Our History
Sakhi Unique Rural Enterprise Pvt. Ltd. (SURE) established in 01 Jan 2009. We are rural marketing, distribution, training, consulting and development organization which have 2000+ Village Level Women entrepreneur called Sakhi. Currently working in two states of India (Maharashtra, Bihar). In Maharashtra namely Latur, Osmanabad, Solapur district have 1000+ Village Level Women entrepreneur (Sakhi).
SURE typically focus on creating economic opportunities and improving livelihoods in rural areas. Aim to address the challenges faced by rural communities, such as limited access to markets, education, healthcare, and basic infrastructure. SURE often prioritize local resources, skills, and cultural practices to create sustainable and inclusive development. Also, offer products or services that cater to the needs of rural areas, such as skill development programs, agricultural solutions, renewable energy initiatives, etc. SURE working for women entrepreneurship.
The Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves partnered with Sankalp Forum recognized SURE for outstanding innovation in clean cook solutions, and SURE Wons Sankalp – Global Alliance for Clean Cookstoves Award; Received Cash Prize of US$ 15,000 in April 17, 2013.
- Sakhi Unique Rural Enterprise (SURE) specializes in reaching out clean and green solutions to those at the BOP
- Base of the Pyramid – Social Enterprise
- Osmanabad, Solapur, Latur, Washim (Maharashtra), Gaya And Nalanda (Bihar)
- Started in the year 2009
Women Entrepreneur Network – Clean & Green, Agriculture products and services
Strengthening Retail Chain Logistics
- Equity – From Family and Friends (Raised : Rs.10,00,000 so far)
- Internal Accrual
SURE Business work model
Employment generation
Provide job / business opportunities to local residents, thereby reducing unemployment and poverty levels in rural areas.
Skill development
Offer vocational training and skill development programs to enhance the capabilities of the local workforce, making them more employable and enabling entrepreneurship.
Market access
Marketing of agricultural products from rural areas. It involve supporting farmers with training, technology, and market access to improve their productivity and income. Facilitate market linkages for rural producers, helping them reach broader markets and obtain fair prices for their products or services. Also providing marginal products for sale/ services, fostering entrepreneurship.
Sustainable agriculture and rural development
Promote sustainable farming practices, organic agriculture, or agro-processing, thereby improving agricultural productivity and increasing income for rural farmers.
Access to finance
Provide financial services to facilitate access to microfinance as well as bank linkage to grant loan that enable rural entrepreneurs to start or expand their businesses.
Social and community development
Contribute to the overall development of rural communities by educating, training to rural women’s and social initiatives.
Sustainable Practices
Focus on promoting sustainable and environmentally friendly practices. SURE involve by taking initiatives such as organic farming, renewable energy adoption (promoting solar products, biodigestor units and sabjii cooler), waste management, or conservation of natural resources. By integrating sustainability principles, SURE contributing to long-term environmental and social well-being.
Potential impact
Empower and support rural women by providing them with income-generating
opportunities.
Job creation and employment opportunities in rural areas.
Skill development and capacity building for rural communities.
Improvement in infrastructure and access to basic services in rural areas.
By focusing on women’s empowerment, SURE have a multiplier effect, as women tend to invest a significant portion of their income in their families; well-being, including education, health, and nutrition.
Empowerment of women and marginalized groups.
Sustainable and responsible use of natural resources.