While the quality of education has drastically up-scaled with the times, its reach has not encompassed the masses yet. The goal of universal elementary education is a long way from being realized. The policies for ensuring the deliverance of education to these children have left much for wanting. The implementation of these policies faces obstacles at multiple levels when it comes to assuring the provision of resources. One of the reasons can be that the underprivileged sections still remain yearning for the basic amenities of food, water and shelter. Because of this education takes a back-seat. It is important therefore to break the vicious circle and donate to charitable organizations to reach out to the untapped infinite potential harboring in our society.