In the narrow lanes of rural India, children chase plastic balls with bare feet and wooden sticks. There are no stadiums, no sponsors — but there's passion. Pure, unstoppable passion.
At Shiva Welfare Foundation, we believe that sports is not just play — it's power. Power to build character, confidence, and community. In villages where opportunities are rare and struggles are daily, sports becomes an escape, a teacher, and a dream.
💪 Why Sports Matter in Rural India
- Builds discipline, leadership, and teamwork
- Keeps children away from negative influences
- Improves mental and physical health
- Creates opportunities for scholarships, employment, and recognition
- Brings gender inclusion and social unity
Sports teaches what classrooms sometimes can’t — resilience, respect, and the will to win.
🥅 Our Mission: Khel Udaan
Through our grassroots initiative “Khel Udaan”, Shiva Welfare Foundation is creating a safe, inclusive space for rural children and youth to discover their strengths beyond textbooks.
🎯 What We Do:
✅ Organize village-level tournaments (football, cricket, kabaddi, kho-kho)
✅ Distribute basic sports kits and uniforms
✅ Train children under local coaches and mentors
✅ Promote girls' participation in sports
✅ Identify and support local talent to compete at higher levels
We don’t just teach them how to play — we teach them how to believe.
🏅 Real Impact, Real Dreams
Vikram, 14, had never worn shoes but could outrun any boy in his village. With our support, he now trains daily in track and field — dreaming of national trials.
There are many like Vikram. All they need is a chance.
🤝 Be a Part of Their Udaan
⚽ Sponsor a local sports team
🎽 Donate equipment and kits
🏏 Volunteer to coach, train, or support events
📣 Help us amplify rural sports talent
Let’s give every child a reason to run — not from struggle, but toward success.