M3M Foundation partners with Shikhar Dhawan Foundation & Punjab Kings

On the occasion of the International Women's Day this year, the KPH Dream Cricket Limited via the Indian Premier League franchise Punjab Kings has announced about their partnership with M3M Foundation and Shikhar Dhawan Foundation for supporting girl child education and skills. 

 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 who belong from economically disadvantaged homes for their higher vocational training for making them  financially independent and for shaping 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 scholarship enrolments will take place through registrations at the https://shikhardhawanfoundation.com/ website. Speaking on the initiative,  Shikhar Dhawan, Punjab Kings captain 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."

  Satish Menon, CEO at KPH Dream Cricket Limited  shared , "This is a wonderful initiative, and we are delighted to do our bit in support of providing 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."

 Dr. Payal Kanodia, M3M Foundation Chairperson and Trustee 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."