The I Love Foundation is an alliance of local people who come together to solve the problems of their communities by crowd-pooling intent and resources. Started in 2013, I Love Jaisalmer is one of the most active units of The I Love Foundation where over 60+ community projects have been successfully launched and executed.
IMPACT IN ACTION
District Administration Jaisalmer Awards 2019, 2022, 2023
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Contributed to the creation of The Gyaan Centre (Rajkumari Ratnavati School), a space dedicated to women's education and empowerment in the region.
Contributed to the design and development of a Girl's Hostel Building in Jodhpur - a collaborative initiative by Sardar Club Trust and The I Love Foundation.
Recognized as Sustainability Champion by Outlook Magazine's Responsible Tourism Initiative. The award is given to organizations and people who are committed to sustainability including initiatives that protect and preserve India's heritage.
The Foundation was responsible for launching Jaisalmer's largest cleanliness & conservation drive.
Spearheaded India's first citizen airline partnership to promote tourism in Jaisalmer which was published in IVEY Publishing as Business Case Study-Spice Jet and Jaisalmer: A Win Win Negotiation During Crisis.
Initiated water projects building 59 farm ponds in Jaipur in collaboration with the Deshpande Foundation, clean drinking water solutions in 22 government schools and reviving ancient wells in Orans, Jaisalmer.
Developed 2 women artisan clusters in Jaisalmer providing employment opportunities to 40 women and set up smart classrooms impacting 900 girls in Jaisalmer.
A Brief about TILF's Impact Assessment Report: With over 60 community projects since its inception, TILF has mobilized around 10,000 youth volunteers, impacting about 300,000 lives in 225 locations in Rajasthan with the majority being rural locations.
OBJECTIVES
ENVIRONMENT & ECOLOGY
TILF has helped revitalize Rajasthan through community-centric initiatives, emphasizing cleanliness and regional development. Our environmental projects aim to sustainably balance the semi-arid desert geography, supporting biodiversity and fostering community engagement.
RESPONSIBLE TOURISM
We aim to protect the cultural and natural heritage of cities like Jaisalmer while fostering sustainable development that benefits locals and visitors alike. Through our initiatives, we strive to balance economic growth with environmental conservation, encouraging a shared responsibility for the city's welfare to ensure it remains a vibrant destination for future generations.
EDUCATION & EMPOWERMENT
The education and empowerment initiative of The I Love Foundation empowers the youth with scholarships, experiential learning programs in science, technology, and art, supporting maker spaces, skill development programs, hospitality apprenticeships, building smart classrooms, speaker series, and providing educational and employment opportunities to women.
HERITAGE & CULTURE CONSERVATION
Rajasthan is rich in cultural heritage, boasting distinctive art forms, architecture, folk music, dance, and traditions. We are dedicated to preserving this vibrant legacy and supporting the region's people. Our programs aim to inspire pride and a sense of responsibility, bridging the past and present while raising cultural awareness. The I Love Foundation also promotes cultural entrepreneurship, providing a platform for artisans to harness their talents and become creative entrepreneurs.
HEALTH & WELLBEING
We prioritise health and wellbeing in response to the challenging healthcare landscape in the Jaisalmer district, characterized by its vast, remote terrain, dispersed population, and critical shortages of healthcare resources. Focusing on community-specific interventions, particularly for children and women, TILF addresses immediate health needs, strengthens healthcare infrastructure, and tackles issues like clean drinking water scarcity through initiatives such as the installation of Rain water harvesting system (RWH) and RO water units.