Our Programs
Our work continues to grow alongside the communities we serve. Through education, infrastructure development, career support, sports initiatives, and crisis response, we strive to create meaningful and sustainable opportunities for young people from marginalized backgrounds.
EMPLOYMENT SUPPORT
Building Career Pathways
For many first-generation learners, entering the job market can feel unfamiliar and overwhelming. We support youth by providing guidance, practical preparation, and exposure to opportunities that help them move forward with clarity and confidence.
Job Readiness & Career Development
- Conducted employment camp for young women from Kannagi Nagar and Ezhil Nagar.
- Career guidance sessions and mentorship support.
- Resume preparation and interview readiness training.
- Encouraging exploration of sports-based and community-focused career paths.
EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Education
Education is at the heart of Karka Trust’s mission, providing both school support and career-focused coaching to empower children and youth.
Evening Tuition for School Students
Evening coaching support in Kannagi Nagar (Classes 9–12) covering English, Mathematics, Sciences, Computer Science, and Commerce.
Competitive Exam Coaching
Guidance and preparation for Locopilot, TNPSC, and SSC exams in Ayyanavaram, Palavakkam, Royapettah, and Thiruvanmiyur.
Library & Learning Resources
Children's library in Kannagi Nagar. Annual distribution of educational kits including books and school essentials.
Scholarship & Higher Education Support
College scholarship assistance. Career counselling and UG/PG admission guidance.
Mentorship Programs
Academic and personal development support through experienced mentors.
INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT
Better Learning Environments
A safe and supportive environment plays a crucial role in a child's ability to learn. We invest in improving public school spaces so that students can study in dignified, functional, and welcoming settings.
Keerapakkam Government Middle School
At Karka Trust our team has been deeply involved in upgrading educational infrastructure in underserved regions. In Keerapakkam Government Middle School, we renovated six classrooms by laying tiled flooring, painting interiors and exteriors, and installing electric lights and fans. Additional efforts included renovating student toilets and kitchens.
Broader Infrastructure Initiatives
The Trust also initiated improvements at Vandalur-Kandigai Government High School and surveyed Kooduvanchery Middle School for comprehensive upgrades including new labs and classrooms. These efforts aim to create safe, engaging, and sustainable learning environments for children in marginalized communities.
Six Classroom Renovations
Tiled flooring, paint, and electrical installation at Keerapakkam.
Sanitation & Kitchen Upgrades
Toilets and kitchens for hygiene and mid-day meal facilities.
Future Labs and Classrooms
Surveys for new labs and additional classrooms.
SPORTS DEVELOPMENT
Holistic Development Through Sports
Nurturing talent, teamwork, and physical wellness
for
first-generation learners
and vulnerable youth.
Kabaddi Court at Perumbakkam College
Kabaddi Court at Perumbakkam Government Arts & Science College
MoU signed in 2024 to initiate a multi-phase sports infrastructure project. Phase 1 includes development of a dedicated Kabaddi court and training space.
Future Plans
- • Volleyball court
- • Cricket nets
- • Long-term vision for an indoor sports arena with training facilities
Impact
Structured training opportunities for first-generation learners. Regular practice sessions and inter-college participation. Encouraging teamwork, leadership, and physical well-being.
Regular Practice
Consistent training sessions and inter-college matches.
Physical Wellness
Health, discipline, and fitness among youth.
Vulnerable Youth
Support for children of single mothers or daily wage earners.
Teamwork
Leadership and collaborative skills through sports.
IMMEDIATE RESPONSE
Relief & Emergency Support
In times of crisis, we step forward to support families facing sudden hardship. Our relief efforts focus on timely assistance and community care when it matters most.
COVID-19 & Monsoon Relief
Disaster & Remote Area Aid
COVID-19 & Monsoon Relief
Distribution of food kits, grocery essentials, and cooked meals to over 1,000 families across Keerapakkam, Royapettah, Adhanur, Semmanjeri, and Ashok Nagar.
Disaster & Remote Area Aid
We also supported Gaza cyclone victims in Nagapattinam and were involved in providing school essentials in Pulicat Lake and Javvadi Hills. These efforts demonstrate the Trust’s deep commitment to compassion and community resilience.
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