Our Story
Two decades of dedication to education, empowerment, and
community transformation
"No Time is Better Spent Than That Spent in Service
of Other"
— The Ayesha Foundation’s Guiding Principle
Our Journey
From humble beginnings to transforming thousands of lives
2001
LMES Established
Lateef Memorial Educational Society was founded on July 19, 2001, as a ‘not for profit’ voluntary organization to help backward and under-privileged Muslim communities.
Ayesha Foundation Born
Following LMES’s path, we established The Ayesha Foundation with compassionate team members and dedicated volunteers, registered with the Government of Karnataka.
2006
2006
Flora Gardens School Opens
We started Flora Gardens School with a few primary school children from the neighborhood, with special focus on the girl child in Meerut Cantt.
IBTIDA Project Launched
Started non-formal education center at Lal Kurti Area (Begum Bridge) to provide education to street and working children, bridging them to formal education.
2016-17
2018
Major Milestone
Reached out to 4,648 direct and indirect beneficiaries. Expanded Flora Gardens School to include 6-10 standard program exclusively for girls.
Continued Growth
Over 5,000 students taught. Planning expansion to Saharanpur, Muzaffarnagar, and Bijnore districts. Collaboration with Tara – Crafted By Her.
Present
Vision & Mission
Our guiding principles and commitment.
Our Vision
To bring sustainable change in the lives of underprivileged children, young girls, and women by breaking the cycle of poverty through education.
Our Mission
To implement effective and innovative solutions that improve the quality of life for vulnerable Muslim communities, focusing on child welfare and women empowerment through education, health, and skill development.
Our Objectives
Strategic goals to achieve our vision
Establish Quality Education
Establishing and educating underprivileged children in Uttar Pradesh, India through accessible, quality schooling.
Conducive Learning Environment
Providing safe, supportive spaces where learners can thrive academically and personally. Best enviorment.
Empower Women & Girls
Conducting social welfare and cultural programs focused on women's empowerment and girls' education.
Healthcare Access
Organizing health care camps for marginalized sections of society, ensuring basic health services.
Resource Provision
Delivering best available resources including academic books, journals, computer and internet labs.
Secondary School for Girls
Launching Flora Gardens senior secondary school to ensure girls complete their education.Girl with safety.
Our Holistic Approach
Five pillars of empowerment working together
Education
Quality learning
for all ages
Empowerment
Skills for selfr-
eliance
Health
Wellness and
medical care
Rights
Awareness and
advocacy
Citizenship
Responsible community
members
Leadership
Meet the dedicated force behind our mission
Ms. Shabana Quarashi
Director & Founder
• BEd. (Aligarh)
• MSc. (Extension Education)
• MBA (IGNOU)
Our Credentials
Officially recognized and registered
LMES Registration
Registered society under the Society’s Registration Act Rule 21 of 1860
Registration No. 526
Foundation Registration
The Ayesha Foundation is registered with the Government of Karnataka
Established 2006
Headquarters
Behind Caltex Petrol Pump
Begum Bridge, 77 Bank Street
Meerut Cantt, Uttar Pradesh
Serving since 2001