FAQ
Questions, answered.
Who we are, where we work, how funds are tracked, and how to get involved.
What is CJF India?
CJF India is the India branch of the Courtney Jordan Foundation, a global poverty prevention foundation founded in 2011 with offices in London and Dhaka. It focuses on education, enterprise, and health and water, and is led by Dr. Rajesh Sharma, President, India Operations.
Can I donate online?
Not at launch. Consistent with the Foundation’s global policy, CJF India is not accepting individual online donations at present. You can volunteer, partner, share goods or explore CSR collaboration.
Where will CJF India work first?
In the first 100 days CJF India is listening in six states: Uttar Pradesh, Bihar, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Maharashtra and Odisha, with twelve pilot hubs. The final hub list will be published in December 2026 after community consent.
How does CJF India work with government?
Through MOUs with schools, anganwadis and health centres. We supplement, never substitute. Attendance and learning data are shared with School Management Committees and health staff.
How are funds tracked?
Each hub publishes a quarterly one page report, there is an annual independent review, and CSR partners receive utilisation certificates. No cash without receipt, and procurement above threshold requires three quotes.
Do you work with all communities?
Yes. There is no discrimination by caste, religion, gender, disability, language or region. Priority goes to those most excluded: girls, single mothers, persons with disabilities, tribal and denotified communities, and the urban poor.
How can my company partner through CSR?
CJF India’s programmes align with Schedule VII areas including education, employment enhancing vocational skills, gender equality, health, sanitation and safe drinking water. Email partnerships@cjfindia.org to discuss documented, multi year partnerships with quarterly outcome reports and site visits.