From Streets to Schools: FINDI Powers India’s Financial Literacy Mission with Inclusive CSR Programs Empowering Over 64,000 Lives

New Delhi, 09 June 2025 – In a country where over 73% of the population lacks basic financial literacy and more than half remain wary of formal banking systems, Findi Ltd (ASX: FND) has undertaken a mission of change. As part of its Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) commitment, FINDI has successfully reached over 64,000 individuals across underserved communities and schools, championing financial awareness as a means to foster economic empowerment and trust in financial systems. This milestone was achieved through a two-pronged program that combined grassroots outreach with youth engagement turning streets into classrooms through Nukkad Nataks and equipping students through curriculum-aligned financial literacy assessments.

In over 190 locations across Delhi NCR including areas like Bhalswa, Sangam Vihar, and Govindpuri, FINDI organized interactive street plays that featured real life situations involving savings, scams, insurance, and budgeting. These performances, followed by live Q&A sessions and the distribution of easy-to-understand leaflets, educated more than 38,000 residents in a language and format they could connect with. Simultaneously, in partnership with 16 schools, FINDI rolled out MCQ-based financial literacy assessments tailored to the CBSE curriculum. This school initiative engaged over 26,000 students from classes 9 to 12, educating them on key financial concepts such as budgeting, saving, and planning for the future, while also recognizing top performers with e-certificates to build motivation and confidence.

Central to the success of these initiatives was FINDI’s collaboration with Gali Pathshala, a women-led NGO working at the intersection of education and community empowerment. The programs were co-developed in regional languages with the help of local volunteers and teachers, ensuring cultural resonance and grassroots participation. This inclusive approach not only facilitated understanding but also promoted community ownership, turning financial learning into a shared journey. The initiative gains even more significance in light of alarming national data such as 76% of Indian households lacking access to banking, over 13,000 annual fraud cases due to cyber illiteracy, and India holding the world’s highest share of inactive bank accounts.

Deepak Verma, Managing Director & CEO, FINDI Ltd, said, “At FINDI, financial inclusion is not just a business objective but it’s a shared responsibility. We believe that knowledge is power, and through these initiatives, we are putting that power into the hands of everyday citizens. From the streets of Sangam Vihar to classrooms across Delhi NCR, we are enabling people to make better financial decisions, build trust in formal systems, and move confidently toward a more secure future.”

FINDI’s efforts are anchored in the belief that financial empowerment starts with awareness. For millions living paycheck to paycheck, susceptible to frauds, and without the tools for long-term planning, access to simple and relatable financial education can be life-changing. By making this knowledge accessible and actionable, FINDI is working to break the cycle of financial exclusion and open new pathways for individuals to protect their savings, understand insurance, and make informed financial choices.

As it looks ahead, FINDI is committed to deepening its impact and scaling these initiatives across more geographies. With a CSR philosophy rooted in trust, accessibility, and sustained action, FINDI is building a financially aware and resilient India – one empowered citizen at a time.