History and Goals

History

RPI was founded in 2007 by Jesse Tincher and Susanna Turcotte. They had earlier been involved in Tsunami relief. Their desire was to continue charity work, working with integrity and accountability to establish effective projects especially among marginalised children, particularly female. After completing some Tsunami projects, the founding members were asked to help with a Home that rescues unwanted baby girls in the western Madurai district of Tamil Nadu, an area that has long been plagued with infanticide. Eventually, Jesse and Susann of RPI joined the Managment and Administrative Committees of the Home and have now launched several new projects in the area under the SHE banner to help combat female infanticide and foeticide and to provide educational opportunities for disadvantaged children. See Projects.

Our Approach

RPI has a 'hands-on, grass roots' philosophy, so that we stay in touch with the needs, and closely oversee our work and projects. This helps to maximise efficiency and effectiveness, as well as ensure honesty at all stages of our work. We have a close contact with donors and supporters, and keep them updated with our progress; they have the satisfaction of seeing where their money goes and appreciating its effect.