On International Women's Day, the KPH Dream Cricket Limited via the Indian Premier League franchise Punjab Kings announced their partnership with Shikhar Dhawan Foundation & M3M Foundation to support girl child education and skills. As part of the partnership, the Punjab Kings will help in amplifying the initiative with implementation partners Shikhar Dhawan Foundation (SDF), in collaboration with Funding partner M3M Foundation.
In an innovative scholarship, the M3M Foundation with its implementing partner Shikhar Dhawan Foundation, will commit support to one girl child for her vocational education for every 25 runs scored or 3 wickets taken by Punjab Kings during their home games. Through the initiative, the organisation will offer vocational education support to 111 girls for up to Rs. 5 Lakhs, covering a total amount of Rs. 5.55 crore over the next five years.
The scholarship would be used towards funding the education of deserving girls from economically disadvantaged homes for their higher vocational training to make them independent financially and to shape their future. The funds will be provided to the girls from the undergraduate level till they finish graduating and will be agnostic to their education choice.
The enrolments for the scholarships will be taken through registrations at the https://shikhardhawanfoundation.com/ Website.
Speaking on the initiative, Punjab Kings captain Shikhar Dhawan said, "I am delighted that my IPL franchise decided to partner with our cause and amplify our initiative in such a unique and interesting way. With the support of our Shers, we hope to secure the future of young girls in the country and to ensure our aid reaches those who are in need to have a sustainable future."
KPH Dream Cricket Limited CEO Mr. Satish Menon said, "This is a wonderful initiative, and we are delighted to do our part in enabling equal opportunities to each one. We are confident that we will be able to help those in need, and we hope to create a society where all girls can spread their wings and achieve their dreams."
M3M Foundation Chairperson and Trustee Dr. Payal Kanodia Said “As stewards of progress and champions of change, we acknowledge that educating girls is pivotal in building a thriving society. We are happy that together, we are trying to pave the path towards a future where every girl, irrespective of her background, is empowered through education to reach her fullest potential and illuminate the world with her brilliance. With deep appreciation, we extend our gratitude to Shikhar Dhawan Foundation and Punjab Kings for their invaluable partnership in advancing girl child education with us through this initiative."
About Shikhar Dhawan Foundation
The Shikhar Dhawan Foundation aims to sow the seeds of prosperity and happiness across the globe through collaborative efforts to serve the community. Working on various causes and achieving remarkable goals , the foundation strives to make a change for the community and work on the upliftment of the people .The Foundation has been working towards fulfilling the vision by focusing on building the capacities of NGOs towards the betterment of people, in support of local development institutions through mutual collaborations.
About M3M Foundation
Following the values of Equality, Empathy, Inclusion, Collaboration & Trust and with the vision of Economic Empowerment of the marginalized communities for Sustainable Development, M3M foundation, which was founded in 2019 by the prestigious M3M group is determined to bring development across all sections of the society by empowering them to plan, implement, monitor and contribute in sustainable community development projects in the thematic areas of Education, Health, Livelihoods and Environment Conservation that ensure holistic growth and support innovative ideas, various government initiatives and proactive steps in the developmental regime.
About Punjab Kings
One of the eight inaugural franchises of the Indian Premier League, Punjab Kings (previously Kings XI Punjab) is owned by a consortium of prominent industry figures like Ness Wadia, Mohit Burman, Preity G Zinta, and Karan Paul. Based in Chandigarh, Punjab Kings thrive on their fighting spirit, coupled with the wholeheartedness and positive outlook that represents Punjab. The brand's infectious personality has built a strong affinity with the fans as a team that strives to provide a global platform for local and upcoming talent.
