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There are two prominent NGOs with “Gram” in their names, each operating in different countries and focusing on various development initiatives:

🇧🇩 Gram Unnayan Karma (GUK) – Bangladesh

Established in 1993, Gram Unnayan Karma (GUK) is a national-level non-governmental organization in Bangladesh dedicated to the socio-economic development of underprivileged communities. Headquartered in Bogura, GUK operates over 350 field offices across 56 districts.  

Key Programs:
• Microfinance
• Primary Healthcare
• Non-formal Primary Education
• Eye Care Services through GUK Eye Hospital
• Green Energy Initiatives
• Micro-Enterprise Development
• Livelihood and Climate Resilience Projects   

GUK also operates gGalore Ltd., a sister concern that provides market linkage facilities for its beneficiaries by setting up chain superstores selling consumer goods and products made by GUK beneficiaries. 

Contact Information:
• Website: guk.org.bd
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +880 1733-366999  

🇮🇳 Gram-Utthan – India

Founded in 1990, Gram-Utthan is a leading NGO based in Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India. It focuses on the holistic development of marginalized communities across 15 districts in Odisha and 5 districts in Chhattisgarh.  

Key Initiatives:
• Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) projects like Jaljeevika
• Vocational Skill Training for unemployed youth
• Women’s Empowerment through partnerships, such as with USHA for traditional arts like Chandua
• Community Mobilization and Microfinance  

Gram-Utthan collaborates with various government bodies and international agencies to scale its impact. 

Contact Information:
• Website: gramutthan.org
• Email: [email protected]
• Phone: +91 94370 76225  

If you’re interested in specific programs, partnership opportunities, or volunteering with either of these organizations, feel free to ask for more detailed information.