At Drishti Foundation Trust, we have always worked with integrity, transparency, and accountability for over a decade. Since our inception, we have earned the trust of thousands of supporters, volunteers, partner institutions, and communities across India. Our work in research and development, higher education, river rejuvenation, ocean cleaning, water conservation, pond cleaning, tree plantation, wildlife protection, disaster management, and biodiversity conservation is driven by a commitment to honesty and ethical practices and that’s why this fraud alert is important.
Unfortunately, as our reputation has grown, so has the risk of misuse of our name, identity, and goodwill by fraudulent individuals or organizations so SOS from Fraud Alert. This page has been created to alert the public about possible fraudulent activities, scams, or impersonations carried out under the false name of Drishti Foundation Trust. Our goal is to protect you, our donors, and the communities we serve from falling victim to such deceptive practices.
Fraudulent activities harm everyone. They not only cheat innocent people out of their hard-earned money but also damage the trust we have built over years of genuine social service. We have observed cases where:
These actions are illegal, unethical, and punishable under Indian law. By being informed and alert, you can help stop such fraud.
We want to make it very clear:
If you are ever in doubt, please contact us directly before making any payment or sharing your personal details.
To protect yourself from fraud, verify the following before engaging with anyone claiming to represent us:
While fraudsters may change their tactics over time, here are some common scams reported to us:
Scammers may contact you by phone, email, or social media claiming to raise funds for our environmental projects, disaster relief, or wildlife protection programs. They may use urgent appeals to pressure you into transferring money immediately.
How to protect yourself:
Only donate through the official donation page on our website or our verified payment gateway.
Fraudsters advertise fake job or internship openings with Drishti Foundation Trust, asking candidates to pay for training materials, application processing, or security deposits.
Our policy:
We never request payment at any stage of recruitment or volunteering. All vacancies and opportunities are posted only on our official website and verified channels.
Some scammers pose as senior members of our Trust offering to partner on environmental or educational projects in exchange for an “administrative fee” or “grant application charge.”
Our approach:
Partnership discussions happen only through our official leadership team and involve proper documentation without any upfront payments.
Fraudulent accounts may run donation drives using our name and logo but direct funds to personal accounts.
Tip:
Always look for the verification badge on our official social media accounts and confirm the fundraising appeal on our website before contributing.
If you encounter any suspicious communication, donation request, or person claiming to represent Drishti Foundation Trust, please report it immediately.
You can contact us through:
When reporting, please provide:
Your report will help us take action with law enforcement and protect others from being targeted.
We treat all cases of fraud and impersonation with utmost seriousness. Depending on the severity of the case, we may:
Our legal and compliance teams work tirelessly to ensure that offenders are held accountable.
Every supporter, donor, and well-wisher plays a crucial role in stopping fraud. Here’s how you can help:
To ensure authenticity, always rely on the following official channels:
Fraudsters often target NGOs like ours because:
Understanding these tactics will make you less vulnerable to scams.
We are constantly monitoring for unauthorized use of our name and brand. This includes:
Your trust is the foundation of our mission. The Drishti Foundation Trust exists to serve communities, protect the environment, and create lasting positive change. Fraudulent activities not only harm individuals but also divert resources away from critical projects like river rejuvenation, water conservation, wildlife protection, and disaster management.
By staying alert, verifying information, and reporting suspicious activities, you help us continue our work without disruption. Together, we can protect both the integrity of our mission and the safety of our supporters.
If you ever feel uncertain about a communication or request in our name, please reach out to us immediately. Let’s stand united against fraud and ensure that the work we do reaches the people and places that need it the most.
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