Lotus Petal Charitable Foundation IPO

About Lotus Petal Charitable Foundation

Lotus Petal Foundation is a not-for-profit organisation founded in 2011 that works to improve the lives of underserved communities through education, nutrition, livelihood, and skill development initiatives. Its flagship CBSE-affiliated Lotus Petal Senior Secondary School provides holistic education to children from disadvantaged backgrounds, while its Jeevika Skill Development Program equips youth with industry-relevant skills and placement support. Through the Vidya Sahyog Program, the foundation also extends digital learning support to schools across multiple states. Its initiatives are built around three core pillars—Education, Nutrition, and Livelihood—to promote the overall development of children and their families. The foundation also focuses on sustainability through solar-powered infrastructure, rainwater harvesting, and environmental awareness initiatives, aiming to create long-term social impact while operating with a low administrative cost structure.

SSE (Social Stock Exchange) IPO

An SSE (Social Stock Exchange) IPO is a structured way to support NGOs listed on the exchange. It’s not a tradable instrument. Your contribution goes directly to the NGO and the specific program it supports and is eligible for 80G tax benefits. Learn more.

Lotus Petal Foundation – Social Impact

• 29.44 lakh+ beneficiaries impacted across education, nutrition, livelihood, and skill development programs.
• 1,100+ students are enrolled at the CBSE-affiliated Lotus Petal Senior Secondary School.
• 2,700+ youth trained through the Jeevika Skill Development Program across multiple vocational courses.
• 275+ partner schools across 16 states are supported through the Vidya Sahyog Program.
• 90,000+ hours of live online instruction delivered through digital learning initiatives.
• 10,000+ students benefited through the Vidya Sahyog e-learning program.

Programs Offered by Lotus Petal Foundation

• School Education: Provides holistic, CBSE-affiliated education to children from underserved communities through Lotus Petal Senior Secondary School and Pratishthan Learning Centre.
• Digital Learning Support: Through the Vidya Sahyog Program, offers e-learning, teaching support, and infrastructure assistance to government, NGO, and affordable private schools.
• Scholarship Program: Provides financial assistance and mentorship to students from low-income families to help them pursue higher education.
• Skill Development & Employability: The Jeevika Skill Development Program offers NSDC-certified vocational training and placement support for underserved youth, college dropouts, and unemployed individuals.
• Health & Nutrition: Delivers nutritious meals, healthcare, wellness initiatives, yoga, meditation, and regular health camps to support children’s overall physical and mental well-being.

Are there any financial returns?

No. This is a Zero Coupon Zero Principal (ZCZP) instrument, unique to the Social Stock Exchange. It’s essentially a structured grant — you’re contributing to a social cause.

There are no financial returns and no principal repayment. The contribution reflects in your demat holdings and is eligible for 80G income tax deduction. ZCZP instruments are issued only in dematerialised form and cannot be traded in the secondary market.

How to Contribute via Zerodha?

• Log in to Kite Web and go to the Bids section to find SSE IPOs.
• Select the LPCFZCZP listing and enter your contribution amount (minimum Rs 1000).
• Once submitted, accept the mandate on the UPI app.
• The ZCZP instrument will appear in your demat holdings once listed. You will receive audited impact reports on how your contribution was utilised.