
This NGO in Rajasthan also encourages the community to report injured animals, fostering compassion and responsibility.
Website: animalsprotectionsociety.org
Contact details: +91 9468957783, helpline.aps@gmail.com
8. Tarun Bharat Sangh – Reviving Rivers and Communities
Since 1975, Tarun Bharat Sangh (TBS) has revived Rajasthan’s landscape by restoring ancient water systems, rejuvenating rivers, and strengthening village self-governance.
Rooted in Gram Swaraj, TBS links water conservation to livelihoods, health, agriculture, and education, seeing water as the lifeline of communities.
With 13,800 water structures and dozens of rivers restored, TBS proves that village solutions can scale everywhere.
Website: tarunbharatsangh.in
Contact details: +91-7597914465, office@tarunbharatsangh.in
9. GRAVIS – Gandhian Development for Desert Communities
Founded in 1983 in Jodhpur, GRAVIS (Gram Vikas Vigyan Samiti) NGO is rooted in the Gandhian philosophy of Sarvodaya — “all rising, but the last person first.”
Their mission is to promote the collective rise of men, women, and children, regardless of economic state, age, caste, or religion.
Over four decades, this nonprofit in Jodhpur, Rajasthan have transformed lives in more than 1,500 villages through water conservation, education, healthcare, and sustainable livelihoods.
Website: www.gravis.org.in
Contact details: +91 291 2785116, email@gravis.org.in
10. Hunar Shakti Foundation – Empowering Women and Children in Dholpur
Based in Dholpur, they turn skill and education into tools of transformation. Their Bachpan Bachao Abhiyan (“Save Childhood Movement”) partners with 300+ government schools, reaching over 20,000 students and protecting them from child labor.
Alongside, their 40+ skill centers have trained 7,500 women and girls in tailoring, beauty, and vocational trades, while more than 20,000 students have registered across their programs.
Website: hunarshaktifoundation.org
Contact details: 7014918544, hunarshaktifoundation@gmail.com
NGOs in Rajasthan
Rajasthan’s spirit shines not just in its palaces and deserts but in the quiet efforts of NGOs transforming lives every day. From empowering women and educating children to protecting animals and restoring nature, these organizations are bringing real change where it’s needed most. Their stories reflect courage, compassion, and community.
You can be part of this transformation too. Visit their websites, volunteer, or donate to support their incredible work. Every small action — a click, a share, a contribution — helps build a stronger, kinder Rajasthan. Together, we can turn hope into lasting change.
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Anne Moses
Anne Moses is a literature student who finds beauty in words and contradictions of life. With curiosity and compassion, she blends storytelling with social themes to highlight communities and causes that matter. Her writing seeks to inspire reflection, resilience, and change by connecting readers with voices making a meaningful difference. Contact her on anne.moses247@gmail.com
