Introduction:A Landmark in Successful Alumni Programs

Established in 1967, Tungabhadra Dam Government School (T.B. Dam School) in Hospet has shaped the lives of thousands of students. On January 24, 2018, the school marked its 50-year milestone by planning a landmark event — the Golden Jubilee Alumni Meet.

This wasn’t just a reunion; it was envisioned as a large-scale celebration of legacy, learning, and community. The goal was to bring together more than 6,000 alumni, reconnect with retired teachers, and raise significant funds to develop school infrastructure.

However, the team faced major roadblocks in bringing this vision to life.

Key Challenges

Despite the enthusiasm and strong alumni sentiment, the organizing committee encountered the following challenges:

1. Incomplete Alumni Database

There was no centralized alumni list, making outreach extremely limited.

2. Lack of Promotional Strategy

With minimal digital presence and outreach channels, spreading the word at scale was a major concern.

3. No Fundraising Mechanism

The team had no way to collect or manage contributions from alumni, especially those living abroad.

The AlmaShines Solution

In September 2017, the organizing team began preparations by reaching out to alumni through personal contacts and retired faculty. But to scale the event and drive real impact, they needed a structured digital solution.

They discovered AlmaShines while exploring platforms to build a website for the event. After understanding their challenges and vision, we offered a complete, end-to-end solution that addressed all their needs.

Alumni Database Management

We provided a centralized portal where alumni could register and update their details, helping the team build an extensive and verified alumni database.

Promotion and Outreach Campaign

AlmaShines designed and executed an integrated promotional strategy using emails, social media, and digital invitations to drive maximum awareness and participation.

Seamless Event Registrations and Fundraising

Our platform enabled smooth online registration and a secure fundraising mechanism, allowing alumni from around the world to contribute easily.

This all-in-one solution ensured that every aspect of the alumni meet — from discovery to donations — was managed from a single platform.

Measurable Impact

• Total Alumni Participation: 6,500

• Number of Retired Teachers in Attendance: 160

• Funds Raised: Over INR 1 Crore

• Recognition: Featured in the Limca Book of Records as the Alumni Meet with the Most Number of Attendees

• Media Coverage: Widely covered in regional and national press , Times of India .

This event set a new benchmark for large-scale alumni engagement and fundraising in Indian educational institutions.

Conclusion

The Golden Jubilee celebration of T.B. Dam School demonstrated the power of alumni coming together to honor the past and invest in the future.

At AlmaShines, we are proud to have supported this vision with technology that connected thousands of individuals, facilitated seamless event management, and enabled impactful giving — all on a single platform.

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