AWARDS
DHAN Vayalagam (Tank) Foundation wins the Water Sustainability Award 2026 — in the category of Participatory Water Management, at the 5th Water Sustainability Awards presented by TERI and UNDP in New Delhi.
Since 2011, DHAN Vayalagam (Tank) Foundation, in partnership with Axis Bank Foundation, has worked alongside local communities to restore traditional water tanks across five districts of Tamil Nadu — Dindigul, Madurai, Sivagangai, Pudukkottai and Ramanathapuram.
Mr. M.P. Vasimalai, Executive Director of DHAN Foundation, was honoured with the prestigious Global Pioneer of Mutual Microinsurance Award by the ICMIF Foundation during its inaugural Mutual Microinsurance Network Seminar held in Manila, Philippines (17–19 June 2026). The award recognizes his visionary leadership and pioneering contribution to advancing mutual microinsurance, strengthening financial inclusion, and extending social protection to vulnerable communities through community-owned institutions.
DHAN Foundation has been honoured by water.org with a Certificate of Appreciation and a Recognition of Contribution Award for its outstanding partnership in advancing Water, Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) initiatives across India.
DHAN Foundation received a recognition award from LIC of India, Madurai Division, for its valuable partnership and outstanding contribution to LIC's business in the region. The award was presented by Mr. Surajkumar, Senior Divisional Manager, and Mr. Gururajan, Senior Branch Manager (P&GS), LIC, Madurai Branch. The recognition reaffirms the long-standing collaboration between DHAN Foundation and LIC in promoting social security and expanding insurance coverage among communities.
Participating in Redington Fountation's 11th Annual Day event at Chennai. Received Certificate of Appreciation from them.
DHAN Foundation is honoured to receive the "Award for Best Water Conservation" from the Honourable Chief Minister of Tamil Nadu during the Mamallan Reservoir Foundation Stone Laying Ceremony, held at Thiruporur on 19 January 2026, organised by the Government of Tamil Nadu and TNWRD. This recognition reinforces our commitment to water TNY conservation and to building a sustainable future for generations to come.
We are honoured to be the Runner-Up of the European Microfinance Award 2025, selected from 103 global applications, along with a cash reward. Our heartfelt gratitude to e-MFP, InFiNe Luxembourg, and MIN for recognising our work. We dedicate this recognition to our communities whose resilience inspires our mission every day.
DHAN Foundation received the Best Performing NGO Award for Kariapatti block in Virudhunagar District.
This prestigious award was presented by the District Collector Dr V P Jeyaseelan IAS on the 76th Republic Day events held on
26th Jan 2025 at Virudhunagar District Collectorate.
Vayalagam Movement leader and Gundar Region members received the award
on behalf of DHAN Foundation.
Special thanks to SBI Foundation for the support in Kariyapatti Block of Virudhunagar District,
Tamilnadu under the Gram Seva Project.
DHAN Foundation was awarded for being excellence in Heritage Walks for the past two decades during the event called “TamilNadu Travel Expo 2024” held at IDA Scudder Hall of Madurai from September 20th to 22nd of 2024.
DHAN has received a Certificate of Excellence Award on "Rejuvenating waterbodies in Sivagangai district" from Mrs. Asha Ajith-The district collector , Sivagangai on the eve of Celebration of 75th Republic Day event held at Collectorate campus.
DHAN was awarded under "livelihood & skill building" for SUSTAIN project in the 1st edition of HDFC Parivartan - excellence Award ceremony. Feb 15 2024
DHAN Foundation won the best poster award during HCL Foundation partners meet held on Feb 07 2024 at New Delhi. Mr V Venkatesan and Mr Elamuhil received the award on behalf of DHAN Foundation. 2024
Habitat for Humanity India Innovation and Impact Award 2019.
Our Kalanjiam Mutual Movement Leader Smt Chinnapillai is honored with 4th highest civilian award, Padma Shri by the President of India.
National Siridhanya Award 2019
Social Consciousness Entrepreneur Award 2018
ISC-FICCI Sanitation Awards 2018
Excellent Performance Award by NABARD 2018 - 2019
Aram Award 2004
Sarda Equal Opportunity Award 2013
Times Of India Social Impact Awards
Second Category Prize 2012
Jindal Prize 2011
Best NGO Award 2009
National Tourism Award 2008
