About Aayan Foundations
Rooted in Communities.
Driven by Purpose.
We have been working alongside India's most marginalized communities to build futures where every person can thrive, not just survive.
Our Mission
To break the cycle of poverty through dignified, community-led interventions in education, health, and livelihood — measured by lives changed, not inputs spent.
Our Vision
In India where every child is educated, every family is healthy, and every woman is economically independent — regardless of caste, geography, or circumstance.
Our Values
Transparency, dignity, community ownership, and radical accountability guide everything we do. We work with communities, not for them.
Our Story
In Memory of Aayan
Aayan Foundations is named in loving memory of Aayan, the son of our founder Satish Kumar Tripathy and co-founder Sunayana Das. Aayan would have turned 8 years old on 10 June 2026. He passed away due to ill health, leaving behind a grief no words can fully hold — and a purpose that could not be left unfulfilled.
In his name, his parents chose to build something that outlasts loss: a foundation committed to the wellbeing of children and communities, so that other families may be spared the suffering they know too well.
Every initiative we undertake is a tribute to Aayan's memory — and a promise that his name will stand for care, hope, and dignity for years to come.
Leadership
The People Behind the Mission
Experienced changemakers driven by purpose over profit.
CAPT. S.K. Tripathy
Founder & Chairman
Aviation industry veteran and visionary entrepreneur behind PAYAKT PRIVATE LIMITED's mission to democratize GDS education across India.
Sunayana Das
Co-Founder & Vice Chairman
School teacher with over 15 years of experience, bringing deep commitment to education and community empowerment.
Nikhil Lande
Manager
Social entrepreneur and development economist. Designed and scaled 20 projects across various domains.
Our Team
The People Who Make It Happen
Dedicated staff and volunteers working together every day to serve our communities with care and commitment.
Transparency
Annual Reports
Explore our annual reports to see the impact we've created together. Every report provides a detailed overview of our financials, initiatives, and the lives we've touched throughout the year.
Make a Difference
Be Part of This Story
Every volunteer, donor, and partner adds a new chapter to Aayan's journey.