THE SURJIT VERMA FOUNDATION FOR CHILDREN'S EDUCATION

The Surjit Verma Foundation for Children's Education provides educational support and scholarships to children from low-income families across Ajax and the Greater Toronto Area. The foundation identifies barriers to academic success, whether financial hardship, lack of resources, or limited access to tutoring, and removes them through direct assistance. Students receive funding for tuition, books, technology, and exam preparation fees. The foundation also connects young people with mentorship programs that pair them with professionals in their fields of interest. By investing in education at critical stages, the foundation helps children from disadvantaged backgrounds pursue post-secondary opportunities they might otherwise miss. The organization works directly with schools and community partners to identify deserving students and track their progress toward graduation and beyond.