TGG Foundation is a self-sustaining, not-for-profit, registered Public Charitable Trust, recognised under Section 12A and 80G of the Income Tax Act and certified by the Ministry of Home Affairs for FCRA. As a member of Niti Ayog (DARPAN) and a GuideStar India-certified organization for transparency, the Foundation ensures that 100% of its donations directly benefit its beneficiaries. Founded on the values of the TGG Family, its seed funding was contributed by its trustees as interest-free loans with a 10-year moratorium.
Groundwork started on January 14, 2012, and registered as a public charitable trust in August 2014, TGG Foundation envisions a world of empowered communities that equitably manage resources without harming biodiversity, ensuring sustainability for future generations. The Foundation operates without government subsidies or external grants for daily operations, relying instead on income-generating activities and work contributions from volunteers and trustees.
TGG Foundation’s mission is to foster sustainable rural development through human transformation under the “Responsible Human Mission.” Guided by the philosophy of “Oneness of One World,” it promotes empathy, compassion, and equality. The People-Planet-Partnership (PPP) model drives its efforts, blending community engagement with environmental responsibility. Core values include transparency, accountability, and a commitment to equality and zero waste, ensuring sustainable and inclusive development.
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FINANCIAL TRANSPARANCY & ACCOUNTABILITY
TGG Foundation accepts donations/payments with a trace (Trackable) record. We do not accept cash donations. All other activity transactions are supported by a receipt or a voucher.
Our accounts are audited by Internal & external auditors regularly from time to time. We have been filing audit returns from the first year of the registration of the Foundation. Most of our project details including their financials are available through the impact page. Other funding details and balance sheets are available on the Funding & Monitoring page.
All projects and activities are approved by the Chairman in consultation with other members of the Governing body based on the expert advise received from the Monitoring Committee. The Chairman, in his absence can delegate the responsibility to other members of the Governing body to sign the document on his/her behalf. All such authorizations are duly signed and stamped by the Chairman and is entered in the minutes of the meeting.
Based on the feedback received from the RHM Members, policy matters are framed/amended by the Monitoring Committee, and it is approved by the Board of Trustees and signed by the Chairman to make it effective. These formation/amendments are communicated through this website.
Except the Chairman, nobody is authorized to deal in any financial instruments on behalf of TGG Foundation, all payments are to be made directly to the bank account of TGG Foundation and all disbursements are to be approved by the Chairman.
From 1st April 2024, all projects are handled by the Monitoring Committee. Donations are utilized for the respective projects and its execution purpose including the professional charges paid to the members of the Monitoring Committee & Project heads. Their tenure is based on project, and it ends along with the project.
All administrative expenses of the foundation are met by TGG Foundation through various income generating activities.
Governing Body
Only Indian National residing permanently in India can become a Trustee of TGG Foundation (Policy Marking Authority)
Laiju is the Settlor and Managing Trustee of the TGG Foundation, an initiative inspired by his deep commitment to sustainable development and social transformation. As Chairman and Secretary of the Governing Body, he provides strategic direction to the organisation whose name, TGG, stands for The Golden Greens, a symbol of growth, harmony, and environmental stewardship.
With a vision rooted in responsible living and rural empowerment, Laiju and his wife, Namitha, established the TGG Foundation Charitable Trust in 2014 in Wayanad, Kerala. Their mission: to co-create a more sustainable and equitable world.
As Chief Functionary, Laiju leads the movement to build a global family of responsible individuals committed to collective action for the greater good. His professional expertise spans hospitality, estate and plantation management, sustainable development, and responsible tourism. His minimalist lifestyle and lived practice of sustainability are not only personal values but guiding principles for the foundation.
TGG Foundation continues to grow as a living expression of Laiju’s vision, to make the world a better place, one conscious step at a time.
Namitha is the Co-Founder and Trustee of the TGG Foundation, serving as Treasurer on the Governing Body. With deep expertise in financial management and a talent for administrative precision, she ensures that the foundation operates efficiently, sustainably, and with impact.
Known for her warmth and interpersonal grace, Namitha brings both care and structure to her role; whether managing accounts, supporting visitors at the RHM Center, or helping members of the TGG Family thrive. Her professional journey has been defined by a seamless blend of financial acumen and a service-oriented mindset.
As Treasurer, she champions cost-effective operations and is committed to building sustainable income-generating opportunities for all members of the TGG Family. Her steady leadership and ethical stewardship strengthen the foundation’s mission to create a more equitable and conscious world.
Namitha’s presence continues to be a source of quiet strength and enduring care on TGG’s transformative path.
Sonal Karamchandani
Sonal, a Singapore Citizen and a member of TGG Family since 2016, is currently based in Thailand. In the 2024-25 fiscal year, she will concentrate on Social Projects, including TGG Aid and will conduct healing programs at the Holistic Experiential Learning Program, enhancing her societal impact.
Premkumar K
Premkumar, an Indian Citizen and a member of TGG Family since 2016, is based in Kerala. In the financial year 2024-25, his focus will be on fundraising to support the development of the volunteer’s accommodation at the RHM Center in Wayanad.
Reetha Premkumar
Reetha, an Indian Citizen and a member of TGG Family since 2016, is based in Kerala. In the financial year 2024-25, she will be coordinating the Knowledge Bank project to ensure that the academic and non-academic books are made available to participants visiting RHM Center
Amruth Mohan
An Indian Citizen based in Karnataka, Amruth, a Chartered Accountant by Profession, he provides startup support to the members of TGG Family and provides advisory services to TGG Foundation.
Nigil Laiju
An Indian citizen based in Canada, Nigil, a B-tech graduate with PG in Design Integration provides handholding support to students through RHM Club and offers training on AI.
Shruti Singh
An Indian citizen based in Uttar Pradesh, Shruti, a B-Arch graduate with three years of experience in Cad Designing, Restoration and Landscape provides end to end solution on Affordable Housing.
Valeria Massetani
Italy
Rashmi Prasad
India
Allison Platt
USA
Geoffery Cael
France
Vijaya Surendran
India
Soja Sudharman
India
Dolly Dayal
India
Adv. Chandramouli Prabhakar
India