WHO WE ARE? WHAT WE DO?

The word "ASTITVAM" represents the idea of supreme existence—something that has always been present, even before anything else existed, and will continue to exist even when everything else is gone. It reflects the belief that this supreme element lives everywhere and within every human being.

Astitvam is a group of dedicated people who are trying to understand, reach, and spread this higher awareness in society. The foundation believes in inner growth, kindness, and collective responsibility toward people, culture, and nature. For the past several years, the founding members of the Astitvam Foundation have been working with dedication for the social upliftment of talented youth and skilled entrepreneurs in the state of Uttarakhand. Their efforts focus on providing guidance, opportunities, and support so that young people can build a better future for themselves and their communities. The journey began with a strong determination and a positive vision in 2012. This vision took an organized and official form in 2021 with the registration of ASTITVAM FOUNDATION as a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO).

Today, Astitvam Foundation works in many important areas. These include the revival of traditional knowledge and resources, promotion of creative and spiritual education, restoration of abandoned Isht and deity temples, rescue and care of abandoned animal families, empowerment of students, and protection of a healthy and sustainable environment. Through these efforts, Astitvam Foundation aims to build a better society—one that respects culture, supports humanity, and lives in harmony with nature.

Volunteer run Non-profit organization, Astitvam Foundation was proudly registered in Uttarakhand state of India; Under Society Registration Act XXI Of 1860 | Astitvam Foundation can be verified through the Registration No. UK06608122021007549

The universe is constantly changing, and everything around us is moving very fast. In today’s time, kindness and compassion—known as Karuna in the ancient Vedic language of Hindu scriptures—are believed to be the most important values that still hold society together. Karuna means showing care, understanding, and love toward all living beings. Astitvam Foundation believes that compassion is the foundation of a better world. With this belief, the foundation has started several compassionate initiatives aimed at bringing positive change in society.

These initiatives are carried out through various non-profit activities focused on social reform. The foundation works to support people in need, protect nature and animals, preserve culture and traditions, empower women, and guide youth toward a meaningful and responsible life.

Through acts of kindness, service, and awareness, Astitvam Foundation strives to create a more caring, balanced, and harmonious society for present and future generations.

REFORM UNIVERSE

Driving positive change through plantation drives, creative education, Sex awareness education, anti-drug campaigns, cleanliness initiatives, spiritual awareness and fitness motivation.

TENDING TEMPLES

Dedicated to the renovation, reconstruction, and aesthetic restoration of damaged and abandoned cave (Udyar) temples, Isht Devta, Kul Devta, Bhoomi Devta and sacred mythological sites.

Spreading awareness for the revival and preservation of gradually vanishing cultural rituals, natural water resources, traditional architectural styles, and the ancient art of Tibari wood carving.

SECURE TRADITIONS

ASTITVAM's INITIATIVES !!!

Is Astitvam Foundation a registered entity?

Yes, Astitvam Foundation is registered under the Societies Registration Act, 1860 (Central Act, 21 of 1860)

What are the Prime objectives of Astitvam Group?

The list is much longer than our resources, but AF is still trying to cover all the major issues through its social activists, volunteers, and Astitvam Reformers. A few prime objectives are mentioned here.

🔸Providing Creative & Spiritual Education To The Youth. Devloping Their Creative Skills. (Painting, Carving, Handicrafts & Sculpture etc.)
🔸Plantation, Plant Distribution & Plant Conservation For The Environment.
🔸Reforming Water Resources & Conservation of ancient Water Sources.
🔸Animal Serving, Rescue & Feeding.
🔸Working for the Reformation, Re-Construction and Beautification of the damaged and abandoned Temples, through conservation of rock carving art.
🔸Securing Traditional Houses, Ancient Resources, Art Forms & Rich Culture.

How long has the Astitvam Foundation been functioning?

The founding members of Astitvam Foundation have been continuously working for the Social Upliftment of Bright Youths and Skilled Entrepreneurs in the State of Uttarakhand for the last few years. Since 2012, the determination and positive vision to create a better Society & Environment, was started in 2021 through the registration of “ASTITVAM FOUNDATION”, a Non-Governmental Organization.
The Astitvam Foundation does not force anyone to be a part of any revolutionary movement, but rather encourages everyone to be the revolution.

“Reforming ourselves is better than reforming the universe.” -Astitvam Foundation

What is the source of funding to the AF?

For the past several years, AF has been spending its own capital collected from the core team members of Astitvam Foundation.

Through this website, AF is asking for donations to expand its reforming functionalities.

What does Astitvam Foundation do?

Astitvam Foundation is functioning for Healthy Environment, Creative Education, Reviving Traditions & Reforming Universe.
Team AF is mainly working in the Uttarakhand state of India through various forms of social activities like cleanliness drives, reviving ancient water resources, securing rare traditions, promoting rich culture, and motivating people regarding their moral responsibilities, etc.

Can I join the volunteers at Astitvam Foundation?

Anybody can perform various reforming activities by volunteering to AF. Volunteering is not only an activity but also an emotion that always puts one in an ecstatic state by helping and healing someone.
Yes, anyone can be an Astitvam Reformer, but there are a few conditions for being a volunteer for AF.

• Volunteers must not be involved in any criminal or fraudulent activity.

• As a volunteer, never sexually abuse or mentally harass another person.

• A volunteer should never be a short-tempered or mentally disturbed person.

• Volunteering activities must not be done in any kind of intoxicated condition.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS !!!

ABOUT ASTITVAM

Since 2012, a journey rooted in compassion, determination, and a positive vision toward building a better society and environment has been steadily evolving. This vision took a formal shape in 2021 with the registration of ASTITVAM FOUNDATION, a Non-Governmental Organization. Astitvam Foundation works with dedication toward a healthy environment, creative education, revival of traditions, and holistic universal reform. The foundation’s path reflects an ancient proverb that defines its purpose and perseverance:
“There is delay, but no denial” — also expressed as “God’s mill grinds slowly, but surely.”

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The Astitvam Foundation is not driving a revolution—it is awakening one within every individual. Real change begins with awareness and conscious action. The call is simple: Be the Revolution.
Join us—because only you can change your universe.

Nainital, Uttarakhand
For more details, suggestions or enquiries; Mail us at astitvamfoundationcare@gmail.com

ARTICLES

CONTACT

• BAAKHLI : A Colony Of Traditional Houses

• TIBARI : A Prosperous Wood Carving Art

• JAANTAR : Hand Operated Stone Grindmill

• GHARAAT : Water Based Mill Mechanism

• NAULA : A Natural Water Resource System

• Shelter, Food & Care Taking Of Gau-Vansh

• Preservation Of Abandoned Isht Temples

• Give Yourself An Opportunity, Everyday

• On Creative Note, Every Child Is An Artist

• Do you have any social responsibilities?