In a major philanthropic success, the Akshaya Patra Foundation’s recent Tri-State Gala secured over USD 3 million to bolster its flagship school meals initiative in India. The fundraiser brought together community leaders, donors, and supporters united in the mission to end classroom hunger.
The event featured a silent auction and a gathering of over 500 attendees. Dr. Rachana Kulkarni, who leads the Tri-State chapter, noted that this amount marks one of their largest fundraising achievements to date, signaling strong backing from the diaspora and philanthropic community.
Proceeds from the gala will support the foundation’s mid-day meal programs, enabling expansion in reach, enhancement of food quality, and infrastructure upgrades. Supporters emphasized that ensuring every child is nourished contributes directly to better educational outcomes and helps communities thrive. 
Akshaya Patra operates one of the world’s largest school feeding initiatives, providing hot, nutritious meals to millions of children across India daily. These funds will help sustain and scale operations, reaching more underserved students and reinforcing long-term impact.
