About Asha Seattle

Asha for Education is a non-profit organization dedicated to bringing about socio-economic change in India primarily through education. We pride ourselves on being an action group that keeps the administrative expenses to 3% and disburses 97% of donations to our partner groups in India.

Seattle chapter of Asha, formed in December 1994, actively supports development initiatives in health care and livelihood, care for people with special needs, and gender issues in addition to education related projects. We are one of the largest of Asha’s 46 chapters worldwide, stewarding 32 of Asha’s 180 grassroots partner projects across India and providing 20% of Asha’s annual donations alone.

You can learn more about the Asha for Education parent organization here.

We look forward to your support in realizing our mission!

Donate

To make a tax-deductible donation, click here.

CharityNavigator has given Asha a perfect score for the last 7 years in a row based on our transparency and accountability, and in 2020 recognized Asha as one of the top charities in the world providing COVID-19 relief to the most vulnerable communities in the world.

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Work for a large company? You may be able to donate through Benevity or have your employer match your gift—instantly doubling your impact for education in India. Check your company’s Benevity portal or ask HR if Asha for Education is eligible, then select us as your charity of choice. We have listed some of the top companies on our Matching donation to know more.

Volunteer

As a 100% volunteer-run charity, we’re always looking for more eager volunteers who are passionate about our cause!
If you’re interested in volunteering with us, please fill in our new volunteer form.

Events
  • Geetanjali 2024

    Welcome to the 19th edition of Geetanjali, Puget Sound’s largest Tamil Music concert! Tickets now available for April 27th @ Edmonds Center for Performing Arts, Edmonds.

  • Train to Educate

    Join Team Asha’s year-round Running, Yoga, & Strength training program to help you achieve your fitness goals, while supporting the education of underprivileged children in India!

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