As the nation celebrates the historic ascent of India’s women’s cricket team into the World Cup finals, the spirit of inclusion and determination they embody found a powerful echo on a different field, where Magic Bus India Foundation, in partnership with JSW Foundation, brought together adolescents from six Bal Sabha villages, transforming the cricket ground into a canvas of collaboration, where mixed-gender teams redefined the spirit of competition through teamwork, mutual respect and shared leadership. On these fields, the all-girls team from Kullamudaiyanur mirrored that same spirit of perseverance, remaining undefeated through their league matches and securing a place in the finals. Their journey is a testament to what unfolds when young minds are given the freedom to play, the courage to dream and the opportunity to lead, and through such initiatives, Magic Bus and JSW Foundation continue to harness the power of sport as a catalyst for inclusion, confidence and lifelong change. #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #JSWFoundation #SportsForDevelopment #ChildhoodToLivelihood #InclusivityInAction #GirlsInSports #WomenInBlue #IntoTheFinals #AdolescentEmpowerment #LeadershipThroughSport #CricketForChange #SocialImpact #India
Magic Bus India Foundation
Non-profit Organizations
Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 115,680 followers
Equipping adolescents with life skills & knowledge needed to escape poverty. 1 million impacted since 1999 and counting
About us
Founded in 1999 by Matthew Spacie, Magic Bus is building a world where young people break out of poverty to lead fulfilling, rewarding lives and contribute positively to their communities. This is achieved by enabling adolescents to complete secondary education and skilling young people to be in jobs. Our Childhood to Livelihood programme works with adolescents and young people in the age group of 12 to 24 years. Over the past two decades, we have spread our reach across India and impacted more than 1 million young people across 24 states and 75 districts. We have set up 240 Community Learning Centres and are present in 2342 schools We have set up 80 Livelihood Centres and 8 Entrepreneurship Incubation Centres What are our programmes about? Childhood Programme: In our Childhood Programme, we work with adolescents and multiple stakeholders from their connected ecosystem. We focus on teaching Life Skills, enhancing education and imparting employability skills. Livelihood Programme: Our Livelihood Programme enhances employability by imparting Employability Skills and connecting young people to sustainable livelihood opportunities through sector specific training, job placements and post-placement support. Entrepreneurship Development Programme: Our Entrepreneurship Development Programme assists and mentors budding young entrepreneurs from underserved communities, 70 successful entrepreneurs from 3 regions have been supported through this programme. To find out more about our programmes and support our work visit: http://www.magicbus.org
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- Non-profit Organizations
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- 1,001-5,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra
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- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1999
- Specialties
- Children, Activity Based Learning, Education, Livelihood, Health, Gender Equity, Mentorship, Poverty Alleviation, Development, Youth Development, and Consultancy
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                Get directions3rd Floor, Reliable Plaza, Thane Belapur Road, Airoli Navi Mumbai, Maharashtra 400708, IN 
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    Congratulations to our Women in Blue for the record-breaking chase and their march into the finals. Every stroke, every sprint, every moment on the field reflected unwavering grit and grace. Today we celebrate not just a victory, but the heroic spirit of every woman who turns challenges into milestones #HERरोज़, proving that when given a chance, she can create heroic wins while inspiring millions. Here’s to this #HeroicWin and wishing Team India another heroic triumph in the World Cup final — bring it home! #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #ChildhoodToLivelihood #ICC #BCCI #ICCWomensWorldCup #WomenInBlue #TeamIndia #BleedBlue #IndianWomensCricketTeam #CricketWorldCup #WomensCricket #Herरोज़ #HeroicWin 
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    Discover how purpose-led marketing drives impactful transformation in the social sector with Vaibhav Budhraja, Senior Director & Head - Marketing, The/Nudge Institute. Hosted by Ms. Priti Karandikar, Global Head - Marketing & Communications, Magic Bus India Foundation, this talk explores how campaigns spark real change and build lasting impact through creatives that reshape society. Click to watch the full video: https://lnkd.in/d-gPuKdx #WhyPurpose #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #ChildhoodtoLivelihood #PurposeMarketing Purpose as Identity: Driving Social Good | Episode 2 | Magic Bus India Foundationhttps://www.youtube.com/
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    Magic Bus India Foundation is proud to join hands with the Government of Karnataka as an Association Partner for the Bengaluru Skill Summit 2025, the state’s first flagship platform for workforce transformation. Organised by the Skill Development Entrepreneurship and Livelihood Department, Government of Karnataka with KSDC, KSDA and KDEM, the summit will bring together policymakers, industry, academia and youth to position Karnataka as a global leader in future-ready skilling. As an organisation empowering young people to move from childhood to livelihood, Magic Bus continues to strengthen India’s skilling ecosystem through education-to-employment pathways. Our partnership with the Bengaluru Skill Summit reflects our shared commitment to shaping a generation that is confident, capable and ready for the future of work. Dates: 4th - 6th November, 2025 Venue: The Lalit Ashok, Bengaluru Visit the link below to know more 👇🏻 https://lnkd.in/gWHXupJD Visit the link below to register now👇🏻 https://lnkd.in/g2SHa7t6 Trescon | Mohammed Saleem | Naveen Bharadwaj | Shadi Dawi | Swarnavo Roy | Madhukar Dudda | Sanjiv Singh | Anil Kumar | PRAVEEN KUMAR S | Thulasi Devi | Samprity Dutta | Swapna Samanth | Utkarsh Pant | Simran Arora | Isha Dutta | Imran Mushtaq | Prakash Govindarajan | Nawaz Ahmed | Gaurav K Punjabi | Jithendra Prasad M | aarthi singh #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #ChildhoodToLivelihood #BengaluruSkillSummit #SkillDevelopment #FutureOfWork #Innovation #Leadership #Workforce2030 #PartnershipsForProgress #SocialImpact #NGO #India 
