Twenty years ago, Association for India's Development embarked on a remarkable journey – walking on roads less travelled, reaching out to the marginalized, who are central to the processes of change. Our mission: to facilitate a life of dignity and self-reliance for all in India. We have stayed the course, thanks to your contributions.

However, as the glare of a shining India blinds our vision and the hubris of a higher GDP lengthens the shadows, what keeps the beacons of hope glowing? You will discover some of these stories of courage, conviction and change, that YOU helped support, as you read about our work.

No contribution is too small or too large – whether it is $0.25 or $100 a day - when we recall that more than 320 million Indians are living with less than $0.50 (Rs. 26) a day.

When you give to AID, you don’t just make a charitable contribution; you become a partner in the process of development that empowers the poor to live a life with dignity, having control over decisions that affect their and their children’s lives. You become a part of the wave to ensure just, equitable and sustainable development in India.

Our goal is to raise $250,000 through this annual online fundraising campaign.

Invite your friends, family and colleagues to become partners with AID ... be an agent for change, by becoming an advocate for the poor.