Supporting Our Work
Since 2017, support raised through Calcutta Connect has helped PRDS expand educational opportunities and community programmes across South 24 Parganas.
Supporting educational opportunities and community development.
PRDS first connected with Calcutta Connect, an Irish charitable organisation, in 2016 through a shared commitment to supporting education and opportunity for children and young people in rural West Bengal.
Following visits to the communities where PRDS works and discussions between both organisations, a funding partnership began in 2017. Since then, support raised through Calcutta Connect has enabled PRDS to expand its programmes, invest in facilities and reach more children, young people and families across the communities we serve.
While PRDS remains fully responsible for the management and delivery of its programmes, the long-term support provided through this partnership has helped create greater educational opportunities and strengthen community-based initiatives.
How Support Has Helped PRDS Grow
Since the partnership began, support raised through Calcutta Connect has helped PRDS strengthen its programmes, expand facilities and reach more communities.
First Connection
PRDS and Calcutta Connect first connect through a shared interest in supporting education in rural West Bengal.
Funding Begins
A formal funding partnership begins, helping PRDS expand its educational and community programmes.
Expansion Plans
Plans are launched to redevelop existing facilities and construct new centres in the communities PRDS serves.
New Facilities
New and redeveloped centres are completed, giving PRDS stronger facilities for education and community programmes.
Continued Support
PRDS now supports more than 1,300 participants annually across education, skills training and community initiatives.
Supporting Growth Across Multiple Areas
Long-term support raised through Calcutta Connect has enabled PRDS to strengthen existing programmes, expand to additional communities and invest in facilities that benefit children, young people and families every day.
Education Centres
Modern learning spaces providing pre-school education, academic support and scholarships for students across four communities.
Skills Training
Practical training programmes helping women and young people develop skills, confidence and income-generating opportunities.
Community Programmes
Mothers groups, health initiatives and community activities supporting wider social development and wellbeing.
Partnership Impact
Long-term support has helped PRDS grow its reach and strengthen the services available across its centres.
Creating Opportunities Through Sustained Investment
Meaningful change takes time. Building educational opportunities, strengthening communities and supporting children throughout their educational journey requires consistent investment over many years.
Support raised through Calcutta Connect has enabled PRDS to plan for the future, invest in facilities, employ local staff and expand programmes that benefit children, young people and families across the communities we serve.
This long-term commitment has helped create stronger foundations for the future and ensures that PRDS can continue providing opportunities for the next generation.
Supporting Opportunities for Future Generations
The progress achieved across our communities has been made possible through the generosity of supporters and the strength of long-term partnerships.
Together, we can continue creating opportunities for children, young people and families across South 24 Parganas for many years to come.