Maayan Trust is a respected Charitable Trust & Non-Profit Organization in Tamil Nadu, India that has been also registered as a Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) since 2022.
Maayan Trust, from the inception itself, works on a delegated work environment. Each and every person in the organization is involved in the process of decision making in a scientifically designed system. Making Policy & Decision in the Foundation are done through a four-tier system.
Monthly review meetings are held for each division and department regularly.
The Executive Committee manages the Foundation’s operation directly and it reports to the Board of Advisors. Members of this committee are professionals working with Maayan Trust and it is mandatory to include a member from the Board of Advisors. The Executive Committee of Maayan Trust holds a meeting each Quarter (every three months) and looks after day-to-day management.
The Board of Advisors comprises of technically competent people from diverse backgrounds and expertise. The body is formed for a period of one year and a few independent members with eminence and reputation are nominated each year. Members of this board also meet once every Quarter. The Board of Advisors advises the Trustees of Maayan Trust, taking regular inputs from the Executive Committee.
The Board of Trustees sets the vision and broad guidelines for the Foundation and ensures good governance in liaison with the Board of Advisors; although, the Board of Trustees is not involved in the day-to-day operation of Maayan Trust.
Maayan Trust encourages its partners to follow Credibility norms for ensuring good governance in the development sector. Maayan Trust also follows norms of good governance itself. The Foundation strives to build capabilities of its grassroots NGO partners towards good governance. The Governance & Credibility System includes a systematic set of norms, which is administered and monitored by a qualified Company Secretary.
Internal & Process Audit System
This is conducted throughout the year in order to ensure accountability in the internal operation of the organization.
Statutory Audit
Statutory Audit is held by the statutory auditor for finalization of balance sheet and statement of affairs. This is also done to comply with standard statutory norms. Audit reports are discussed with the Board of Trustees, Advisory Body and the Executive Committee to take suitable and necessary steps if required.
Maayan Trust advocates use of technology for ensuring impartial monitoring and to cut down overhead cost. Maayan Trust has already started the system in a few of its programmes. Gradually, all its projects will be compatible with this system. The biggest challenges so far have been lack of access to technology in remote project areas and lack of working knowledge among grassroots NGO partners.
A monthly MIS is prepared and analyzed by the MIS Officers and it is submitted and discussed in Executive Committee meetings for assessing the operational activities and to do future planning.
Maayan Trust is exploring various technologies like GPS (Global Positioning System) to track and to do real time monitoring of all projects. Next in line is also video conferencing system which would eventually connect all Maayan Trust offices. It will facilitate decision making, monitoring, optimum involvement of all stake holders – including supporters, capacity building and training etc.
Your support can make a real difference in the lives of those we serve. We rely on the generosity of donors like you to fund our programs and services. Together, we can create a brighter future for all. If you would like to make a donation to Maayan Trust, please visit our Donate page to learn more.
Maayan Trust is always in need of volunteers for various tasks when we conduct events to raise funds. People of all ages and skill levels are welcome to help us. There are different roles you can take while volunteering for Maayan Trust. We provide volunteering opportunities, helping talented candidates across the world apply their skills in a challenging work environment. A strong and inclusive organizational culture that fosters teamwork, diversity, and empowerment, and values the contributions and perspectives of all staff and volunteers.