Hindustan Unilever Foundation

Hindustan Unilever Foundation (HUF) is the philanthropic arm of Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL), established in 2010 to drive social and environmental impact in India.

Key Characteristics:

• Founded as a non-profit organization

• Focuses primarily on water conservation and community development

• Operates across multiple states in India

Mission and Vision:

HUF's primary mission is to make water security commonplace in India. Its 'Water for Public Good' programme aims to improve water access and equitable use for underserved communities. The foundation believes that water is a common resource that must be governed by citizen communities.

Operational Reach (as of Financial Year 2021-22):

• 8 States

• 2 Union Territories

• 46 Districts

• 10,000+ Villages

• 15 Partners

• Over 3,00,000 lives benefitted

Key Focus Areas:

• Water conservation

• Building local community institutions to govern water resources

• Enhancing farm-based livelihoods through judicious water practices

• Developing context-appropriate solutions based on groundwater and rainfall access

The foundation works closely with nonprofits and state governments to develop innovative solutions that create water security and well-being for rural communities, particularly in water-vulnerable regions of India.