SFS 2026 applications are now open.  Apply before 31 August 2026
What we provide
Support provided through SFS
A holistic package designed to address educational, financial, emotional, and career needs
Support areas

Eight pillars of support

SFS goes beyond a one-time scholarship. Each selected student receives sustained, multi-dimensional support throughout their academic journey.

Scholarship support
Annual financial support covering school fees, exam fees, and essential educational expenses.
Mentoring
One-on-one mentoring sessions with trained Thuvakkam volunteers to guide academic and personal growth.
Career guidance
Sessions on career options, college admission processes, and vocational pathways available after school.
Life skills sessions
Workshops on communication, leadership, financial literacy, and problem-solving skills.
Exposure visits
Organised visits to colleges, workplaces, and institutions to broaden students' understanding of the world.
Emotional support
Regular check-ins and counselling support for students facing personal, family, or academic difficulties.
Monitoring and follow-up
Ongoing tracking of academic performance and attendance. Annual progress reports submitted to donors.
Educational materials
Study kits including textbooks, stationery, and where needed, digital devices or data support.
Scholarship breakdown

What one scholarship covers

A Champion sponsorship (Rs. 18,000 per year) funds one student's full support package for an entire academic year.

Rs. 8,000
School fees
Annual tuition and exam registration
Rs. 4,000
Study materials
Books, stationery, and school supplies
Rs. 3,000
Transport
Bus pass or travel support to school
Rs. 3,000
Programme costs
Mentoring, events, and monitoring
Sponsor a student for Rs. 18,000
Long-term commitment

We stay with students

SFS is not a one-time grant. We maintain ongoing contact with each student throughout their school years and track their outcomes after graduation.

Donors receive quarterly updates on the students they sponsor, including attendance records, academic performance, and personal progress notes.

See our impact data
Monthly check-ins
Each student is contacted monthly by their assigned mentor to track academic and personal progress.
Quarterly donor reports
Sponsors receive a summary report every quarter with updates on the student they support.
Annual impact report
A comprehensive report published annually covering outcomes, fund utilisation, and programme highlights.