Our story

Beyond Business: Our Story

Deshmukh Welfare Foundation was born from a simple realization: the skills we use in our corporate offices can solve the world's most basic challenges. While the corporate world moves at a fast pace, many in our community are still struggling for primary needs like food, hygiene, and dignity. We believe that we don't have to choose between a career and a cause. We can do both.

Volunteers engaging warmly with local families under a bright saffron banner.
Volunteers engaging warmly with local families under a bright saffron banner.
Founder Nazir Deshmukh speaking passionately at a rural health camp.
Founder Nazir Deshmukh speaking passionately at a rural health camp.
HR Head Christopher D’Souza coordinating community volunteers during a field program.
HR Head Christopher D’Souza coordinating community volunteers during a field program.

Our mission

We bridge the gap between corporate talent and community survival. Our mission is to provide every family with the tools they need for a brighter future—starting with a full plate and a safe way to earn a living.

Why We Are Different

We don’t just ask for donations; we ask for involvement.

  • We are Action-Oriented: We move "Beyond the Office Walls" to get our hands dirty and solve problems on the ground.

  • We Focus on Dignity: Whether it’s helping a street vendor or feeding a family, we do it with respect (Seva), not just charity.

  • We Build Sustainable Change: Through initiatives like the Safe Plate Promise, we help people stand on their own feet by improving their businesses.

Our story

Beyond Business: Our Story

Deshmukh Welfare Foundation was born from a simple realization: the skills we use in our corporate offices can solve the world's most basic challenges. While the corporate world moves at a fast pace, many in our community are still struggling for primary needs like food, hygiene, and dignity. We believe that we don't have to choose between a career and a cause. We can do both.

Volunteers engaging warmly with local families under a bright saffron banner.
Volunteers engaging warmly with local families under a bright saffron banner.
Founder Nazir Deshmukh speaking passionately at a rural health camp.
Founder Nazir Deshmukh speaking passionately at a rural health camp.
HR Head Christopher D’Souza coordinating community volunteers during a field program.
HR Head Christopher D’Souza coordinating community volunteers during a field program.

Our mission

We bridge the gap between corporate talent and community survival. Our mission is to provide every family with the tools they need for a brighter future—starting with a full plate and a safe way to earn a living.

Why We Are Different

We don’t just ask for donations; we ask for involvement.

  • We are Action-Oriented: We move "Beyond the Office Walls" to get our hands dirty and solve problems on the ground.

  • We Focus on Dignity: Whether it’s helping a street vendor or feeding a family, we do it with respect (Seva), not just charity.

  • We Build Sustainable Change: Through initiatives like the Safe Plate Promise, we help people stand on their own feet by improving their businesses.

Leadership

Meet the core team driving positive change in our communities.

Nazir Deshmukh
Founder, Chief Executive Officer
Sarfaraz Shaikh
Co-Founder, Director of Operations
Christopher D'souza
Head, Human Resource
Contact
Email:

info@deshmukhfoundation.com

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Deshmukh Welfare Foundation

Empowering Lives, Creating Opportunities
Since December 2025, Deshmukh Welfare Foundation has been on a mission
to bridge the gap between global resources and local needs.
We started with a simple belief: that every family deserves the opportunity to thrive.
Thanks to the overwhelming support of our community and the passion of our team,
what started as a local effort is now growing into a Pan-India movement.
Deshmukh Welfare Foundation is a registered Section 8 Company
| 80G & 12A Certified | NGO Darpan ID: MH/2026/0982863