Vaagdhara Competitors

PRADAN (Professional Assistance for Development Action) is a non-government, non-profit organisation that works with smallholder farmers in rural India. Across ten states in the country, PRADAN professionals engage with disadvantaged communities to help them emerge from poverty and lead a life of dignity. PRADAN promotes Self-Help Groups, develops locally relevant economic activities, mobilises finances from government schemes, and introduces models to improve livelihoods of the marginalised communities and sustain their progress. As of 31st March 2026, PRADAN along with partners, impacted the lives of 3.07 million rural households spread across 29.449 villages, in 761 community development blocks, 154 districts, and 10 states of India.

Pratham Education Foundation (Pratham) is one of the largest education NGOs in India with a record of innovative, rigorously evaluated programs that have inspired similar programs across three continents. With a history spanning 30 years, Pratham’s work today extends from programs for early and elementary years to girls and women, and youth skilling.

Ashoka is the world's largest network of social entrepreneurs and a global leader in social innovation. We champion social entrepreneurs who are shifting systems and creating new and better frameworks for society.