Hello, and thank you for your interest in The Shikhar and Kristin Saxena Foundation! We are very excited to be embarking on this exciting mission to improve the lives of children in the Omaha area. We believe that the best way to strengthen our community and ensure a successful future is to invest in its youngest members. When we give all the children in our community the opportunity to grow up in a safe, healthy environment with access to the very best education, we all win!
At the Shikhar and Kristin Saxena Foundation, we partner with local organizations to support innovative problem-solving and address core issues within our four primary areas of focus:
• Education
• Health
• Wellness
• Nutrition
Education
At the Foundation, we understand that education can be the great equalizer. Every child deserves a world-class education, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, or zip code. Investing in early intervention and supporting parents and early education centers helps ensure successful entry into kindergarten. We believe in individualized mastery learning. Students and teachers should not be trapped or limited by a broken, top-down system just because that is “how it has always been done.” It‘s important to understand that we can use technology to level the playing field rather than create more significant educational discrepancies. Integrating real-world lessons into the classroom and connecting concepts across disciplines strengthens the learning experience for all. We support research in education to explore innovative and effective ways to teach. All children deserve to leave high school ready for college or a career.
Health
The Foundation supports organizations seeking cures and solutions to health conditions facing children. We believe in wellness checks, routine vaccinations, preventive care, and ensuring that they are accessible to all families. Recognizing the significant negative impact that tobacco, alcohol, and drug use can have on a young person’s life and supporting efforts to prevent their use is paramount. Furthermore, supporting policies that promote a healthy environment for our kids and teaching our youth the lessons and skills necessary to maintain a healthy lifestyle is at the core of the Foundation’s beliefs.
Wellness
The Shikhar and Kristin Saxena Foundation support programs that promote healthy habits that lead to better mental health and self-esteem for children. All kids deserve the opportunity to thrive and pursue activities that lead to a state of holistic health. We understand the importance of programs that build emotional strength and resilience in children. The first step to building a successful future is believing it is a possibility. We look to support those programs that allow children to move confidently in the direction of their dreams.
Nutrition
No one can learn and grow if they are worried about where their next meal is coming from. Families need access to a nutritious, satisfying, varied diet. The Foundation seeks to eliminate food insecurity for all kids. We understand the importance of family meals in creating positive health, educational, and emotional outcomes for children. Parents benefit from education about how to structure and prepare healthy meals. Kids need first-hand experience in the kitchen so that they are comfortable preparing healthy food for themselves and their family when they are out on their own. The Foundation supports projects dedicated to universal access to nutritious food and promoting healthy eating habits for all kids in our community.
We are so grateful for the opportunity to work with amazing organizations in the Omaha area to make a difference in the lives of kids in our community. If you know about or are part of a project that aligns with our areas of focus, please reach out and tell us more about it! We would love to hear from you and discuss how the Shikhar and Kristin Saxena Foundation may be able to help.
If you believe in our mission, please feel free to make a financial contribution using the Donate Now button on our page.
Thank you for your interest and support for our Foundation. Thank you for your commitment to helping kids!