American India Foundation
About American India Foundation
Based in New York, NY, the American India Foundation represents a unique commitment to building lasting connections between the United States and India while transforming lives across the subcontinent. As a 501(c)(3) secular organization, AIF centers its mission on empowering India's most vulnerable populations—particularly women, children, and youth—through comprehensive development initiatives. The foundation's distinctive value proposition lies in its broad engagement model that brings together communities, civil society organizations, and specialized expertise to create sustainable pathways out of poverty. With twelve active chapters across the U.S. and deep operational roots in Delhi NCR, AIF has cultivated a movement of passionate Americans dedicated to India's development. The organization's vision extends beyond immediate aid to fundamentally reshape access to affordable education, healthcare, and livelihood opportunities across India, enabling all citizens to realize their full potential. AIF's community-driven approach emphasizes partnership and knowledge-sharing, positioning itself as a trusted bridge for philanthropic funding from North America and beyond. By combining innovative program design with local partnership networks and rigorous knowledge management, the foundation has created measurable impact touching 8.4 million lives. AIF invites individuals, families, and corporate partners to join this transformative movement, whether through direct giving, volunteer engagement, mission trips, or corporate partnerships, making New York-based donors integral participants in India's social progress.