AGC is a medical volunteer organization that was founded in 2005 by Dr. Sudeep Kukreja, a Neonatologist at Children’s Hospital of Orange County in Orange, California. The word “Arpan” is a Hindi word, meaning “dedication” or “to give”.

Arpan Global Charities is a 501(c)(3) organization. Contributions are tax deductible in accordance with IRS rules and regulations.