NGO/Trust
AmrUsha Foundation: Empowering NGOs & Section-8 Companies with Government-Funded Startup Schemes
AmrUsha Foundation plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between non-profits (NGOs) and Section-8 companies and government-funded schemes under initiatives like Startup India, Ministry of IT, MSME, NITI Aayog, and other central/state departments. Recognizing that many social enterprises struggle with funding, compliance, and scalability, the foundation provides end-to-end support to help them leverage these opportunities effectively.
Key Support Areas:
- Startup India & DPIIT Recognition
- Guides NGOs/Section-8 firms in securing Startup India certification, enabling access to tax benefits, funding, and incubation support.
- Assists in filing for patents, trademarks, and IPR protection under government subsidies.
- Ministry of IT & Electronics (MeitY) Grants
- Helps tech-driven NGOs apply for TIDE 2.0, MSH, and other MeitY schemes supporting digital innovation.
- Facilitates cloud credits, AI/ML grants, and cybersecurity funding for non-profits in edtech, healthtech, and agritech.
- MSME & Entrepreneurship Schemes
- Connects organizations with CGTMSE loans, PMEGP, and SFURTI for financial aid and skill development.
- Supports women-led NGOs in accessing Stand-Up India and Mahila Samriddhi Yojana funds.
- NITI Aayog & CSR Partnerships
- Aids in drafting proposals for NITI Aayog’s SAGY, Atal Innovation Mission (AIM), and CSR collaborations with corporates.
- Provides grant-writing workshops to improve success rates in securing funds.
- State & International Funding
- Links NGOs with state startup policies (e.g., Kerala Startup Mission, Rajasthan Innovation Lab).
- Facilitates applications for UN SDG-aligned grants and global accelerators.
Impact & Success Stories
AmrUsha has helped 50+ NGOs/Section-8 firms secure grants, incubations, and mentorship, driving scalable social impact. By simplifying bureaucratic processes and offering tailored consultancy, the foundation ensures that mission-driven organizations thrive with government support.