Philanthropy

Lipilekha Philanthropy – Making a Difference

Guided by its mission to provide humanitarian aid to disadvantaged individuals, Lipilekha has dedicated itself to uplifting lives through meaningful philanthropic initiatives by transforming generosity into action, and action into lasting change. Lipilekha believes that philanthropy is more than financial giving—it is the embodiment of love, empathy, and shared humanity. Over the years, the organization has launched a wide range of programs designed to address both immediate needs and long-term community growth.

 

Lipilekha supports the following organizations in India
and Westchester County, New York.

Please send your donations and matching gifts to:

Lipilekha Bangla Association
PO Box 1443
Yorktown Heights, NY 10598

Mukti Support School
at Vishalakkhipur

MUKTI is a non-profit socio-economic organization dedicated to transforming human development in the Delta region of Sundarbans (a UNESCO World Heritage site) and over 10 other districts of West Bengal since 2003.

(https://muktiweb.org/education-enrichment/).

Higher Secondary Education Lipilekha provides funds to the MUKTI in support of the school situated in Vishalakshmipur, West 24 Parganas district, West Bengal. This school provides education to rural children from Class VIII through XII.

University Scholarships Lipilekha sponsors the university education of scholars from agricultural and impoverished family backgrounds, selected under the Talented Student Sponsorship program based on a combination of merit and financial need.  Currently six students benefit from this scholarship program.  You can learn more about our Mukti Scholars at https://lipilekha.org/mukti-scholars/

Mentorship The Scholarship Recipients also benefits from the mentorship program Lipilekha has created where its members volunteer as mentors.

Udayan Shalini Fellowship

Udayan Shalini Fellowship Program  empowers young women with a passion for learning pursue post-secondary education, and obtain employable vocational skills by providing financial assistance, mentoring, life skill training, skills development, and instilling social responsibility.

(https://udayancare.org/education-and-empowerment/)

My Sister’ s Place

My Sister’s Place is a nonprofit organization, headquartered in White Plains, NY, which for over 50 years has been providing free confidential support to the victims of domestic violence and human trafficking in the form of legal services and education throughout the Westchester County.

https://mspny.org/

Feeding Westchester

Feeding Westchester delivers nutritious food to communities across Westchester County reaching neighborhoods where the need is greatest.  Having recognized the importance of supporting local charities based in the NY region, since 2012 Lipilekha has annually donated towards Feeding Westchester (formerly known as Westchester Food Bank).

https://feedingwestchester.org/

The Spirit of Service

Beyond our formal programs, Lipilekha continues to cultivate a spirit of service within the broader community.

Volunteers, donors, and partners alike are encouraged to see themselves as changemakers.

Whether through neighborhood clothing drives, food distribution events, mentorships, or aid for large-scale natural disasters worldwide, our organization will create pathways for everyone to participate in the shared work of building a kinder, stronger society.

Copyright © 2026 Lipilekha Bengali Association
powered by TULI eServices