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Educational & Books Distribution Programme - 2019
Year: 2019
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Education & Skill Development
Programme at a Glance
₹
1,75,504
Budget Used
5,035
Total Reach
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1,007
Direct Beneficiaries
4,028
Indirect Beneficiaries
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1 : 4
Multiplier Effect
Executive Summary
The Education & Books Distribution Programme (2019) was designed as a holistic learning support intervention to address the “middle-school drop-off” among children from low-income urban slum communities in Jaipur. While school tuition was free, the rising hidden costs of education—textbooks, notebooks, geometry tools, and school bags—were pushing students, especially girls, out of school. With a total expenditure of ₹1,75,504, the programme supported 600 students by providing grade-specific, complete academic kits. The initiative achieved a direct impact on 1,007 individuals and an indirect impact on 4,028 people, demonstrating that strategic material support is a cornerstone of educational equity.
Key Findings
- Hidden educational costs are a major driver of middle-school dropout
- Providing a complete kit significantly improves attendance and participation
- Girls’ retention improves when provided dignified, comprehensive supplies
- Very low per-student cost can deliver high academic and social returns
- Educational support generates exponential community-level impact
Project Snapshot
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Educational & Books Distribution Programme - 2019 |
| Year | 2019 |
| Budget | ₹ 1,75,504 |
| Direct Impact | 1,007 |
| Indirect Impact | 4,028 |
| Total Reach | 5,035 |
Challenges & Learnings
Challenges
- Transporting 600 kits through narrow slum lanes during monsoon
- Migration of ~5% beneficiary families mid-academic year
- Difficulty in standardized academic comparison across school boards
Learnings
- Timing distribution with school reopening maximizes impact
- Durability of materials matters more than quantity
- Grade-specific kits outperform generic education aid
- Community trust increases when interventions are need-aware
Methodology
- Forensic audit of procurement and distribution records
- Mid-term household field verification (10% sample)
- Classroom observation of beneficiary readiness
- Focus group discussions with parents
- Multiplier effect calculation using household dependency ratio
Impact Analysis
- Collection and recycling of over 200 kg of old paper
- Promotion of responsible reuse of educational materials
Conclusion
The Education & Books Distribution Programme (2019) stands as a benchmark in cost-effective educational support. With an investment of ₹1,75,504, The Dream Welfare Society ensured that 600 children remained in school, directly impacted 1,007 lives, and indirectly influenced over 4,000 community members. By eliminating resource-induced dropout, the programme proved that small, precise interventions can create lasting educational equity and social transformation.
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