Shimla, Himachal Pradesh · Since 1998

Twenty-seven years of community-led development in the Himalayan foothills.

PLAN Foundation works with rural communities across Himachal Pradesh and Punjab on health, watershed conservation, women's empowerment and local governance — research and training grounded in what each community actually needs.

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Since 1998, empowering people and transforming lives

Empowering communities by providing education and skills training, which helps to improve their livelihoods and overall well-being. We prioritize health initiatives, including providing healthcare services, hygiene, and disease prevention education.

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27+

Years since founding

14

Sectors of intervention

3

States — HP, J&K & Punjab

12A·80G

Income Tax registered

About PLAN Foundation

Research and action, built with the community — not delivered to it.

PLAN Foundation is a non-profit dedicated to rural prosperity through research and studies, training and capacity building, technical support, and institutional networking — from local Panchayats to national and global partners.

Our approach holds that all-round development needs participatory effort. We work to build enduring prosperity and improve quality of life through technology promotion, research, capacity building, and genuine community ownership.

OUR PROGRAMS

Creating Lasting Change Across Communities

From health and education to environmental stewardship, livelihoods and governance, our programs respond to local priorities and help communities build lasting change.

Enterprise

Skill Development

Training and technical support empanelled under HP's Rural Development & Panchayati Raj Department.

Livelihoods

Women's Empowerment

Self-help group strengthening, skills training and micro-finance access that puts economic agency in women's hands.

Health

Community Health

Happy Heart Mission ECG screening, hygiene education and HIV/AIDS Targeted Intervention, delivered through..

Environment

Watershed Management

Soil and water conservation across hill catchments, protecting the natural resources rural livelihoods depend on.

Preparedness

Disaster Management

A dedicated Disaster Management Desk coordinating hillside community preparedness and response.

Technology

Remote Sensing & GIS

Geospatial analysis that grounds watershed and planning work in accurate, local terrain data.

Also Active in

Urban Development

Education Promotion

Self Governance

Youth Services

Networking

Skill Development

Social Impact Assessment

HAPPY HEART MISSION-COMMUNITY HEALTH

Clear facts, not rumours — especially about your heart.

Heart disease is one of the most common health problems worldwide. The good news is that many cases can be prevented or detected early. Knowing the facts can help you take better care of your heart and your loved ones.

Myth

Heart disease only happens to older people.

Fact

Heart problems can start early. Risk factors like high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes can quietly damage your heart over many years.

Myth

If I feel fine, my heart must be healthy.

Fact

Many heart conditions have no symptoms at first. High blood pressure and abnormal heart rhythms often go unnoticed — which is why regular screening, including ECG, matters.

Myth

Heart disease mainly affects men.

Fact

Heart disease affects both men and women, and is a leading cause of death in women worldwide. Symptoms in women can sometimes be different and less obvious.

Recognition & Legal Status

Verified, government-empanelled, tax-deductible.

Every donation is eligible for deduction under Section 80G. Our programmes run in partnership with the following bodies.

12A Registered under Income Tax Act

80G Registered under Income Tax Act

EMP HP State AIDS Control Society

EMP CCDU, Govt. of Himachal Pradesh

EMP Punjab AIDS Control Society

EMP Rural Development & Panchayati Raj Dept., HP

Our Team

Meet Our Dedicated Team Members

Jitender Sharma

Founder & Director

Er. Tarun Raj Gupta

President

Dr. Raman Kumar

Advisor

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Testimonial

What People Say About Our Activities.

I am truly impressed by the remarkable work being carried out by Plan Foundation, Shimla, in empowering rural women across Himachal Pradesh and strengthening local governance. By creating an efficient platform for property tax collection across various Urban Local Bodies (ULBs), the Foundation has significantly enhanced the financial self-reliance of municipal institutions while promoting transparency and efficiency in civic administration. Its commitment to sustainable development, innovation, and community empowerment is truly commendable. I sincerely appreciate the team’s dedicated efforts and wish Plan Foundation continued success in expanding its impact and creating lasting positive change.