Our Story
RisePoint Educational Foundation began in a small village, with one simple goal: to make sure no child loses their dreams because of lack of guidance or access to education. Our founder, Rajpal Godara, was the first person in his village to attend school. When he went to university, he realized that thousands of talented students were being left behind—not because of talent, but because they lacked mentorship, guidance, and access to resources.
He started by teaching English to one student, and that small effort gradually grew into a movement. Today, RisePoint reaches over 80,000 students across India, operates 400 learning centers in 13 states, and provides technology, mentorship, and international exposure.
"What took me ten years could now be done in three because no child should face life alone."
— Rajpal Godara
Founder, RisePoint Ed Foundation
Meet Rajpal Godara
Iwas born in a small farming village in Bikaner, Rajasthan. In my community, most children never see higher education. Not because they lack talent, but because they lack guidance, exposure, and opportunity.
My own life changed because one person believed in me—my school teacher, Sharwan Ji Johara. He showed me that education could be a way out, even for someone from a village with no resources. With his guidance, I earned admission to the English and Foreign Languages University in Hyderabad, where I studied Japanese.
Later, I worked as a consultant with JSW Steel and JFE Steel, and then as a Senior Operations Associate at Amazon in Bangalore. Along the way, I cleared JLPT N2 and scored 740 on the GMAT. But something kept pulling me back to where I started.
I saw thousands of students in villages like mine losing their dreams—not because they were weak, but because no one was guiding them. That is when I started RisePoint.
It began with teaching English to one student at my university. I trained a few volunteers. We worked with a few schools. Step by step, that small effort grew.
Today, RisePoint supports 80,000+ students across 13 states and 20 languages, providing mentorship, digital learning, books, career guidance, and access to global opportunities.
My vision is simple:
Talent exists everywhere. Opportunity does not.
Through RisePoint and technology, I want to bring mentorship and quality education to every corner of India.
One mentor changed my life. Now I am building a system so millions of children can have the same chance.
The Journey
Village in Bikaner, Rajasthan
Born in a small farming village where most children never see higher education.
Teacher Sharwan Ji Johara
One person believed in him and showed that education could be a way out.
EFLU Hyderabad
Earned admission to English and Foreign Languages University to study Japanese.
JSW Steel, JFE Steel & Amazon
Worked as consultant with JSW/JFE Steel, then Senior Operations Associate at Amazon Bangalore.
GMAT 740 & JLPT N2
Cleared JLPT N2 and scored 740 on the GMAT while working full-time.
Teaching One Student
Started by teaching English to one student at university. Trained volunteers. Worked with schools.
80,000+ Students Across India
RisePoint now supports students across 13 states and 20 languages with mentorship, digital learning, and global opportunities.
Key Achievements
80,000+ Students
Learners reached across 13 states in India
400+ Learning Centers
Technology-enabled centers providing digital access
GMAT 740 & JLPT N2
Senior Operations Associate at Amazon, Bangalore
20 Languages
Including English, Japanese, German, French, Russian, Italian, Chinese, Arabic & more
Our Vision
To create a student-led education movement, empowering learners to reach top universities, build skills in languages and technology, and achieve their dreams. We aim to provide free education and training to over 500 students every year.
Talent is everywhere. Opportunity is not.
Through RisePoint and technology, we bring mentorship and quality education to every corner of India.
Our Mission
Our mission is to provide every child with access to quality education, skill-based programs, and global exposure. We believe talent is everywhere, but opportunity is not.
RisePoint closes this gap using technology, mentorship, and community-driven learning. Through our programs, students access computers, internet, books, and digital tools. They learn coding (Python), digital skills, foreign languages, and gain practical applications of technology.
We provide 700 students yearly with mentorship, including 300 girls, supporting them in university admissions, scholarships, career guidance, and resume/interview preparation.
Leadership
RisePoint is guided by educators, industry professionals, and volunteers from Amazon, Google, Microsoft, Ola, and the public sector. Our leadership ensures programs are scalable, sustainable, and inclusive.
We focus on hands-on mentorship while building systems that allow students to lead initiatives in their own states.
Our Values
At RISEPOINT FOUNDATION, we believe in empowering students to take charge of their learning, build confidence, and shape their own futures. We are committed to accessibility, ensuring that every child, no matter where they come from, has the resources, guidance, and opportunities to succeed.
Mentorship is at the heart of what we do, providing support, guidance, and real-life insights to help students navigate education, careers, and personal growth. We encourage leadership by giving students the chance to take initiative, make decisions, and inspire their peers. We also believe in equality of opportunity, recognizing that talent is universal, but access is not, and we work to bridge that gap for every child.
Finally, we foster a sense of community and continuous learning, connecting students, mentors, and families in a supportive network where curiosity, exploration, and skill-building are valued. Through RISEPOINT FOUNDATION, we aim to turn potential into achievement and transform dreams into real opportunities for every student.
Empowerment
Enabling students to take charge of their learning and shape their own futures.
Accessibility
Ensuring every child has resources, guidance, and opportunities to succeed.
Mentorship
Providing support, guidance, and real-life insights for education and careers.
Leadership
Giving students the chance to take initiative and inspire their peers.
Equality of Opportunity
Recognizing that talent is universal but access is not.
Community
Connecting students, mentors, and families in a supportive network.
What We Do
Learning Centers
We run 400+ technology-enabled learning centers across 13 states, giving students access to computers, internet, books, and digital tools. Students learn coding (Python), digital skills, foreign languages, and practical applications of technology to access education.
Mentorship & Career Guidance
We provide mentorship to 700 students yearly, including 300 girls, supporting them in university admissions, scholarships, career guidance, and resume/interview preparation.
Through our Amazon Career Support RisePoint Club, we have helped 4,000 students secure internships, build resumes, and prepare for interviews.
Language & Global Exposure
We teach 9 languages, including English, Japanese, German, French, Russian, Italian, Chinese, Arabic, and Hindi. Through international partnerships, students get exposure to universities in Japan, Germany, and beyond.
Scholarships & University Support
We support students with applications, skill-based training, and scholarships. Our guidance has helped 700+ students gain access to higher education.
Our Impact
We are a student-led, volunteer-driven movement, preparing learners to take leadership in their own states and expand RisePoint's reach further.
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Our Partners
Schools & Colleges
Collaborating to support students in 500+ schools across India.
NGO Partners
Reliance Foundation, Jio Foundation, Azim Premji Foundation, Chicago-based NGOs, and more.
International Partners
Tokyo Language School, German education programs, universities worldwide.
Our Core Belief
"Talent exists everywhere, but guidance does not. RisePoint exists to make sure no student is left behind due to lack of direction or support."
Through RisePoint Ed Foundation, we aim to turn potential into achievement and transform dreams into real opportunities for every student.
Join the Movement
Be the mentor you wished you had. Help us transform lives, one student at a time.