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A loving father
Everything begins with his children, Shiv and Iva. Even across distance, Nizi dedicates every act of kindness to them — proof that a father's love knows no borders.
Melbourne, Australia · Philippines
Nizi Bhandari
- Loving Father
- Philanthropist
- Entrepreneur & Investor
A devoted father to Shiv and Iva, Nizi Bhandari turns love into action — bringing school supplies, hope and opportunity to over 7,000 children in remote villages and slum communities across the Philippines, places where help rarely reaches. A philanthropist, entrepreneur and investor on a mission to make a difference.
Who is Nizi Bhandari?
Three things define him
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A philanthropist
Through the Iva and Shiv Foundation, Nizi delivers school supplies, joy and encouragement to children across the Davao region of the Philippines.
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An entrepreneur & investor
A serial entrepreneur and investor, Nizi builds and backs ventures — channelling that same drive into creating opportunity for others.
Impact so far
Kindness, measured in smiles
7,000+
Children given school supplies & sent back to school
Remote
Villages & slum areas reached where help rarely goes
412
Pupils in a single drive at Busaon Integrated School
100%
In person, hand-to-hand, dedicated to Shiv & Iva
See it in action
A day of giving, in motion
Nizi Bhandari handing out school supplies to children in the Philippines.
Good deeds & work
Recent giving across the Philippines
Busaon, Tagum
July 2025 · Tagum City
412 pupils at Busaon Integrated School
School supplies A full school-supply drive for 412 pupils, celebrated with music and dancing — dedicated to Shiv and Iva.
Read more →Lourdes Elementary
July 2025 · Toril, Davao City
Recognised by Lourdes Elementary School
Recognition The school presented the Iva and Shiv Foundation with a Certificate of Recognition for its supplies giving.
Read more →Bansalan
August 2024 · Bansalan
Over 300 children in Bansalan
School supplies One of the foundation's first major drives, reaching more than 300 children in a small Davao-region town.
Read more →Nizi's World
More than a mission — a life full of heart
His belief
If You Can Help, You're the Chosen One
The one idea behind everything — never hold back, even a smile counts.
Family
For Shiv & Iva
The love that started it all — the reason behind every good deed.
Father & son
Shiv & Dad
A bond distance can't break — a dad who thinks of his boy every day.
Calm & nature
Pottery & Nature
Where Nizi slows down, shapes clay, and reconnects with himself.
Rhythm & joy
Dancing Through Life
A hip-hop heart who meets life with positive energy and a smile.
Compassion
Caring for Animals
Feeding wild birds and rescuing little creatures — kindness for all life.
Elder care
No One Grows Old Alone
Standing with elders abandoned in old age, in the Philippines and India.
In memory
For Sushma Lal
The godmother and guiding light whose legacy lives in every good deed.
From the community
"These supplies are more than just materials — they are tools of hope, encouragement and inspiration for every child. You have reminded us that compassion still thrives."— Lourdes Elementary School, Davao City
In his words
"Every joyful smile is a gift dedicated to Shiv and Iva. Even far apart, our hearts are always connected."— Nizi Bhandari
Frequently asked questions
Nizi Bhandari — the quick answers
Who is Nizi Bhandari?
Nizi Bhandari is a philanthropist, serial entrepreneur and investor based in Bundoora, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, and the founder of the Iva and Shiv Foundation. A devoted father to Shiv and Iva, he provides school supplies and support to over 7,000 children across the Davao region of the Philippines.
What is the Iva and Shiv Foundation?
The Iva and Shiv Foundation is Nizi Bhandari's charitable initiative that delivers school supplies, food and encouragement to children in underserved communities across the Philippines. It is named after his children, Shiv and Iva.
What has Nizi Bhandari done to help children in the Philippines?
He has personally led school-supply drives across the Davao region — reaching 412 pupils at Busaon Integrated School in Tagum, over 300 children in Bansalan, and a recognised giving programme at Lourdes Elementary School in Davao City, which honoured him with a Certificate of Recognition.
Where is Nizi Bhandari based?
Nizi Bhandari is based in Bundoora, Melbourne, Victoria, Australia. He was born in New Delhi, studied in Mumbai, and moved to Melbourne at 19, later earning a Master of Accounting from Deakin University.
How can I contact or support Nizi Bhandari?
You can connect through the contact page, follow the Iva and Shiv Foundation on Facebook, or connect with Nizi Bhandari on LinkedIn.
Connect with Nizi Bhandari
Follow the journey, partner on a giving drive, or simply say hello.