How it began at Abhinav
Despite emotional, social and bureaucratic roadblocks, founder of the NGO Abhinav, Mr. Harendra Singh’s mission to help the community never…
This Delhi organisation supports the needs of the physically and mentally-challenged
The first impression of Khushboo reinforces all that the organisation stands for; you are welcomed by a cheerful beneficiary of…
How it began at Khushboo Welfare Society
Sonali Savkoor’s story is one of conviction, perseverance and commitment. Born in a small town in Karnataka and raised in…
A stalwart in the lives of lost, battered, and lonely elderly’s journey
“Old people are pressure cookers, ready to burst any moment if pressure is not handled at the right time.” –…
Asha Kiran works for the ‘untouchables’ of Harijanwada
One of the areas that Asha Kiran does invaluable work in is Harijanwada. Here there are no proper roads, just…
How it began at Asha Kiran
The mission of my trip was to see firsthand the wonderful work that Mr. Prakash of Asha Kiran was doing…
Taking care of Madurai’s disabled
It was a ten-minute drive from my accommodation to Arapalayam where JK MAASS has its centre – a small, one-level…
How it began at JK MAASS
On obtaining a degree in Physiotherapy, Mr. Sudhakaran, the founder of JK MAASS started working at a multi-specialty hospital. Most…
This NGO develops the right skills, behavior and attitude in underprivileged youth to help them get a job
“In India, we have a quarter of a billion young people looking for jobs. But there are more jobs than…
How it began at ETASHA
ETASHA, which is an acronym for “Enabling and Training Adolescents for a Successful and Healthy Adulthood,” has been set up…
An organisation that provides CSR provides material and emotional support to HIV+ people
Nagercoil derives its name from a temple located in the town. With windmills and coconut groves everywhere, it is situated…
How it began at Centre For Social Reconstruction(CSR)
It all started in the year 1974 when Mr. Ram was pursuing his college studies and there was a tussle…
This organisation supports poor women and gives school supplies to kids at a refugee camp
Pudukkottai, the Chettinad district of TN was once ruled by the kings. When I entered the city, I was awe…
How it began at CARD
Pudukkottai, the Chettinad district of TN was once ruled by the kings. When I entered the city, I was awe…
How it began at Bhavada Devi Memorial Philanthropic Trust (SENEH)
Mr. Barua, the founder of Bavada Devi Memorial Philanthropic Trust (SENEH), used to be part of the Airforce. Bavada Devi…
These are just some small ways in which Bani Mandir helps the poor
The impact Bani Mandir makes in the lives of the poor is clear from the stories of the people they…
How it began at Bani Mandir
Bani Mandir was established in the year 1945 by like-minded primary school teachers in and around the village named Khordanahala….
Founder Mukul has won a Padmashree for his work at Ashadeep
by Rohini Vemuganti Bamunigaon is located around 60 kms from Guwahati. I entered this complex and was greeted by the…
How it began at Ashadeep
Mukul Goswami, the founder of Ashadeep was a banker at State Bank of India. He was born and brought up…
This small organisation helps some of the weakest in society
When I visited Abhoy Mission, I was received by Dr. Shyamlal Deb himself. He was a very warm person, and…
How it began at Abhoy Mission
Dr. Shyamlal Deb, the founder of Abhoy Mission, was born and brought up in Agartala. Since his childhood, he was…
An organization which is a family to the abandoned girls
A twenty minutes drive from the main city, Aarti School for Girls is nestled amongst hills. It has neatly planned…
How it all began at Aarthi
“Bearing a girl child here is like watering the neighbours’ plants,” says PV Sandhya, who is the founder of Aarti…
An organization which provides comprehensive rehab
I entered a two storeyed building with the administration office on the first floor and an equipment/aids room on the…
How it all began at Uma Educational and Technical Society (UETS)
S.P. Reddy, the founder of UETS was born in Kanagiri village in Andhra Pradesh. A few influences, during his childhood,…