A Family Legacy. A Continuing Commitment to Service.
Chintamani Foundation is a family-led philanthropic institution committed to creating meaningful and sustainable impact across communities.
Recognising that lasting change requires collective effort, we collaborate with partners to promote dignity and self-reliance. By combining traditional values with contemporary approaches, we aspire to build a more equitable future.
A Future Where Every Life Holds Dignity and Purpose.
To build compassionate, resilient and self-reliant communities where every individual has the opportunity to lead a life of dignity and purpose.
Turning Service Into Sustainable Impact.
To create meaningful and sustainable impact through initiatives in education, environment, health and community development while upholding the values of service, integrity and inclusivity.
The Principles Behind Our Purpose
Our values shape not only what we do, but how we do it.
People at the Centre
Placing communities and people at the centre of everything we do.
Doing What Is Right
Acting with transparency, accountability and responsibility.
Leading With Empathy
Responding with empathy and respect.
Creating Opportunity for All
Creating opportunities for all sections of society.
Stronger Together
Believing in the power of partnerships and collective action.
Building for Tomorrow
Building solutions that create long-term value.
A Family Legacy Rooted in Purpose & Service
The Foundation is guided by a collective family heritage and shared values committed to carrying forward a lifelong tradition of service, integrity, compassion, and community leadership, drawing direct inspiration from the extraordinary life of Pandit Chintamani Sharma.
Pandit Chintamani Sharma was a freedom fighter, educator, social reformer and people's leader whose life embodied courage, simplicity, truth and selfless service. Born in 1912 in Nisukhra, Bulandshahr, he joined India's freedom movement, followed Mahatma Gandhi's principles and devoted himself to the welfare of the common people.
Panditji remained devoted to public welfare until his final days, leaving behind a lasting foundation of values that his family and descendants continue to uphold and cherish.
After Independence, his commitment to society continued through direct action. From serving refugees and flood-affected communities during the 1947 Yamuna floods to actively promoting deep communal harmony.
Throughout his life, he served in numerous governmental, political, social and philanthropic organisations, including the Delhi Municipal Corporation, Anti-Drugs Committee, Freedom Fighters Committee and Debt Conciliation Board of the Delhi High Court—instilling a generational ethos of giving back.
Elected as an MLA from Shahdara in 1952, he worked for better living conditions, electricity, water, flood relief, self-reliance, and equal opportunities, leaving behind a lasting legacy as a freedom fighter, social worker, and people’s leader.
In honour of his enduring contribution and remarkable legacy, the flyover and adjoining chowk at Welcome, Shahdara, East Delhi were named after him as “Chintamani Sharma Setu” and “Chintamani Sharma Chowk.” These landmarks stand as a lasting tribute to a life devoted to service, education and the welfare of the people.
Leadership Rooted in Legacy. Driven by Impact.
The foundation carries forward the values of Late Shri Chintamani Sharma through a new generation of leadership—combining grassroots action, legal insight, and a shared commitment to meaningful social change.
As the grandson of Late Shri Chintamani Sharma, Kapil Sharmaa carries forward a legacy of public service through hands-on community initiatives. His work spans food security, nutrition, environmental sustainability, and preventive healthcare, with a focus on turning every initiative into meaningful and measurable support.
As the granddaughter-in-law of Late Shri Chintamani Sharma, Sakshi Sharma brings together legal expertise and social commitment. An LL.B. graduate from the University of Delhi, she contributes to governance, human rights, and equitable welfare initiatives, strengthening the foundation’s approach to responsible and lasting community impact.
