Memorial Scholarships
Honoring legacies through the gift of education. Establish a perpetual or annual scholarship in the name of a loved one who has passed away, paying the fees of a talented student in need.
A sacred, enduring tribute that keeps giving life to young dreams.
Starting a scholarship in the name of a parent, child, mentor, or companion who has departed is one of the most meaningful ways to honor their memory. Your gift directly pays for the school or university fees of an aspiring young scholar.
Today, Aaghaz administers approximately 80 memorial scholarships annually. Recipients receive certificates carrying your loved one's name, and donors receive annual academic updates, marksheets, and personal progress letters.
Donor Options & Governance
You Define the Focus
Support single or multiple students, dedicate support for girls' education, or give preference to orphaned children.
Digital Tribute Card
We publish an official tribute card and biography on our website and social media honoring your loved one.
Rigorous Selection
From thousands of annual applications, our volunteer field network identifies the most deserving and committed students.
Annual Progress Reports
You receive the student's marksheets, photographs, fee receipts, and certificate copies every academic year.
How to Start a Memorial Scholarship
Name of the Person
Share the name of the loved one in whose memory the educational scholarship will be endowed.
Photograph & Tribute
Provide a photo and a brief note describing their character, life values, and philanthropic vision.
Annual Pledge
Commit to an annual scholarship contribution (minimum annual sponsorship is Rs 25,000).
Scholar Allocation
We present verified student matches and award the scholarship certificates in their honored name.
Stories From Aaghaz
Meet some of the students we have supported and read about the people and work behind Aaghaz.
There was a time when completing my law degree seemed very difficult because I simply did not have the financial means. I received support throughout my five-year course, including a monthly stipend, and even help with medical treatment when I fell ill. I was able to finish my studies and become an advocate. It was a dream I had worked towards for years, and today I am living it.
Becoming a doctor was my dream, but getting through medical college required far more than ambition. I received support throughout my MBBS for college and hostel fees, books and even my monthly expenses. That meant I could concentrate on my studies instead of constantly worrying about how the next fee would be paid. Today, I am a doctor working in paediatric surgery at Medical College Kolkata.
I received the Coding Ninjas course through Aaghaz at a stage when I wanted to improve my coding but did not have access to the kind of training I needed. The course helped me build both my skills and confidence. I recently received a Software Engineer offer of around ₹23 LPA. For me, that offer is much more than a salary package. It shows how far I have been able to come.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Aaghaz Foundation, how we support students, how donations work and how you can get involved.
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Help a child finish school this year.
Many children in India still do not get the chance to go to school. While we cannot solve this big problem overnight, we can change a child's life one at a time. Your donation will help one child stay in school. Start helping today.