Akshaya Patra (Aak-sh-ayah pa-tra) is the world’s largest NGO school meal program, providing mid-day school lunches to over 2.25+ million children in over 24,000 schools across India every day.

If you are a resident of the U.K., you can avail tax exemption by making a donation on https://akshayapatra.org.uk/donate-india , the U.K. chapter of The Akshaya Patra Foundation. If you are a resident of any country other than the US or UK, you can donate online through www.akshayapatra.org

The Akshaya Patra program originated to address child hunger and promote education. The results were immediate, as headmasters of the first AP-supported schools reported an increase in attendance and marked improvements in student health and academic performance.

Akshaya Patra USA engages thousands of volunteers, youth ambassadors, and donors in the United States to raise funds and awareness in support of the Foundation’s mission to end childhood hunger. Delivering over 2.4M hot, nutritious meals every day so children focus on education rather than hunger.

Mar 16, 2025 · With the generous support of individuals, foundations, and corporations, Akshaya Patra USA amplifies the impact of this life-changing initiative, enabling donors in the United States to contribute to a transformative cause.

Akshaya Patra (Aak-sh-ayah pa-tra) is the world’s largest NGO school meal program, providing hot, nutritious school lunches to over 2 million children across India daily. Akshaya Patra USA...

Akshaya Patra USA is the result of an extraordinary public-private partnership to address one of India’s greatest challenges – to ensure that its next generation becomes healthy, educated adults and productive members of Indian society.

Akshaya Patra USA deeply values the well-being of children and families impacted by the Los Angeles wildfires. We understand that mental health plays a critical role in a child’s overall development and future.

Akshaya Patra means "the unlimited bowl of abundance and sustenance." Beginning in 2000 serving 1,500 meals to a small group of local schools, with frugal innovation and a focus on efficiency...

Every child deserves a chance to learn and grow without the burden of hunger. Akshaya Patra is on a mission to make this a reality by providing nutritious meals to school children, ensuring they have the fuel they need for a brighter future. Your support makes a difference!