“AN OUNCE OF ACTION IS BETTER THAN A POUND OF INTENT”

ABOUT VEEDO

'VEEDO' VOLUNTARY EDUCATIONAL AND ECONOMICAL DEVELOPMENT ORGANISATION Is A Non-Governmental, Non-Profit, Non-Sectorial Voluntary Organisation Committed To Advancing Education, Health Promotion, And Socio-Economic Development Across Tamil Nadu And Neighbouring States Of India. Registered Under The Tamil Nadu Societies Registration Act 27 Of 1975, VEEDO Has, Over 36 Years Of Sustained Service, Evolved Into A Trusted Grassroots Institution With An Extensive Network Of Beneficiaries, Community Leaders, Stakeholders, Civil Society Organisations, Volunteers, And Partner NGOs. Its Reach Spans Primary, Secondary, And Tertiary Levels Of Intervention, Enabling Inclusive And Participatory Development At Scale. Through Its People-Centred Approach, VEEDO Has Consistently Addressed Structural Inequalities And Social Vulnerabilities, Working Closely With Marginalised And Underserved Communities To Foster Resilience, Dignity, And Self-Reliance.

OVERVIEW

VOLUNTARY EDUCATIONAL AND ECONOMICAL DEVELOPMENT ORGANISATION”, (VEEDO) Is Fully Compliant With All Statutory And Regulatory Requirements Mandated By The Government Of India At Both The State And Central Levels, In Accordance With The Indian Constitution. VEEDO Is Registered Under The Tamil Nadu Societies Registration Act, 1975 (Registration No. 67/92) And Under The Foreign Contribution Regulation Act (FCRA) With Registration No. 075940342. The Organization Is Approved Under The Income Tax Act, 1961, Holding Registration Under Section 12A(A) And Section 80G(5) & (IV), With Permanent Account Number (PAN) AAAAV2178H And Tax Deduction And Collection Account Number (TAN) CHEVO7773D. VEEDO Is Also Registered With NITI Aayog Through The DARPAN Portal (Registration No. TN/2017/0164122), Holds A Legal Entity Identifier (LEI) With Registration No. 984500Y14D6F4C0DFA08, And Is Eligible For Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR-I) Partnerships Under Registration No. CSR00041691. Over The Past Three And A Half Decades, VEEDO Has Received Numerous Awards, Commendations, And Public Recognitions From Governmental, Non-Governmental, And Independent Bodies, Affirming Its Credibility, Transparency, And Social Impact. The Organization Has Consistently Rendered Sustainable And Compassionate Services To Suppressed, Depressed, And Oppressed Communities, Addressing Entrenched Socio-Economic Inequities With Professionalism, Ethical Integrity, And A Strong Emphasis On Community Ownership.

Our Vision

To Emerge As A Globally Credible And Socially Transformative Organisation, Championing Equity, Justice, And Inclusive Development, And Contributing Meaningfully To The Creation Of A Fair And Humane Society In India And Beyond.

Our Mission

To Empower Marginalised And Vulnerable Populations By Addressing Social Challenges Through Education, Health Promotion, Capacity Building, And Sustainable Livelihood Interventions; Wherever Inequity, Exclusion, Or Injustice Is Encountered.

OUR MOTTO

Education, Health Promotion, And Socio-Economic Development Through People

CORE VALUES

• Dedication We Demonstrate Unwavering Commitment To Social Justice And Human Development, Guided By Compassion, Perseverance, And A Deep Sense Of Responsibility Towards The Communities We Serve.

• Accountability & Ownership We Uphold The Highest Standards Of Institutional Accountability, Taking Full Ownership Of Our Actions, Decisions, And Outcomes, While Remaining Answerable To Beneficiaries, Donors, Partners, And Regulatory Authorities.

• Transparency We Practise Openness And Integrity In Governance, Financial Management, And Programme Implementation, Ensuring Clarity, Trust, And Ethical Stewardship Of Resources At All Levels.

• Excellence In Professionalism We Pursue Excellence Through Evidence-Based Interventions, Continuous Learning, Skilled Leadership, And Adherence To International Best Practices In Development Work, Ensuring Impact, Sustainability, And Credibility.

OUR BOARD OF EXECUTIVE MEMBERS

OUR MILESTONE

Voluntary Educational And Economical Development Organisation (VEEDO) Was Founded In 1992 By Dr V. Sampath, Chairman, A Dedicated Social Worker Driven By A Strong Humanitarian Vision To Uplift Neglected, Marginalised, And Underserved Communities. What Began As A Small Initiative Focused On Basic Education For Women And Children Gradually Evolved Into A Multi-Sectoral Development Organisation. Responding To Emerging Social Realities And Community Needs, VEEDO Steadily Expanded Its Interventions Year After Year, Strengthening Its Reach, Capacity, And Impact. Over More Than Three And Half Decades Of Sustained Service, VEEDO Has Played A Transformative Role In Empowering Vulnerable Populations To Become Confident, Skilled, Healthy, And Economically Resilient. The Organisation’s Milestones Reflect A Journey From Grassroots Literacy Initiatives To Comprehensive Development Programmes That Address Education, Health, Livelihoods, Sanitation, Environmental Sustainability, And Social Inclusion. Today, VEEDO Stands As A Trusted Civil Society Institution, Committed To Transforming Disadvantaged Sections Of Society Into Vibrant, Self-Reliant, And Forward-Looking Communities, Capable Of Facing Life’s Challenges With Dignity And Confidence.

Comprehensive coverage’s

• Non- Formal Education to the dropouts

• AIDS prevention activities to the risk population

• National environmental activities to the students and general groups

• Model literacy programme to the needy illiterates

• Innovative training to the Adi Dravida Girls

• Central Rural Sanitary programme to the needy rural people.

• Farmer organization and turnover to the farmer groups

• Palm leaves Articles training to the peer groups

• Crèches to the poor children

• Social marketing to the risk population

• SHG’s promotion to the Women Groups

• Vermi – compost to the farmer groups

• ISM & H promotion to the Rural people

• Reproductive child health to the rural people

OUR SUPPORTERS

VEEDO’s Work Is Strengthened By A Diverse And Dedicated Network Of Partners—Spanning State And Central Government Departments, Private Sector Institutions And CSR Partners, And Individual Donors And Philanthropists. Together, This Collective Support Allows VEEDO To Expand Its Programmes While Upholding The Highest Standards Of Accountability, Transparency, And Measurable Impact.

OUR AFFILIATION

VEEDO Has Established Strong Affiliations And Collaborative Partnerships With A Wide Spectrum Of Government Departments, National And International Organizations, Professional Bodies, And Civil Society Networks. These Affiliations Significantly Enhance VEEDO’s Programme Delivery, Technical Capacity, And Institutional Credibility. VEEDO Works Closely With Reputed Institutions And Agencies Such As TNVHA, CIOSA, SSEG, JAIHIND, The District Collectorate Of Kancheepuram, APAC–VHS, TANSACS, CAPART, The World Bank, UNICEF, Literacy India Trust, Seva Bharath, Rajiv Gandhi Foundation, Public Works Department (PWD), NABARD, THADCO, National Institute Of Sports (NIS), YRG CARE, Centre For Entrepreneurship Development (CED), Meenakshi Mission Hospital, DRDA, Mahalir Thittam, DDHFW, DDH, DSWO, DEOS, Lions Club, Leo Club, Rotary Club, IMA Association, And Creators Fine Arts. Through These Strategic Partnerships, VEEDO Strengthens Its Outreach, Ensures Effective Implementation Of Development Initiatives, And Contributes Meaningfully To Sustainable Social And Community Development.