The Educate-Innovate Initiative, launched on December 25, 2020, is a “Your Campaign” funded by a multi-million dollar private donation that aims to establish Innovation Labs, Maker Space facilities, and technology enhancements in partnership with local public schools across the USA. Asha-Jyothi plans to sponsor one High School Innovation Lab each year, alongside Maker Spaces in three Elementary Schools and a technology refresh in one Middle School that feeds into the selected High School. This strategy is designed to create a supportive ecosystem of early adopters and innovators, fostering a culture of innovation from an early stage through high school.​

This initiative reflects AJ’s commitment to advancing education and technology access for underprivileged students, empowering the next generation of innovators through hands-on learning and state-of-the-art resources.

Its a two part initiative, where Schools could raise money by

  1. Participate in the Asha-Jyothi Annual Run. Registrants can avail a discounted price with the shcool coupon code, where not only 100% of the registration fees tagged to the shcool will be donated back by Asha-Jyothi to fund any health/education needs identified by the school and in addition Schools can leverage below for an added incentive
    • * An additional $500 for 25+ registrations
    • * An additional $1000 for 50+ registrations
    • * An additional $2000 for 100+ registrations
    • * An additional $5000 for 200+ registrations

2. Apply for a grant for your school: Below is the eligiblity criteria to win the grant

  • Participate in the annual AJ 5K Run/Walk event
  • Schools have atleast 5% underprivileged kids
  • Submit a strong compelling proposal as to why we should sponsor a technology initiative (Innovation Lab/Maker Space) in your school.

For any questions, feedback please email contactus@asha-jyothi.org

See Asha-Jyothi’s matching donation in 2019

AJ awards 17 area schools with $90,000 to fund technology education
2019 Matching Donations to Local Schools: