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18 August 2025 / 18 August 2025 by Shankar
On the surface, a football kit may look like just a jersey, a pair of shoes, and some basic equipment. But at OSCAR Foundation, each kit carries a much deeper meaning. It is not only about preparing children for training—it is about creating a sense of equality, belonging, and opportunity for every child who steps […]
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15 July 2025 / 15 July 2025 by Shankar
On World Youth Skills Day, we had the privilege of hosting a truly empowering session for our young leaders. Our Advisor, Mr. Ashish Shah, led an inspiring discussion on the many career opportunities that lie within the world of sports. Far beyond the playing field, the sports industry thrives on a diverse range of roles. […]
11 July 2025 / 11 July 2025 by Shankar
At OSCAR Foundation, we believe sport is more than just a game, it’s a powerful tool to unite, inspire, and empower. This philosophy came to life on 28th June, when we had the pleasure of hosting an engaging employee interaction event with our long-standing partners, Credit Agricole CIB India. The day saw participants from our […]
26 June 2025 / 26 June 2025 by Shankar
At OSCAR Foundation, our work is made possible not just by the strength of our programmes but by the loyal support of those who stand beside us, especially in moments of urgent need. One such moment came recently and we are incredibly touched by the prompt and generous response from our long-term friends and supporters, […]
20 June 2025 / 11 August 2025 by Shankar
Congratulations! You’ve just taken your first bold step toward conquering the Himalayas, not just for the adventure, but to create real impact for the OSCAR Foundation. Purpose meets passion right here. Save the dates: 4th – 11th November 2025 STEP TWO is to read about the Sandakphu- Palut trek, expertly guided by Indiahikes, be sure to watch their trek […]
30 May 2025 / 30 May 2025 by Shankar
In low-income communities where formal education is limited and parents may not have had the chance to learn, life skills become game-changers. They teach young people how to communicate, solve problems, manage stress and make better decisions. The OSCAR Foundation girls and boys often lack mentorship in their families. Our Life Skills Programme plays a […]
3 May 2025 / 3 May 2025 by Shankar
On ESA Day (Education and Sports for All), something extraordinary happened. For 1700 children from the OSCAR Foundation, April 2025 wasn’t just about another school day or football practice — it was about stepping into a world many had only imagined. Thanks to the Reliance Foundation, these young dreamers got the once-in-a-lifetime chance to experience the adrenaline, […]
30 April 2025 / 30 April 2025 by Shankar
As the founder of an organisation rooted in the narrow lanes of Ambedkar Nagar, Mumbai, I never imagined I’d one day be in Vancouver, Canada, attending TED 2025 as a guest of Acumen India. I had to read the invitation email twice to believe it. TED has long inspired me and now, I was going […]
18 April 2025 / 18 April 2025 by Shankar
As the sun blazes over Mumbai, OSCAR Foundation is turning up the energy with its much-awaited Summer Camps 2025, bringing together children from diverse communities through the unifying power of football. But this isn’t just any summer camp—this is play with purpose. Running across 10 locations in Mumbai—Mankhurd, Goregaon, Cuffe Parade, Chembur, Cotton Green, Seawoods, Bandra, Vile […]
3 April 2025 / 3 April 2025 by Shankar
Today, through our Enabling Change Programme, we took a significant step toward breaking barriers for children with hearing impairments. We provided hearing aids to eight children from low-income communities, allowing them to experience sound, some for the very first time. For these children, hearing has always been a challenge, making communication and learning difficult. But today […]
10 March 2025 / 10 March 2025 by Shankar
By Millie Rodger In my family the OSCAR foundation has always been a charity close to our hearts. My cousin, Amber volunteered in 2019 and my aunt, Jo Dunne has been supporting OSCAR for many year. It is safe to say that, although excited for the opportunity, I felt anxious of what was to come. […]
5 November 2024 / 5 November 2024 by Shankar
OSCAR’s Lakshya Football Academy scouts top talent in Mumbai. Kumar Rathod, Programme Manager, OSCAR’s Lakshya Football Academy talks to UK volunteer Sam Hill More info: kumar@oscar-foundation.org +91 9867576465 or aditya@oscar-foundation.org +91 9867829655 What is your role within the OSCAR Foundation and Lakshya Football Academy? My personal journey has been entwined within the world of football. I have a passion for the sport […]
5 September 2024 / 5 September 2024 by Shankar
‘Do you want to play?’ How could I say no? I was welcomed by a sea of smiling faces treading water on the hot muddy soils of Mumbai. Their enthusiasm was focused on brightly coloured football. With the shrill pitch of the whistle it mattered not that I had come from 4500 miles away…I was […]
5 June 2024 / 6 August 2024 by Administrator
Mumbai City FC and OSCAR are thrilled to announce the continuation of their efforts towards the Healthy Goals, an initiative to empower healthier lives for city youth through football by creating safe spaces and providing free programming for young people to play football in urban Mumbai. Following the resounding success of last year’s initiative, which […]