Community State/Province Country

Bengalura, west Bengal, India

Full Name of Contact
Swati Chakraborty
Contact Email
drswatichakraborty02@gmail.com
Title of Project
“Play for Growth: Sports Equipment Support for Underprivileged School-Aged Children”
One to Two Sentence Program Vision
  • Promote physical education and inclusive play among 1000+ children.
  • Create a culture of teamwork, resilience, and self-esteem through structured sports activities.
  • Encourage gender equity by providing inclusive equipment for boys and girls.
  • Purchase age-appropriate sports kits (football, cricket, skipping ropes, mats, etc.)

Descriptions of Challenges
Limited Funding and Resource Allocation:
Many non-profit schools operate on minimal budgets, prioritizing academic needs over extracurricular activities. Securing consistent funding for sports equipment remains a major hurdle, especially in under-resourced or rural areas.Lack of Awareness about Sports Benefits:
Some educators and parents may not fully recognize the value of physical education in overall child development. This often leads to sports being seen as a “luxury” rather than a necessity.Infrastructure Constraints:
Several target schools lack basic infrastructure like playgrounds, open spaces, or storage facilities for equipment. This limits the effective use and maintenance of sports gear.
Longer Project Description
“Play for Growth” is a community-driven initiative aimed at empowering underprivileged school-aged children through access to quality sports equipment and inclusive recreational resources. Recognizing the critical role of physical activity in a child’s development, the project seeks to bridge the gap in sports infrastructure and engagement in non-profit and low-income schools across urban, rural, and tribal areas. By supplying age-appropriate sports kits and supporting structured physical activities, this project hopes to nurture the physical, mental, and social well-being of over 1000 children who would otherwise be denied the joy and growth that come with play.
First Project Steps
  • Project Planning and Team Formation:
  • Define the project scope, timeline, and budget.
  • Form a project team including:
  • Project Coordinator
  • Logistics Manager
  • Outreach & Partnerships Lead
  • Monitoring & Evaluation (M&E) Officer
  • Create a detailed project work plan (Gantt chart or calendar).
Who the Project Impacts
Underprivileged School-Aged Children (Ages 6–16)
The primary beneficiaries are children enrolled in non-profit, low-income, or government-aided schools who typically lack access to sports infrastructure and equipment. The project:

  • Enhances their physical fitness and motor skills
  • Supports mental and emotional well-being through joyful play
  • Encourages confidence, discipline, and teamwork
  • Reduces school dropouts by making education more engaging

Follow-up Phase II Steps
Develop Branding and Communication Materials
Design the project name/logo if needed.Prepare flyers, posters, and social media content to announce and promote the initiative.Draft communication templates for press releases, donor outreach, and updates.

Play4Growth

How We Measure Success
Measures of Success:

Equipment still in use 3–6 months after distribution

Sports clubs or child-led teams formed in schools

Follow-up requests or replication interest from other schools/regions

Monitoring Tools:

Follow-up visits and phone check-ins

School-led reporting templates

Longitudinal tracking of selected schools

“Play for Growth” is more than a sports project — it is a movement to restore childhood joy, equity, and development where it’s most needed. By investing in children’s right to play, we invest in healthier, more confident, and community-minded individuals. With strategic support and a compassionate approach, this initiative can sow the seeds of transformation far beyond the school grounds.

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