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    𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐮𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐲, 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐠𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐅𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐨𝐰𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞! This time, the headlines tell a story of purpose, passion and people coming together for change, as Magic Bus India Foundation has been recognised by Great Place To Work India among 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐚’𝐬 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐍𝐆𝐎𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐅𝐨𝐫 2025 and honoured as a 𝐒𝐨𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐈𝐜𝐨𝐧. These milestones are more than recognitions, they are reflections of our collective spirit, our belief in the power of meaningful work and our commitment to creating pathways to a better future for all. From transforming communities to nurturing a workplace where purpose thrives, every achievement at Magic Bus is powered by people who care deeply and act boldly. This recognition belongs to every changemaker who fuels our mission with empathy, innovation and hope, because when purpose guides the journey, impact becomes the headline and change is the legacy we leave behind. Catch the full story behind the headlines👇🏻 https://lnkd.in/dXCe6V_C #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #ChildhoodToLivelihood #GreatPlaceToWork #SocialImpactIcon #MakingADifference #DrivingChange #InTheHeadlines #EmpoweringCommunities #BuildingTheFuture #PurposeDrivenWork #NGO #India 
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    Interviews were once daunting for Heera Khan. But she took the courageous first step with the Magic Bus 45-day Livelihood Programme. She built essential communication and confidence skills, acing her very first job interview. Heera's success now supports her family and proves that with the right guidance, ambition becomes achievement. We believe every young person can achieve their dreams. Call +91 8976720841 to unlock your #Ticket2Livelihood and become the next #MagicBusLivelihoodChampion #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #LivelihoodChampions #YouthEmpowerment #ChildhoodToLivelihood #ConfidenceBuilding #LifeSkills #TransformLives #UnlockPotential #MagicBusImpact #LivelihoodProgramme #India #NGO 
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    When Partnerships Spark Possibilities! At Magic Bus India Foundation, we know that when vision meets collaboration, futures ignite. The recent visit by Infosys Foundation to St. Joseph’s College of Arts and Science for Women, Karnataka was a celebration of curiosity, ambition, and ingenuity shining through our youth and alumni. Beyond stories and showcases, the exchange brimmed with guidance and inspiration, as donor partners explored ways to amplify skill-building, integrate AI-driven tools, and provide targeted support for youth from diverse backgrounds, ensuring every participant steps into the future with confidence. Together, we’re not just building technical expertise, we’re nurturing resilience, vision, and the drive to thrive in tomorrow’s world. #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #ChildhoodToLivelihood #InfosysFoundation #Infosys #YouthDevelopment #NextGenLeaders #TransformingFutures #UnlockPotential #Skilling #India #NGO 
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    Every gentle word from a mother plants the courage to dream. #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #AdolescentProgramme #ChildhoodToLivelihood #LifeSkills #EmpoweringUnderservedCommunity #Dreams #CandidSunday #Education 
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    In 2025–26, the Indian government allocated ₹3,794 crore to the Ministry of Youth Affairs and Sports, marking a 130.9% increase from FY 2014–15. Of this, ₹1,000 crore was designated for the Khelo India Programme, underscoring the focus on youth sports development. Source: Press Information Bureau - India This content isn’t available here Access this content and more in the LinkedIn app 
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    At the heart of every transformation stands a guide who believes, a #MagicMaker who turns potential into promise. Jacqueline Moraise, one such force at Magic Bus India Foundation, empowers young people to step beyond hesitation and embrace growth with courage, curiosity and conviction. Her journey reflects the power of education blended with empathy, where every session becomes a spark for change. Today, as she guides young minds through life and employability skills, Jacqueline embraces AI-integrated learning, where innovation meets aspiration. Learning alongside her youth participants, she turns technology into a bridge to opportunity, and for her, true reward lies in every success story and every transformation that reflects a future made brighter through belief and learning. #MagicBusIndiaFoundation #ChildhoodToLivelihood #MagicMaker #LifeSkills #YouthEmpowerment #AILearning #UnlockPotential #BuildingFutures #SocialImpact #NGO #India