SOIL(Supporting Optimal Improvement of Lives ) an ambitious initiative led by young development professionals, aims to demonstrate the theory of giving back to society. The Western Ghats, known for their significant contribution to ecological balance, face challenges due to deforestation, mining, encroachment, unscientific forest product collection, and inadequate maintenance of water bodies. The founders of SOIL, hailing from this region, recognize the impending threats to all living beings and are actively addressing them through their organization. Their focus is on sustainable practices and community development. The distinctive feature of this development institution lies in its commitment to treating and serving all living beings equally while fostering a balanced environment. Additionally, it focuses on conserving natural resources, promoting sustainable livelihoods for rural communities, and encouraging farmers to adopt traditional and organic agricultural practices The foundation is registered under the Indian Trust Act in Sirsi taluk, Uttara Kannada District, Karnataka. Its founders, development professionals who graduated from Tata-Dhan Academy in Madurai, possess substantial experience in the development sector.
“Empowering Lives, Nurturing Nature: Our vision is to create a harmonious world where all living beings thrive together. Through sustainable practices, community development, and conservation efforts, we envision a future where humanity coexists with nature, fostering balance and well-being.”
"SOIL is committed to realizing our vision by:
- Demonstrating Giving Back: We actively demonstrate the theory of giving back to society, addressing impending threats faced by all living beings.
- Sustainable Practices: We champion sustainable practices that preserve ecological balance
- Equitable Service:Our distinctive feature lies in treating all living beings equally while fostering a balanced environment.
- Resource Conservation:We conserve natural resources, promote livelihoods, and encourage traditional and organic agriculture.
| Name | Designation | Address | Mobile Number | Aadhar Number | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mr. Narayan Hegde | President | S/O, Balakrishna Hegde, #63, Muski Village, Vanalli Panchayat, Sirsi Tq, Uttara Kannada dt - 581 336 | 8762456114 8309221660 |
nanihegde09@gmail.com | 2568 8358 4333 |
| Mrs. Vinayashree Gaonkar | Secretary | D/O. Shivaram Gaonkar, #57, Beegar, Vajralli Post, Yellapur Tq. Uttara Kannada - 581 337 | 9480556719 6360284426 |
vinugaonkar96@gmail.com | 7018 2566 0646 |
| Mr. Paresh Hegde | Treasurer | S/O, Sooryanarayana Hedge, #117, Belagundli, Tarehalli, Shigemane, Ummachgi Panchayat, Yellapur tq. Uttara | 7892865369 | pareshshegde@gmail.com | 5069 9380 6235 |
SOIL operates with an expert team proficient in community mobilization, natural resource conservation, livelihood enterprise development, women’s empowerment, microfinance, financial literacy, human resource development, and management of Farmer’s Producers Organizations (FPOs).