Welcome to Bridging Borders
We're a UK-based charity that partners with small, trustworthy, and innovative Indian NGOs to fix global inequality and end poverty in India.
Charities
Our Missions:
Everything we do at Bridging Borders is done with our missions at the centre of our minds.
End Poverty in India
India has some of the worst poverty in the world. Approximately, 60% of India's 1.4 billion people live below the poverty line. That's about 14x the total UK population. It's an ambitious goal, but bit by bit, we believe we can end poverty in India and ensure everyone has access to the luxuries we enjoy in the UK.
Encourage British-Indian Generosity
Hundreds of years ago, the British empire drained India of its natural riches. Now, with almost 2 million Indians living in the UK, India is being drained of its talent. Part of our goal at Bridging Borders is to encourage Indians in Britain to give a little back to the country of their heritage and a chance to donate to a cause that relates to them on a much more personal level.
Support Small Indian Charities
Our support for Indian charities doesn't end with donations, we actively seek to partner and contribute to the charities we fundraise for. Additionally, the charities we select are curated so you can be sure that their trustworthy, unique and creative, and make a meaningful difference in their small community. We particularly look for charities that are approaching problems in a more inventive and sustainable fashion to the norm.
Our Goals Don't Stop There...
Alongside our 3 key missions, we are also looking to help issues such as global inequality by raising wages in India, supporting women and children, violence, water, food, and anything else which will make a difference.
FAQ
How do we find charities?
We research charities both online and in-person in order to find the most trustworthy and beneficial agencies. We conduct a thorough review of each charity before we start promoting them.
Our Fees?
We take a 1% fee on all donations in order to continue day to day operations. We take no profit from this charity.
Why go through us?
Donating through Bridging Borders is advantageous for three reasons. First, you can be sure that the charities you donate to are vetted and reliable, ensuring your donations are distributed responsibly. Second, the charities we select are chosen based on their impact and value to their community; we try our best to partner with small, new, and innovative charities. Finally, supporting us grow will also widen our reach and grow our popularity, encouraging further donations to our charities.
Non-money donations?
Some of our charities would love additional goods and services to support their charities. However, since most of the charities we partner with are based in India, shipping and transportation might be difficult. Additionally, different charities require different goods and services.
If you wish to make a non-money donation, please reach out to us and we'll respond with where your donation might be best distributed.
How can I stay updated on the impact of my donation?
We provide regular updates through our website, newsletters, and social media channels. Donors will also receive periodic impact reports detailing the progress and outcomes of the projects they have supported. You can subscribe to our mailing list to receive these updates directly in your inbox.