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Goonj Maharashtra

State Report

Transforming lives through dignity,
sustainability and community empowerment

Over the years, as our urban work spread to other centers in Maharashtra, a strong systemic connection emerged across rural regions. Communities stepped up with their efforts and local knowledge, evolving their own solutions for urgent issues like water, sanitation, ecology, livelihood, and more.

This bridge-building between urban and rural areas is at the heart of Goonj’s idea—facilitating a barter system where urban surplus material and rural wisdom become two powerful currencies for development. This report, marking 25 years of Goonj, offers a glimpse into the inspiring possibilities that have emerged across this vibrant state.

MAHARASHTRA COMMUNITY IMPACT:

KEY HIGHLIGHTS (2014-2024)

The following numbers represent the collective power of communities in driving change

RURAL DEVELOPMENT

6,000+

tonnes of material repurposed to reach village communities.

EDUCATION

100,000+

school kits reached to 1,600+ schools.

ENVIRONMENT

170,000+

saplings planted, promoting sustainable conservation efforts.

WATER MANAGEMENT

1800+

initiatives for rural water security.

MENSTRUAL HYGIENE

3,80,000+

MY Pads channelised for menstrual awareness.

URBAN Partnerships

250+

organizations engaged in sustainable development.

DISASTER RESPONSE

1,60,000+

families reached during floods, cyclones and fires

MALNUTRITION SOLUTIONS

2700+

kitchen gardens developed to combat food insecurity.

LIVELIHOOD Restoration

1600+

families empowered to rebuild their sources of income.

Each milestone reflects the spirit of community action and resilience.

Join the movement! Read the full Goonj Maharashtra Impact Report to discover how urban surplus and community action are transforming lives.

IMPACT STORIES

Behind every statistic is a story of transformation and dignity-led development.

JOIN THE MOVEMENT

This is our clarion call to people: Don’t just recycle, ‘Goonj.. it’ instead!

Any surplus material you may have—at home, in offices, or anywhere—is urgently needed to respond to climate change and climate emergencies across India. Goonj exponentially increases the impact of your material by deploying it to mobilize and enable people in both urban and rural India to drive climate action-led solutions.

Let’s play a more active role in shaping a better world for ourselves and future generations.

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