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One book can open a whole world

Books are the best source of knowledge, and knowledge is most useful when it is shared. Give a child a story, a textbook or a reason to keep learning.

Books being distributed to children at Kritagyata Trust
Why books matter

Knowledge grows when we share it

Interest in education is growing across India, and every child deserves access to the books that go with it: stories that build imagination, and textbooks and reference books that support school and professional learning.

The simplest way to support Kritagyata Trust is to spread the word. Tell your school, college, office or neighbourhood, and organise a book donation drive together.

Book donation drive supported by Kritagyata Trust
Books donated for children at Kritagyata Trust
Children at Kritagyata Trust
Book distribution at Kritagyata Trust
Book donations received by Kritagyata Trust
What to donate

Which books can you donate?

Children of different ages need different kinds of books. These are the types that help most; please confirm current needs with our team before you collect.

Storybooks

Picture books, fables and story collections that build a love of reading.

Textbooks and workbooks

School books and practice workbooks that support classroom learning.

General knowledge

Encyclopaedias, science, history and reference books for curious minds.

Career and professional learning

Books that help older students prepare for exams and future careers.

Good to know: books should be clean, complete and readable. Email or call us first so we can tell you what is needed most right now.

Ways to help

Three ways to give

01

Organise a book donation camp

Bring people together in your school, college, office, residential society or any place you choose.

Email us

02

Donate online

Prefer to give funds? Your contribution helps children directly, and donations are eligible for 50% tax exemption under Section 80G.

Donate now

03

Support through My Home

Learn about My Home, where Kritagyata Trust runs its book donation campaign for children.

Visit My Home

Suggested steps

Run a book drive in four steps

  1. Pick a place and dateSchool, college, office or society: wherever you can reach people.
  2. Talk to us firstCall or email us to confirm which books are most useful right now.
  3. Collect and sortGather books and group them by age and subject.
  4. Hand them overShare your photos with us so your community sees the difference.
CSR activity with Mitsui & Co. India Pvt. Ltd at Kritagyata Trust
For companies and teams

Bring your team into it

A book drive works well as a team activity. Companies such as Mitsui & Co. India Pvt. Ltd have joined Kritagyata Trust for CSR activities, and your office can take part too.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

Who can organise a book donation drive?

Anyone can. Schools, colleges, offices and companies, residential societies and community groups are all welcome to organise a drive in their own place.

What kinds of books do you accept?

Storybooks, textbooks and workbooks, general knowledge and reference books, and career-oriented books. Please contact us before collecting so we can confirm what is needed.

How do I hand over the books?

Get in touch by phone or email and our team will discuss how to deliver or arrange the books with you.

Can I donate money instead of books?

Yes. You can donate online, and donations to Kritagyata Trust are eligible for 50% tax exemption under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act.

Is a tax receipt available for book donations?

Please ask our team about receipts for book donations when you contact us. Online monetary donations are eligible for 80G benefits.

How can I support the Trust in other ways?

You can volunteer, celebrate a birthday with the children, sponsor a meal, or partner with us through your company’s CSR programme.

It is really nice to see the children happy and well educated.Shilpa, Google review

See more in our photo gallery, on YouTube, or learn how companies partner with us through CSR.

Get in touch

Ready to give a child the gift of reading?

Tell us about your school, office or community and we’ll help you plan your book drive.

Donations are eligible for 50% tax exemption under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act.


Donate Books to Rural School Children

One Notebook Can Change a Child’s Destiny: Donate Books to Rural School Children in India

Imagine a bright-eyed 10-year-old girl walking 4 kilometers to school every day, excited to learn… only to sit in class with empty hands because her family couldn’t afford even a single notebook.

This is the daily reality for lakhs of children in rural India. While cities debate smart classrooms and AI tools, thousands of rural school students still struggle with the most basic barrier — the lack of books and stationery.

For families surviving on daily wages, buying textbooks, notebooks, and pencils is often an impossible choice between food today or education tomorrow. Many children quietly drop out, not because they lack talent or motivation, but simply because they lack the tools to write, practice, and learn.

This is where your generosity becomes their turning point.

Introducing Vidya Spoorthi – Lighting the Spark of Learning

Through the Vidya Spoorthi initiative by Kritagyata Trust, we’re bridging this critical gap. Every year, we organize large-scale book donation drives across underserved areas in Karnataka and beyond. We distribute complete school kits — notebooks, textbooks, pens, pencils, geometry boxes, and age-appropriate reading books — directly to children in government schools.

The impact is immediate and visible:

  • Teachers report a sudden surge in classroom participation.
  • Children who once sat silently now confidently take notes and solve problems.
  • The simple act of owning their own books restores dignity and sparks joy in learning.

When every child has their own notebook, something magical happens — they stop being spectators and become active participants in their own future.

Why Your Support Matters

  • ₹500–₹1000 can fully equip one child for an entire academic year.
  • Your donation directly reaches motivated children from the most vulnerable families.
  • 100% of contributions through Kritagyata Trust are eligible for 80G tax exemption.

To receive your 80G tax donation certificate, kindly fill this form after donating:

👉 Submit Details for 80G Certificate

Easy Ways to Donate

Scan the QR Code below to donate instantly:

Kritagyata Trust Donation QR Code

👉 Or click here: Donate Now to Support Education

Every kit you sponsor creates a ripple effect — better learning outcomes, higher confidence, and stronger communities. Many of these children are first-generation learners. The books you help provide today could shape tomorrow’s doctors, teachers, engineers, and leaders.

Be the Reason a Child Dreams Bigger

You don’t need to be wealthy to make a difference. You only need to care.

Every rupee counts. Every book matters. Every child deserves a chance.

Don't just leave yet!

All children deserve to live in safe, nurturing homes
where they can feel valued and loved.

Get 50% tax exemption on your donation to Kritagyata under section 80G of the Income Tax Act.