Odisha Rising

Chandrasekharpur, Nandankanan Road, Bhubaneswar
info@odisharising.in

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We’re Advancing the Growth Stories of Odisha to the Globe

Odisha Rising Foundation (ORF) is an impact-driven social enterprise founded by a team of dedicated pravasi entrepreneurs with a shared vision to empower tribal and underserved communities across Odisha through innovative, technology-enabled projects. ORF’s core mission is to unite rural communities across the state, mobilizing them to drive localized, sustainable change. Every initiative undertaken by ORF aligns with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), reflecting the organization’s strong commitment to creating measurable and lasting impact.

Odisha Rising Foundation empowers Odisha’s tribal communities through innovation and technology, driving sustainable change.

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Mission, Vision &
Core Values

Our Mission

To empower communities through Innovation, Collaboration and Sustainable Solutions that Promote a Thriving Odisha.

Our Vision

Envision Odisha as the Eptitome of progress, inclusivity, and Sustainability State for all.

Core Values

We prioritize community, accountability, innovation, excellence, and collaboration in all we do.

Our Work

EDUCATION

At Odisha Rising Foundation, we believe that education is the foundation of a thriving society. Our mission is to ensure quality education and equal learning opportunities for all, with a special focus on marginalized communities, including children from economically weaker sections, tribal areas, and children with special needs.

EMPLOYIBILITY

Empowering Communities Through Education and Skill Development Odisha Rising Foundation is committed to building an inclusive and equitable society by ensuring access to quality education, skill development, and opportunities for independent living. Through our dedicated programs, we offer specialized interventions, vocational training, and essential resources to empower children and youth across Odisha to lead confident, self-reliant lives.

EMERGENCY

Odisha Rising Foundation is dedicated to providing immediate relief and long-term recovery support to vulnerable communities affected by natural disasters. Odisha, being prone to cyclones, floods, and other calamities, requires timely intervention to minimize the impact on lives and livelihoods. Our disaster response initiatives focus on rapid relief distribution and rehabilitation.

ENVIRONMENT

Driving Sustainable Change Through Environmental Action We are dedicated to promoting environmental sustainability and climate resilience across communities in Odisha. Through awareness campaigns, eco-friendly initiatives, and capacity-building programs, we work towards encouraging sustainable practices, and empowering individuals to become active stewards of the environment.

EQUALITY

Advancing Inclusion, Empowering Lives we believe that true progress begins with equality. The are committed to foster a fair and inclusive society where every individual—regardless of gender or background—has the opportunity to thrive.

Our Approach

Odisha Rising Foundation (ORF) adopts an approach that centers on addressing critical socio-economic challenges of our targeted volunteer at the local level. All our projects are designed by SPIERS model which is effective and impactful. Our S.P.I.E.R.S. approach entails develop of our solutions that are Sustainable, Practical, Innovative, Effective, Replicable, and Scalable integrating these key attributes into our initiatives, (we strive to drive positive change create lasting impact in the communities we serve).

Impact of ORF

Reaching out to help vulnerable children has been ORF’s core purpose. Take a look at the number of lives that we have impacted until the last year.

Family/Household

Emergency Relief Support Provided

Children

Received quality education, STEM learning through school adoption and 1Re Tuition Lab Program

Youths

Employed after skill training and Entrepreneurship program

Farmers

Trained with organic farming, FPO/PO MIS and Marketing training

Parents

Benefited by Mental Health and Wellness Awareness Program

Women

Empowered by financial inclusion and digital literacy

Aspirational blocks

in Balangir, Dhenkanal, Gajapati, Kandhamal, Kalahandi, Koraput, Malkangiri, Nabarangur, Nuapada, Rayagada and Kendujhar

Parents and Teachers trained in Indian Sign Language

Sign Language Interpreters trained in Odisha

Persons with Disabilities get special education, therapies and vocational training

Area Of Operations

The Odisha Rising Foundation (ORF) works across 14 districts of Odisha, focusing on vulnerable and marginalized communities—especially tribal populations, women and children, youth, and persons with disabilities. With a head office in Bhubaneswar and zonal offices in Koraput, Kalahandi, and Kendujhar, our decentralized model ensures strong local presence and responsive action. By collaborating with communities, government, and partner organizations, we implement need-based programs that drive sustainable development and equitable growth, empowering those who need it most and building a more resilient future for Odisha.

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