Mahendra Prasad Sharma
Social WorkerMapInn Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering social awareness, education, empowerment, and sustainable development across India — with
About Society of NGO Awareness (SONA)
Society of NGO Awareness (SONA) is a visionary initiative founded under the leadership of Mr. Mahendra Prasad Sharma to unite and strengthen non-governmental organizations across Madhya Pradesh and India.
With over 275 registered NGOs from 52 districts, SONA serves as a collaborative platform to promote transparency, knowledge sharing, and social impact, ensuring that every organization can contribute effectively to nation-building.
Our Vision
To build a connected network of NGOs working with honesty, transparency, and dedication for the welfare of society.
We envision a future where every NGO works in harmony — guided by shared values and empowered with the right tools, resources, and collaborations to bring sustainable change at the grassroots level.
Our Mission
- To connect NGOs, institutions, and volunteers under a unified network.
- To train and guide organizations for effective project management and social impact.
- To ensure transparency, accountability, and credibility in NGO operations.
- To support government and CSR programs through active partnerships.
- To represent the voice of civil society at state and national forums.
Our Objectives
- Create a knowledge-sharing ecosystem for NGOs.
- Conduct capacity-building workshops and seminars.
- Provide legal and technical assistance for NGO registration, funding, and compliance.
- Facilitate collaboration between NGOs, corporates, and government agencies.
- Recognize and promote outstanding social work through awards and forums.
Our Activities
1️⃣ Capacity Building & Training
SONA conducts regular workshops to help NGOs understand government schemes, proposal writing, CSR partnerships, and project execution.
2️⃣ Awareness & Advocacy
We organize awareness drives on social issues such as education, environment, women’s empowerment, health, and sanitation — promoting collaboration among multiple NGOs for greater reach.
3️⃣ Networking & Collaboration
SONA serves as a bridge between NGOs, corporates, and government bodies, helping them share resources, data, and opportunities to scale their impact.
4️⃣ Recognition & Support
We identify and promote NGOs that demonstrate outstanding work in social sectors and connect them with CSR projects and donor agencies.
Our Achievements
- 275+ NGOs registered and active members across 52 districts of Madhya Pradesh.
- Hosted state-level and national seminars on social awareness and NGO collaboration.
- Partnered with reputed organizations like MapInn Foundation, Aaryabhatta Education Social & Science, and multiple corporate CSR wings.
- Organized large-scale COVID-19 relief and awareness campaigns across MP.
