Hariyali Foundation is a non-profit organization that was founded on May 18, 2016 in Dhanpalpur, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh, India. The organization began its journey by planting 50 trees in the village, with the active participation of local youth. Hariyali Foundation was registered as an NGO with the Charitable Fund Office in Varanasi, with a validity of 5 years.
Since its inception, the foundation has consistently engaged in tree plantation activities during the monsoon season from July to September. In addition, on World Environment Day, celebrated on June 5th each year, the foundation organizes awareness rallies to promote environmental consciousness and inspire people to plant trees. The foundation also conducts free tree distribution programs on the auspicious occasion of Shivratri. Over the past 5 years, Hariyali Foundation has successfully planted more than 50,000 trees.
Over 100 individuals have joined the foundation in the past 5 years, and they have contributed both financially and physically to support its activities. The organization has been sustained solely by donations from its members.
Upon the expiration of the 5-year validity, Hariyali Foundation was registered as a trust with the local administrative unit in Varanasi on August 27, 2021. Sandeep Kumar was appointed as the Chairman, Chandrashekhar Maurya as the Vice-Chairman, and Aashutosh Maurya as the Treasurer of the foundation.
Following the registration as a trust, Hariyali Foundation obtained recognition for income tax benefits, being registered under sections 12A and 80G.
All members of the foundation contribute donations on the 27th day of each month, celebrated as Donation Day within the organization. The foundation continues to work tirelessly, raising awareness about the environment and inspiring people to take care of nature.
The foundation was established in response to the growing environmental issues, with the primary objective of creating an abundance of trees within its surroundings.

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