Second year
- Since most of the families lost their homes and livelihood in the violence of February 2020 they started to
take their children out of schools because of financial constraints. They bore the double burnt of Delhi
pogrom and the ill-planned lockdown which destroyed their livelihoods. - Shaagird, then came to provide aid to these families and sponsored the education of these children. It opened Sunrise Public School
in Ghaziabad. - The school has its own Smile Curriculum which focuses integrated and holistic development by
emphasising on extra curricular activities, languages, science etc. We provide our students with access to
Promethean programs that engage and taps into their specific interests and aspirations .Today, Sunrise Public School in Ghaziabad has over 200 children enrolled.
Fourth year
- Shaagird Foundation reached a total of 1640 children through its various educational programs.
- The foundation expanded its geographical reach by supporting children affected by the Khargone riots.
- Existing Madarsa branches continued to provide strong Islamic education programs.
Looking Ahead:
Building on its success, Shaagird Foundation aims to:
- Increase its support network to reach more underprivileged children.
- Enhance its curriculum to encompass vocational training opportunities.
- Foster stronger collaborations to broaden its impact.
2020
2021
2022
2023
First Year
Following the Delhi pogrom in 2020, Miles2Smile organization recognized the impact of such violence on children and their education while providing relief work in north-east Delhi. It all began with a small initiative known as the Smile Class, which aimed to provide these children with some respite amidst their despair. During the violence, all the belongings of these families, including their children’s books and stationary, were burnt to ashes. In an effort to provide them with a place of relief, the Smile Class was established in Mustafabad, near the base camp. However, this initiative could not be fully realized at the time due to the country-wide lockdown imposed as a result of COVID-19.
Third year
- Continuing Support: Shaagird Foundation’s Madarsa programs continue to flourish. 940 children are enrolled in Hifz programs across the branches, receiving a strong foundation in Islamic scripture. An additional 690 children participate in the learning programs, focusing on core academic subjects.
- Sunrise Public School Thrives: Established in 2020 for children affected by the Delhi riots, Sunrise Public School in Loni Ghaziabad continues to provide a safe and nurturing learning environment.
- Expanding Reach: Shaagird Foundation identifies the need to support children impacted by the 2022 Khargone riots in Madhya Pradesh. Collaborations are initiated with local organizations to assess the situation.
