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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.

Since 1996

1. Education

Support of basic educational needs to tribal / challenged / HIV and needy children
Support to school infrastructure
Support poor children to meet their study fee and primary needs i.e., laptop, study material etc
Conducting School Health Programs

Since 1996

2. Agriculture

Support poor farmers to have irrigation bore / open wells
Support poor farmers to have water saving and storage structures
Support farmers to grow horticulture crops
Support to promote organic, IPM and IDM practices in agriculture
Distribution of tarpaulin sheets to poor farmers to protect and dry their agri-products
Conduct exposure visits for farmers on best agri-practices

Since 1998

3. Environment

Promotion of household sanitary toilets to needy families
Tree plantation
Distribution of tree guards
Support to water conservation structures

Since 1998

4. Skill Training

Conducting of Skill oriented Training Programmes to un-employed youth
Distribution of Sewing Machines to women
Job placement with local / non local Institutions

Since 2004

5. Health

Nutrition cum Dry food provisions distribution to needy people ( HIV/ Aids, Old age, Special people, tribal families and sanitation workers)
Promotion of household sanitary toilets for having disabled / old age and HIV/Aids infected people
Conducting Medical and Health camps.
Support to emergency needs.
Awareness Generation Campaigns on Health, Hygiene and Environmental Practices
Wheel Chairs/Try-Cycles for special persons

Since 2008

6. Drinking Water

Installation of drinking water drilled bore wells
Installation of Reverse Osmosis plants
Awareness Generation Campaigns on Usage of Water Sources
Training Camps to Community Administrators on Water Management and Conservation Practices

Since 2008

7. Livelihood support

Fishing nets support to tribal fishermen families
Livestock support to widow/ disadvantaged woman

Since 2012

8. Emergency Needs

Support food provisions victims in drought / floods / fire accidents.
Distribution of tarpaulin sheets to protect huts during floods / cyclones
Emergency medical services

Since 2024

9. Welfare to sanitation workers

Distribution of uniforms / rain and winter coats
Distribution of dry food provisions
Distribution of personal hygiene kits
Distribution of water & ORS pockets in summer season

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.

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Stories Coming Soon

We are adding more success stories. Check back soon!

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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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Collaboration

Trusted Partnerships

Meaningful change is never created alone. CERDS has built strong collaborations with government departments, financial institutions, corporate CSR programmes, development agencies, and civil society organisations to expand the reach and effectiveness of our initiatives. We are proud to be associated with: