About HE-MAA Trust
Our vision, mission and journey towards sustainable rural development
Our Story
Hydro Environmental Management and Agricultural Trust (HE-MAA Trust) is a non-profit organization committed to sustainable agriculture, rural enterprise development, environmental conservation, and community empowerment.
Founded in March 2020, the Trust operates with the mission of promoting environmentally sound practices and socio-economic development in rural India, with a strong presence in Bihar.
HE-MAA Trust draws its strength from a team of committed professionals, grassroots volunteers, local community leaders, and institutional partnerships. The organization has steadily built a reputation for implementing high-impact, inclusive programs that bridge ecological sustainability with economic viability for the rural poor.
Our Vision
To build a self-reliant, ecologically sustainable, and economically empowered rural India through organic agriculture, environmental stewardship, and enterprise development.
Our Mission
- Promote organic farming and sustainable agriculture practices
- Empower small and marginal farmers through knowledge dissemination
- Foster rural entrepreneurship and livelihoods
- Contribute to climate resilience and biodiversity
Core Values
Sustainability
Long-term ecological and economic health
Integrity
Transparency and accountability in all actions
Equity
Empowerment of marginalized communities
Participation
Community-led planning and implementation
Organizational Strengths
Experienced Team
Agronomists, environment scientists, rural development professionals, and trainers.
Community Connect
Deep grassroots network and social capital across rural Bihar.
Strategic Partnerships
Collaborations with SIDBI, government departments, and local institutions.
Monitoring & Evaluation
Strong MIS systems to track impact metrics and feedback.
Knowledge Repository
Resource materials and toolkits on organic farming, entrepreneurship, and environment.
Geographic Focus
HE-MAA Trust has a steadily expanding presence in Bihar, with activities concentrated in the following districts:
- Darbhanga
- Samastipur
- Jamui
- Sitamarhi
- Banka
- Bhojpur
- Saran
- Patna
Governance and Compliance
HE-MAA Trust is governed by a Board of Trustees with expertise in agriculture, finance, environmental science, and development policy. It is a registered not-for-profit entity and fully compliant with statutory norms including:
- Trust Registration Act
- PAN
- 12A certification
- 80G exemption for donations
- Annual audits and transparent financial reporting