CIN: U88900PN2023NPL219491 | Incorporated: 13 April 2023 | Active Status | Registered office: Shukrawar Peth, Pune – 411002
Community Participation
Rural Education
Skill Development

SUSTENO FOUNDATION

Advancing Sustainable Development through |

SDGs Agriculture Education Rural Development Community Participation SDGs Agriculture Education Rural Development Community Participation
Who We Are

About Susteno Foundation

Transforming Lives, Building Sustainable Futures

We have started our Special Regional Office for the Vidarbha Region at Amravati — the Sustainable Development Centre — having collaboration with the NGOs as the District Coordinator of the SDC for their respective districts in Amravati and Nagpur divisions. We plan to start our regional centres for the remaining divisions and District Coordinators for all districts in Maharashtra from 2027.

Our work spans across agriculture & maize development, education, natural resource management, entrepreneurship, human development, skill & career guidance, consultancy services, and training of trainers (TOT) programs.

Registered Non-Profit Official MCA Registration
Active MCA Status Fully Compliant & Active
All Maharashtra Coverage 6 Revenue Divisions • 36 Districts
UN SDGs Aligned 17 Sustainable Goals
Our Vision & Mission

Our Vision & Mission

Guided by a clear vision and driven by purpose, we work towards building sustainable communities across India.

Our Vision
01 — Our Vision

A Sustainable Future for All

To create a world where every community thrives through sustainable development, equitable access to resources, and empowered participation in shaping their future.

We envision a society where innovation and tradition harmoniously coexist to build resilient, self-sufficient communities across India.

Global Vision Community First Sustainable Growth
02 — Our Mission

Driving Change on the Ground

To advance sustainable development by implementing innovative programmes in agriculture, education, natural resource management, and human development.

We build capacities through training, research, and community action, empanelling sector experts and fostering partnerships to achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals.

Agriculture Education Capacity Building
What Drives Us

Our Core Values

Six fundamental principles that guide every decision and action in our sustainable development journey

Sustainability

Building solutions that endure for generations, protecting our planet's resources.

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Innovation

Embracing creative solutions and cutting-edge approaches to drive progress.

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Integrity

Maintaining transparency and ethical standards in all our operations.

03
Inclusivity

Ensuring equitable opportunities and representation for every community member.

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Excellence

Striving for the highest quality in every programme and service we deliver.

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Accountability

Taking responsibility and delivering measurable impact in every initiative.

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Global Goals We Champion

17 Sustainable Development Goals

Our programmes are strategically aligned with the United Nations SDGs to create measurable, lasting impact across communities.

01 No Poverty
02 Zero Hunger
03 Good Health
04 Quality Education
05 Gender Equality
06 Clean Water
07 Clean Energy
08 Decent Work
09 Innovation
10 Reduced Inequalities
11 Sustainable Cities
12 Responsible Consumption
13 Climate Action
14 Life Below Water
15 Life on Land
16 Peace & Justice
17 Partnerships
Our Centre

Sustainable Development Centre (SDC) — Vidarbha

We have started our Special Regional Office for the Vidarbha Region at Amravati — the Sustainable Development Centre — collaborating with NGOs as District Coordinators in Amravati and Nagpur divisions. We plan to establish regional centres for the remaining divisions and District Coordinators for all districts in Maharashtra from 2027.

Regional Office — Vidarbha

Amravati • Vidarbha SDC • Since 2023

We are currently focused on the Vidarbha Region, covering 11 districts across the Amravati and Nagpur revenue divisions. Our Special Regional Office at Amravati — the Sustainable Development Centre — collaborates with NGOs as District Coordinators for these districts. We plan to establish regional centres for the remaining divisions and District Coordinators for all 36 districts in Maharashtra from 2027.

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Vidarbha Region — Active Districts
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Amravati
Akola
Buldhana
Washim
Yavatmal
Nagpur HQ
Wardha
Bhandara
Gondia
Chandrapur
Gadchiroli
Maharashtra Revenue Divisions Vidarbha Active
Konkan Planned 2027
7 districts
Nashik Planned 2027
5 districts
Pune Planned 2027
5 districts
Chh. Sambhajinagar Planned 2027
8 districts
Amravati ★ Active
5 districts
Regional Office — Vidarbha
Nagpur ★ Active
6 districts
Our Work

Programmes & Projects

Discover our key focus areas designed to empower communities, strengthen livelihoods, and advance sustainable development across regions.

Agriculture & Maize Development

Promoting sustainable farming practices, maize value chain development, and farmer capacity building.

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Education

Enhancing access to quality education, digital literacy, and educational infrastructure development.

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Natural Resource Management

Watershed development, soil conservation, water management, and biodiversity preservation.

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Entrepreneurship

Fostering rural entrepreneurship, SHG development, microenterprise promotion, and market linkages.

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Human Development

Health, nutrition, women empowerment, and social welfare programmes for holistic development.

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Skill & Career Guidance

Vocational training, career counselling, placement assistance, and professional development.

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Consultancy Services

Project design, monitoring & evaluation, impact assessment, and organizational development.

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Training of Trainers (TOT)

Building master trainers, curriculum development, and institutional strengthening programmes.

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Our Reach

Impact Statistics

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Trainings Conducted
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Beneficiaries Reached
Empowering People

Training & Capacity Building

Creating skilled communities through practical learning, leadership development, and sustainable action.

Training Programme
75+

Trainings Completed

Capacity Building

Building Capacities

We design and deliver training programmes that strengthen communities, institutions, and organizations to create sustainable impact and long-term development outcomes.

Certified Programmes

Industry-recognized courses designed to enhance practical knowledge and professional skills.

Online & Offline Learning

Flexible delivery formats to ensure accessibility and participation from diverse communities.

Expert Faculty

Learn directly from experienced trainers, researchers, practitioners, and development professionals.

Knowledge Network

Sector Experts Portal

Agriculture Experts

Crop science, soil management, irrigation technology specialists

35+ Experts

Education Experts

Curriculum design, pedagogical innovation, EdTech specialists

25+ Experts

Environment Experts

Climate change, biodiversity, sustainable resource management

20+ Experts

Development Professionals

Project management, M&E, social impact assessment

30+ Experts

Health & Nutrition

Public health, nutrition science, community health workers

20+ Experts

Technology & Innovation

Digital solutions, AgriTech, renewable energy systems

20+ Experts
Knowledge Hub

Research & Publications

Research Paper

Sustainable Maize Production in Vidarbha Region

A comprehensive study on sustainable maize cultivation practices and their impact on farmer livelihoods.

March 2024 PDF
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Report

Impact Assessment of SDC Programmes 2023-24

Annual impact report covering all SDC programmes across 11 districts of Vidarbha.

January 2024 PDF
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Policy Brief

Rural Entrepreneurship Development in Maharashtra

Policy recommendations for promoting rural entrepreneurship and livelihood diversification.

December 2023 PDF
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Stay Updated

News & Events

Event
15 MAR
Event

National Workshop on Sustainable Agriculture

Two-day national workshop bringing together farmers, experts, and policymakers.

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Training
10 MAR
Training

TOT Programme on Rural Entrepreneurship Launched

New Training of Trainers programme launched for entrepreneurship development.

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Announcement
05 MAR
Recruitment

Recruitment Notice: Programme Coordinators Required

Hiring programme coordinators for SDC operations in Vidarbha region.

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Collaborations

Our Partnerships