Building a Better World

Bringing meaningful change in the world is the core philosophy of the Villoo Poonawalla Foundation. We believe true transformation comes from nurturing the roots of society - quality education, affordable healthcare, and complete inclusivity.

Villoo Poonawalla Foundation

About Us

Dr. Cyrus S. Poonawalla founded the Villoo Poonawalla Foundation in 2012 to carry forward the legacy of Mrs. Villoo C. Poonawalla. Over the years, we have worked with several local partners, industry peers, and supported organizations like IDCA (Indian Deaf Cricket Association). We also back NGOs like Saheli and Muskaan, and remain committed to uplifting transgender communities.

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Our Impact

Over time, the Villoo Poonawalla Foundation
has impacted nearly
4,000,000 lives.

200,000+

Children nurtured through child protection programs

3,000+

Transgender individuals empowered

27,000+

Patients supported through medical aid

1,500,000+

Household linked to livelihood schemes.

Our Events

CES’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School Annual Day Celebration

CES’s Dr. Cyrus Poonawalla School Annual Day Celebration

The annual day celebrations at CES’s Dr. Cyrus S. Poonawalla High School (CBSE) brought the theme “Viksit Bharat” to life through thoughtful performances and heartfelt student participation. The event beautifully highlighted the four pillars of a developed India: innovation, technological advancement, cultural preservation and social equity, ideals that Villoo Poonawalla Foundation continues to support through its ongoing work in education and community development.

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Villoo Poonawalla Foundation Supported the Transgender Persons Cricket Tournament 2025

Villoo Poonawalla Foundation Supported the Transgender Persons Cricket Tournament 2025

Each run and every cheer on the field echoed something larger than the game. Villoo Poonawalla Foundation came together with the 2nd Transgender Persons Cricket Tournament 2025, marking a moment of visibility, inclusion and equal space for transgender athletes.

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Usha Uthup Nite at ALERT-INDIA: Celebrating the Vision of a Leprosy-Free India

Usha Uthup Nite at ALERT-INDIA: Celebrating the Vision of a Leprosy-Free India

Usha Uthup Nite at ALERT–INDIA brought together music and purpose, spotlighting the importance of awareness, timely care, and compassion in the fight against leprosy. Our CEO, Mr. Jaswinder Narang, was felicitated by Usha Uthup, reflecting a shared commitment to dignity and hope.

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Latest News

Keep track of media coverage, stories, and more.

10 June 2026

Bishop’s School inaugurates new academic building, honours Cyrus Poonawalla

The Bishop’s School, Camp, on Tuesday inaugurated a new academic building at its Pune campus and honoured distinguished alumni Dr Cyrus S Poonawalla and Adar C Poonawalla for their contribution to the project and their longstanding association with the institution.

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10 June 2026

द बिशप्स स्कूल ने अपने नए भवन के उद्घाटन के अवसर पर डॉ. साइरस एस. पूनावाला और श्री अदार सी. पूनावाला को सम्मानित किया

पुणे के कैंप में स्थित द बिशप्स स्कूल ने मंगलवार, 9 जून, 2026 को अपने पुणे परिसर में नए शैक्षणिक भवन का उद्घाटन किया। स्कूल के पूर्व-छात्र, डॉ. साइरस एस. पूनावाला ने मुख्य अतिथि के रूप में शामिल होकर इस कार्यक्रम की शोभा बढ़ाई।

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10 June 2026

बिशप स्कूलचा विद्यार्थी असल्याचा अभिमान : डॉ. सायरस पूनावाला

बिशप स्कूलने मला केवळ शिक्षण दिले नाही, तर माझ्या संपूर्ण आयुष्याचा भक्कम पाया घातला. आज मी जे काही आहे, त्यामागे या शाळेचे मोठे योगदान आहे. त्यामुळे बिशप स्कूलचा माजी विद्यार्थी असल्याचा मला सार्थ अभिमान आहे. शाळेच्या विकासासाठी कोणत्याही प्रकारची मदत करण्यास मी कायम तयार आहे,” असे प्रतिपादन सिरम इन्स्टिट्यूट ऑफ इंडियाचे संस्थापक व पद्मभूषण डॉ. सायरस पूनावाला यांनी केले.

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