Kanakam Foundation was born in 2016 from the shared dream of two visionaries, Mr. Raju Kanakam and Mr. Manikanta Oolla to uplift the underprivileged. Witnessing the struggles of debt, hunger, and hardship, they took action, giving birth to the Kanakam Foundation. With a passionate team of 8 board directors from across India, we tackle social and economic challenges head-on. Through innovation, partnerships, and compassion, we strive to transform lives, empowering those in need and lighting the path to a brighter, more hopeful future.
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At the Kanakam Foundation, we envision a world where everyone, regardless of background, can thrive. We empower the underprivileged to break free from poverty and poor nutrition, offering support and opportunities for growth. Join us in creating a future where every individual life with dignity and fulfills their potential.
In 2016, two friends, Raju Kanakam and Manikanta Oolla, noticed something troubling in their community. They saw many families struggling with poverty, unable to afford enough food, and caught in a cycle of debt. This made them deeply concerned, and they wanted to do something about it.
One evening, as they sat together, they talked about the problems they saw, and how they could help. They decided they needed to take action, not just talk about it. They wanted to make a real difference in the lives of those who were struggling.
That’s how the Kanakam Foundation was born. Raju Kanakam and Manikanta Oolla started this organization with a clear mission: to support and improve the lives of people in need. Their goal was to help families get out of poverty, provide nutritious food, and create opportunities for a better future.
With hard work and determination, they built the foundation from the ground up. They gathered a team of eight dedicated board members from different states, each bringing their own skills and ideas to the table. Together, they focused on addressing important issues like hunger, education, and job training.
One of their first projects was a community kitchen that offered free, healthy meals to those in need. Seeing the joy and relief in the faces of the people they helped was incredibly rewarding for Raju Kanakam and Manikanta Oolla.
As time went on, Kanakam Foundation grew and expanded its programs. They started offering educational support, vocational training, and assistance to local farmers. Every success story and every person who benefited from their work made their efforts worthwhile.
Today, Kanakam Foundation continues to make a positive impact, shining a light of hope for many families. Raju Kanakam and Manikanta Oolla's vision of creating a stronger, more supportive community has come to life through their dedicated work.