Our Story
Grassroots NGO empowering rural communities in Maharashtra — Est. 2013
Our Journey
Est. 2013 · Gatewadi, Parner, Maharashtra
Vanashree Gramvikas Pratishthan is a grassroots non-profit organisation rooted in Gatewadi, Parner taluka, Ahilyanagar district, Maharashtra. Dedicated to transforming rural communities through sustainable development, we work directly with villagers to address challenges in environmental conservation, education infrastructure, and community wellbeing.
What began as a small group of concerned citizens planting saplings on barren hillsides has grown into a movement. Today, with over 1,000 trees planted, a school water tank constructed, and regular cleanup drives across the taluka, Vanashree touches lives through three core programmes — afforestation, education & infrastructure, and environmental action — each designed to create lasting, measurable impact in the communities we serve.
Our Mission
To empower rural communities with the resources, knowledge, and opportunities they need to build sustainable and prosperous futures — one tree, one child, one village at a time.
Our Vision
A self-reliant rural Maharashtra where every village is green, every child is educated, and every community thrives in harmony with nature.
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Journey So Far
Key Milestones
Planted over 1,000+ native trees across Gatewadi and surrounding villages
Constructed a concrete drinking water tank at Gatewadi primary school
Received community land donation for environmental conservation projects
Conducted regular cleanup drives across 15+ villages in Parner taluka
Supported educational infrastructure for 200+ rural students
Want to be part of our journey?
We're always looking for passionate individuals to contribute their time, skills, or resources.