Colonel Vasanth Venugopal, AC
The foundation was set up in 2007 by Subhashini in memory of her husband Col Vasanth V AC, who was immortalized as commanding officer of 9 Maratha Light Infantry on 31st July, 2007 in OP RAKSHAK at Uri, J&K while fighting against terrorists. He is the first posthumous Ashoka Chakra (AC) recipient in Karnataka, decorated for his gallant act and supreme sacrifice to our nation. He displayed outstanding bravery, courage, and resolute leadership during his illustrious career. It was this experience and direct observations of the war widows which birthed the need of VRF.
Trustees
The committee members are hands on with strategic functions of VRF. They are well established professionals in varied industry sectors.
Smt Subhashini V
Validates and course corrects VRF’s path with regards to the programs and beneficiaries management
Smt Smitha Srinivasan
Provides counsel in the areas of administrative processes
Shri M V S Vasan
Supports smooth functioning of work by looking out and meeting our infrastructure requirements
Shri Satish Kumar Dutt
Manages our finances and provides advice on all matters connected to it
Shri Capt. S Ravi
Anchors VRF’s larger socio-economic-psychological narrative and guiding force to our programs
Executives
The core team responsible for planning and implementation of VRF's projects.
Smt Archana Chakravarthy – CEO
Oversees operational effectiveness and anchors project research and design elements
Smt Deepthi Sharma
Leads VRF’s Women Empowerment Program and ensures maximum engagement with our beneficiaries
Shri Parashurama B L
Leads our Youth Empowerment Program and coordinates for smooth execution of our other projects
Shri Afzal Ahmed
Manages our accounting processes and helps navigate the administrative protocols
Donors
