In a small village like Atchuvely, getting into university is a remarkable achievement. It represents years of hard work, resilience, and the determination to rise above poverty. But for many students, the joy of university admission is quickly overshadowed by financial stress. Books, transport, meals, accommodation — all of it adds up. Many students are forced to consider dropping out simply because their families can’t afford to support them any longer.
The AKAS Foundation stands by these students. We support those from Atchuvely who have secured a place at university but lack the financial means to continue. Through our University Student Support Project, we offer Rs. 8,000 per month (around €25 or £22) to help with living expenses and academic needs, so these young people can stay focused on their education and their future.
Monthly financial aid for university students from Atchuvely
Covers essential expenses like transport, accommodation, books, and meals
Prevents dropout due to financial hardship
Supports students throughout their full degree programme
Many of these students are the first in their family to attend university
A degree changes not just one life, but the entire family’s future
Without financial support, even the most capable students are at risk of leaving university early
Every donation helps build a stronger, more educated generation in Atchuvely
“Getting into university was a dream come true, but I didn’t know how I’d afford it. Thanks to the AKAS Foundation, I could pay for transport, meals, and books. I’m now in my second year, and I know I’ll make it to graduation — because I’m not alone.”
If Atchuvely was your beginning, you’ll remember the challenges — the simple classrooms, the determined students, and families doing their best with so little. Now, you have the chance to give back and help change the story for the next generation.
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