OUR FOCUS AREAS
Since 1994, rooted in Maharashtra. Still growing.
Environment & Sustainability
Every well dug, every sapling planted — thirty years of protecting Marathwada’s soil and water.
Livelihood & Empowerment
A woman’s first business. A farmer’s second chance. We’ve been there for both since 1994.
Community Welfare
When workers go unheard and families go hungry, Navchaitanya shows up — quietly, consistently.
Health & Awareness
Free health camps, real information, real villages — because good health shouldn’t depend on your postcode.
About us
A community that chose to stay, and to serve.
“Born in 1994 from the belief that communities can change their own lives with the right support — Navchaitanya has spent three decades working alongside farmers, women, workers, and families in Marathwada.”
Serving communities from the heart of Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar
THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE WORK
Led by community, run with conviction.
Mrs. Shashitai Jadhav
President
Mrs. Jyoti Jadhav
Vice-President
Mrs. Vishakha Chavan
Secretary
“We didn’t start Navchaitanya with money or a big plan. We started with the belief that if one family stands up for another, change is already happening. Thirty years later, that belief hasn’t changed — and neither has our work.”
"Service is not a choice. It's a responsibility."
Mrs. Shashitai Jadhav
Founder, Navchaitanya — 1994
“I grew up watching this organization give before it had anything to give. That taught me more than any degree could. Today when I see a woman from our program standing on her own feet — that is the only report card that matters.”
"The work continues. So do we."
Mrs. Jyoti Jadhav
Vice President, Navchaitanya
general questions
Real questions. Straight answers.
Curious about our work or how to get involved? We’ve answered the most common questions below.
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Since 1994 — over 34 years. We started in Sambhajinagar and have been working across villages and communities in the Marathwada region ever since.
Our primary focus is Sambhajinagar and surrounding villages in the Marathwada region of Maharashtra. Many of our programs operate at the grassroots level — in fields, schools, and local communities.
Donations go directly toward field programs — water conservation work, health camps, women’s livelihood training, and farmer support. We do not spend on large overheads.
Yes. Whether you’re a student, professional, or retired — if you want to give time, skills, or energy, we welcome you. Reach out and we’ll find the right fit.
Both. We collaborate with government programs where it helps communities faster, but our ground-level work runs independently of political agendas.
We share updates, photos, and stories from our programs directly. No inflated numbers — just honest ground reports from the people we work with.