About NEED
Learn about our founder's vision, our history of service, and the core principles that guide our mission to empower communities.
Our Founder's Vision
P. Venugopala Rao, Secretary & Executive Director
NEED was established in 1992 and officially registered in 1998 under the leadership of Mr. P. Venugopala Rao. It began as a compassionate response to the challenging living conditions of disadvantaged populations, aiming to restore dignity and provide opportunities through dedicated service.
Our Story & Purpose
Milieu of the NEED
“National Environment & Education Development" (NEED) is a well-known organization in the Vizianagaram and Parvathipuram Manyam Districts of Andhra Pradesh. It is a symbol of Environmental Protection, compassionate response to challenging living conditions, and a commitment to education.
NEED organisation exists to empower individuals and communities through education, innovation, and sustainable initiatives, enabling them to reach their full potential and create a better future.
NEED At a Glance
Key information about our organization's legal standing and financial transparency.
Legal Information
Society Reg. No:
185/1998NITI Aayog ID:
AP/2016/0105926FCRA No:
010370048CSR Reg. No:
CSR00023262Tax & Financial
PAN:
AAATN7601ETAN:
VPPN00854A12A & 80G Status:
ApprovedGST No:
37AAATN7601E2ZRFinancial Transparency
We are committed to financial accountability. Our turnover reflects our growing impact and the trust placed in us by our partners and donors.
Turnover Highlights
Total Turnover (Last 5 Years)
Growth from 2021-22 to 2023-24
Highest Recorded Turnover
Official Recognition & Our Presence
Our work is backed by official certifications and a strong, strategic presence in the communities we serve.
Key Certifications
We are a fully compliant and recognized organization, holding certifications crucial for our work with vulnerable populations. Our key registrations include FCRA, 12A & 80G, PAN, TAN, and GST.
- Certificate of Section 51 of Persons with Disabilities Act.
- Licensed under Women & Children Institutions Rules 2010 and Act 1956.
- ODPL ISO 9001:2015 Certified.
Admin & Field Offices
Our presence extends across the region to ensure we are accessible to the communities that need us most.
- Admin Office: Door.No.382 Jeypore Road, Near RTC Complex, SALUR – 535 591, Parvathipuram Manyam District.
- Parvathipuram: Near Hotel Bhaskar Road, Parvathipuram Manyam District.
- Vizianagaram: Sri Lalitha Nagar, K.L. Puram, Vizianagaram.
- Kalahandi (Odisha): Balaramnagar, Bhawanipatna, Dist-Kalahandi.
Our Core Objectives
Our actions are driven by a commitment to universal brotherhood and a love for the underprivileged. We aim to create qualitative and quantitative changes in the socio-economic life of the communities we serve.
Community & Welfare
To establish and support charitable activities in all fields of human enterprise, with a focus on agriculture, health, and welfare for handicapped and tribal peoples.
Empowerment & Rights
To protect and promote human rights, create leadership among tribal and rural masses, and provide livelihood opportunities for the fulfillment of basic needs.
Sustainable Development
To ensure sound and sustainable management of the environment and forests, and to work on issues like Disaster Management and Climate Change.
Education for All
To ensure quality education and healthcare for all socially and economically disadvantaged children through government and non-governmental programs.
Skill Development
To provide comprehensive training on skill development to empower youth and unemployed individuals, enhancing their employability and self-reliance.
Health & Awareness
To organize workshops and awareness programs on HIV/AIDS, Leprosy, TB, and other communicable and non-communicable diseases.
Type of NGO Involvement
We employ a hands-on, participatory approach to ensure our interventions are effective and community-driven.