In one of the most economically disparate countries in the world, we at The Little League (TLL) create an interface between you and the charity you do to help bridge not only the monetary gap but also the mental mindset divide. In seeking to achieve our aim, TLL adopts the novel model of ‘interactive charities’, which involves participation by both donors and benefactors. Pioneers of such a model in India, we understand the incremental value that time, effort and participation can provide; and accordingly, seek to provide opportunity for those who wish to be involved in CHANGE!
The TLL platform is a one year course designed to facilitate both a sports, and academic and vocational development. At TLL we identify issues that are predominantly plaguing children in the underprivileged strata of our society and shape our sessions around building specific and necessary life skills, using football as the messenger.
Sport has always been a fundamental part of Indian culture bringing people from all social classes together. Through our programme we encourage the values inherent in sport, and promote it’s role as an educational tool capable of contributing to the comprehensive development of the personality of those who practice it. We also intend to use football as a means of social integration for those who find themselves suffering from any form of marginalisation. Another thing TLL hopes to do is to disseminate all the cultural aspects linked to sport, promoting a sense of freedom and encouraging an "I can" attitude.
Our concept of an ‘interactive charity’ is one which involves and seeks to benefit each of the stakeholders associated with the organisation. We believe that in order to “Be the change you want to see in the world”, one needs to be actively involved. This is why, at TLL our mission is to provide a platform to both underprivileged children as well as those who wish to contribute towards changing the lives of such children.