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Founded in 1995, Pratham (meaning "first" in Sanskrit) is one of India's largest and most respected nonprofit organizations focused on education and youth development. Through partnerships with governments, communities, parents, teachers, and volunteers, Pratham develops and scales innovative solutions that help children and young people gain the skills they need to learn, thrive, and succeed. Guided by its mission of "every child in school and learning well," Pratham operates across 21 states and union territories in India, reaching millions of children and youth each year through programs focused on foundational learning, vocational skills, digital literacy, and educational access. Pratham's influence extends well beyond India through the Annual Status of Education Report (ASER), the country's largest citizen-led assessment of learning outcomes, which has inspired similar initiatives in countries around the world. Pratham USA supports this work by mobilizing philanthropic investment, volunteer leadership, and community engagement across the United States. Through a network of 13 chapters and more than 300 dedicated volunteers, Pratham USA raises awareness and funding to advance educational opportunity and social impact globally. Consistently recognized for its strong financial stewardship, accountability, and transparency, Pratham USA holds a Four-Star rating from Charity Navigator, placing it among the highest-rated nonprofit organizations in the nation.
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