Dharmavaram Boys Town Society

Provides quality education for marginalized children, enabling them to secure well-paying jobs and gain recognition in society

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About

  • Headquarters

    Dharmavaram, Andhra Pradesh

  • Since

    1974

Dharmavaram Boys Town Society (DBTS) is a charitable organization established by Mr. Walter Jorge Ankli, who is also a primary benefactor. DBTS is ded Read moreicated to the betterment of underprivileged and orphaned boys, regardless of their caste, creed, or religion. The society offers high-quality education spanning from nursery to 10th grade. Mission of DBTS: 1. To deliver top-notch education to children from impoverished and marginalized backgrounds, regardless of their caste, creed, or religion. 2. To provide a nurturing environment for orphaned and semi-orphaned children, enabling them to continue their education and pursue their passion for learning. 3. To embody a values-driven society with a humanistic approach, unwavering dedication to hard work and motivation, and a firm commitment to imparting value-based education to children from disadvantaged backgrounds. Vision of DBTS: To ensure that boys and girls hailing from impoverished and marginalized communities have access to high-quality education, thereby offering them opportunities to secure decent jobs with competitive salaries. This, in turn, grants them recognition and respect both within their families and in society at large.

Demographies Served

Programs

  • Residential hostel for orphan and semi-orphan boys

    A residential hostel has been established to accommodate orphaned and semi-orphaned boys, providing them with a range of free facilities in addition to education. Currently, there are 48 students residing in the hostel. These students receive a balanced diet as part of their care, and the hostel's manager, who is responsible for their well-being, oversees their studies and healthcare needs.

  • Teachers and trainings

    The school is staffed with a total of 18 teachers, along with one computer operator, one caretaker, and four cleaning staff members. Among the staff, 11 are permanent employees, 2 work part-time, and 11 are employed on a daily wage basis. The teachers have participated in training sessions organized by the Government at the mandal level. Additionally, the school conducts regular meetings at the school level to discuss topics such as the syllabus and teaching methods.

  • Sports

    DBTS places importance not only on academics but also on sports and games. The school boasts ample playground space and provides necessary sports equipment. In the school's timetable, specific periods are allocated for sports and games across all classes. Students engage in various games including cricket, basketball, volleyball, kho-kho, and kabaddi.
    For the girls from 3rd to 10th grade, they are divided into four houses named after renowned women such as Jhansilakshmi Bai, Rani Rudrama Devi, Mother Teresa, and Anne Ferrer. Similarly, boys are divided into houses named after distinguished men, including Sri Krishnadevaraya, Bhagat Singh, Swami Vivekananda, and Vincent Ferrer. Each house competes against other houses of the same gender in sports, while mixed teams are formed when conducting quiz competitions.

  • Gardening

    On the 6 acres of land owned by DBTS, crops such as rice and vegetables/green leaves are cultivated. Higher-class students receive education about the environment, fundamental farming practices, and the significance of green leaves, vegetables, and fruits. The efficient utilization of this land has allowed them to partially fulfill their rice and vegetable needs, thereby reducing the organization's financial burden. Additionally, the land features fruit trees, including lemon, jamun, and several mango trees.

Leadership Team

  • Moncho Ferrer

    President

Demographics & Structure

  • No. of Employees

    21-50

Registration Details

  • Registration ID

    129 of 1974

  • VO ID / Darpan ID

    AP/2017/0168983

  • FCRA

    010120014

Location

  • Headquarters

    (Registered Address) Dharmavaram Boys Town Society1-39 Goods Shed KottalaDharmavaram 515672Ananthapuramu (Dt.)Andhra Pradesh

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Other Details

  • Type & Sub Type

    Non-profit
    Society

Financial Details

 Income / Expenses
  • 2019-20

    Income
    Rs.7,284,264
    Expenses
    Rs.4,988,463
    Admin Expenses
    Rs.581,657
    Program Expenses
    Rs.4,406,806
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  • 2020-21

    Income
    Rs.5,113,674
    Expenses
    Rs.3,105,844
    Admin Expenses
    Rs.516,629
    Program Expenses
    Rs.2,589,215
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  • 2021-22

    Income
    Rs.7,254,469
    Expenses
    Rs.6,362,219
    Admin Expenses
    Rs.465,383
    Program Expenses
    Rs.5,896,836
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