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30 Years of Service

30 Years of Transforming Lives & Empowering Communities

For nearly three decades, CERDS has been working alongside rural communities to create sustainable change. Every project, every partnership, and every act of generosity has helped improve lives and build stronger, self-reliant communities.

55K+ Lives Impacted
Impact at a Glance

Numbers That Tell Our Story

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Our Journey

A Journey of Impact 1996 → Today

From a small grassroots initiative to a trusted development organisation, every milestone has shaped who we are today.

1996
CERDS is Founded

CERDS was established with a powerful vision to empower rural communities across Andhra Pradesh, registered under the Indian Societies Registration Act XXI of 1860.

2004
Disaster Relief — Indian Ocean Tsunami

CERDS mobilised swiftly to provide relief, food, healthcare, and rehabilitation support to families devastated by the Indian Ocean Tsunami, demonstrating the organisation's humanitarian resolve.

2009
First Reverse Osmosis Water Plant

The first Reverse Osmosis drinking water plant was established, marking a turning point in CERDS's commitment to providing safe, clean drinking water to rural communities.

2015
Women Empowerment Programmes Expanded

CERDS significantly expanded its women empowerment and livelihood programmes, enabling hundreds of women to achieve financial independence through sewing machines, dairy units, and small businesses.

2020
Health, Education & Rural Resilience

Strengthened health camps, education support, and rural resilience initiatives. CERDS also provided COVID-19 relief support to vulnerable families during the pandemic.

Today
Working Across Multiple Sectors

Today, CERDS works across education, healthcare, safe water, livelihood promotion, women empowerment, sustainable agriculture, skill development, and disaster relief to build sustainable communities.

Creating Change

Creating Change Across Every Community

Our work spans across eight vital development sectors to ensure holistic, lasting transformation.

Education

Safe Drinking Water

Healthcare

Women Empowerment

Sustainable Agriculture

Skill Development

Livelihood Promotion

Disaster Relief

Success Stories

Every Number Represents a Human Story

Instead of only talking about statistics, here are real causes that are transforming lives through the support of our partners and donors.

Success Story: Sunita Devi — From Poverty to Prosperity
Story 08 Mar 2024

Success Story: Sunita Devi — From Poverty to Prosperity

Ganjam District, Odisha

How CERDS Women Empowerment Program transformed Sunita Devi's life in Ganjam district.

Awards & Recognition

Recognised for Excellence & Service

Our dedication to community service has been recognised by prestigious national organisations committed to honoring exemplary social work.

Bharat Vikas Ratan Award
Mother Teresa Excellence Award
Glory of India Award
Rashtra Vibhushan Award
National NGO Excellence Award
Lifetime Achievement Award
Our Partners

Partnerships That Multiply Impact

Meaningful change is created through strong collaboration. We are proud to partner with organisations that share our commitment to sustainable development.

NABARD
GiveIndia
GuideStar India
Danamojo
Betterplace
Government Departments
CSR Partners
Educational Institutions
Rotary Foundation
Community Organisations
NABARD
GiveIndia
GuideStar India
Danamojo
Betterplace
Government Departments
CSR Partners
Educational Institutions
Rotary Foundation
Community Organisations
Transparency in Action

Accountability You Can Trust

Trust is the foundation of every meaningful relationship. Every rupee contributed is managed with integrity, responsibility, and complete accountability.

Annual Reports

Detailed yearly reports outlining our programmes, achievements, and financial summaries.

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Financial Statements

Audited financial statements that provide complete visibility into how funds are utilised.

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Audit Reports

Independent audit reports verifying the responsible use of resources entrusted to CERDS.

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Registration Certificates

All statutory registrations including 12A, 80G, FCRA, CSR, and Societies Registration.

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Vision 2035

Looking Ahead

"While we are proud of what has been achieved over the past three decades, we believe our greatest impact is still ahead. By 2035, CERDS aims to expand its reach, strengthen more communities, and empower thousands of additional families through sustainable development."
Our Full Vision
Goals by 2035
Educate More Children Expand Safe Drinking Water Empower More Women Entrepreneurs Support Climate-Resilient Farming Improve Rural Healthcare Strengthen Youth Employability Build Disaster-Resilient Communities
Be Part of the Change

Be Part of the Next Success Story

Every achievement you have seen on this page began with someone who chose to care. Your support can help write the next chapter of hope for another child, another family, and another community.