About The Akshaya Patra
Foundation USA
We help fund nutritious school meals in India so children can learn without hunger.
Who We Are
Akshaya Patra Foundation USA is a US 501(c)(3) nonprofit that raises funds and awareness for The Akshaya Patra Foundation's school meal programs in India. Together, we support nutritious morning breakfasts and mid-day meals that improve attendance, retention, and learning outcomes for children in underserved communities.
Your Donation → Their Meal
Why School Meals Matter
236 million children in India face food insecurity
A school meal changes attendance, attention, and futures
How Meals Reach Children
Scale of the Program (2025)
From 1,500 Meals to Billions
Founded in 2000, the program began by serving 1,500 meals a day in five schools in Bengaluru. As results grew, the model scaled through innovative kitchens and efficient delivery systems that help serve hot, nutritious meals at large volume.
Evidence and Accountability
Independent studies show improvements in attendance, retention, and dropout rates among children in the program. Learn More
Kitchens follow strong quality and safety standards, including ISO practices and structured quality checks throughout the production and delivery chain. Learn More
Financial Transparency
We publish annual reports, audits, and IRS Form 990s so supporters can give with full confidence. Every dollar is accounted for and directed toward our mission.
