A hospital of tribals, for tribals, by tribals.
Deep in the misty Nilgiri hills, an inspiring revolution has been taking place since 1985. A revolution that’s truly inspiring…
How it began at ASHWINI
“It does not matter if you save a life by giving Intravenous fluids or by doing a complicated surgery. The…
How it began at Native Medicare Charitable Trust
Native Medicare Charitable Trust (NMCT) is quite a misnomer for this Coimbatore-based organisation. However, its apt for when the organisation…
An NGO that teaches tribals how to market their crop better, plan for emergencies etc. , thus lessening their dependencies on natural forces
Not many things take you to Coimbatore. Located on the banks of the Noyyal River, the city is surrounded by…
How it began at Isha Education
Jaggi Vasudev, commonly known as Sadhguru, is an Indian yogi, mystic, philanthropist and author of over 100 titles in 8…
Isha Vidhya’s education gives children a “passport” to a better life.
Visiting an Isha Vidhya school can be a fascinating experience. Seeing rural children juxtaposed against a modern classroom, is what…
Recognition received by Sankara Eye Care Institutions
International Recognitions: Asian Hospitals Management Award, 2008 – Manila, Philippines Asian Hospitals Management Award, 2009 (Excellence Award) for its Comprehensive…
How it began at Sankara Eye Care Institutions
The history of Sankara Eye Care Institutions is steeped in belief and perseverance. Its story goes back to the 1970s…
For every one person treated, another 4 are treated for free – helping Sankara perform 1 million free vision restoration surgeries for weaker sections
It’s not till I visited the Sankara Eyecare Institutions in Bangalore did I learn that India has more blind people…
Malavath Poorna – Reaching New Heights
Can you remember what your proudest achievement was at age 13? While we would always argue that personal achievements are…
Lives changed by Sshrishti
by Yashika Sharma Children standing up and saying, “Good morning ma’am!” Me smiling at all of them and replying “Good…
How it began at Sshrishti
by Yashika Sharma My first question to Ms. Sanghamitra Bose, CEO and Founder of Sshrishti was,“Why the two S in…
Improving lives of underprivileged women and children in Delhi
by Yashika Sharma When I started my visit to Sshrishti, I had no idea what to expect from a relatively…
Improving quality of life in the districts of Narmada and Bharuch, Gujarat
On a surprisingly hot morning in March, we (i.e. Gram Vikas Trust’s junior team and myself) drove 30 minutes out…
Roof rainwater harvesting in rural Gujarat
Amreli district in Gujarat is a drought prone region in India. The rains are unreliable and water is not easily…
How it began at Mitra Jyoti
Mitra Jyoti has been set up by Madhu Singhal. Herself visually-impaired, Madhu faced a lot of hurdles as a young…
A talking book library, job-placement cell and independent living skills – all aimed at enabling the visually-impaired
At Mitra Jyoti’s computer education centre, I was first asked to look at a young man named Mukesh’s computer screen….
How it began at ACCESS
ACCESS was set up by Mr. Thomas Swaroop and five friends – Noelenli Marshal, Francis Kumar, Julie Swapna, Navaneethamma, Padmini…
Thanks to ACCESS, children are working at BPOs instead of construction sites
The next time you see an upcoming building in Bangalore, spare a thought for the families of the labourers who…
How it began at CPAA
Mr. Yogendra Kumar Sapru is the Founder Chairman & CEO of Cancer Patients Aid Association (CPAA). An experienced pharmaceutical professional,…
Cancer Stings! CPAA works towards taking the bite out of that sting.
Spend a day with Cancer Patients Aid Association’s (CPAA) team and you’re sure to be moved by their heart-warming stories….
This hospital has never turned a single patient away
“I will treat without exception all who seek my ministrations.”– from the Hippocratic Oath. 60 year old Savitaben (name changed)…
Lives Changed by Udayan Care
by Yashika Sharma Physical abuse. Sexual abuse. Rape. Abandonment. Murder. Trauma. These are the words that describe so many childrens’…
How it began at Udayan Care
by Yashika Sharma Udayan Care is a Delhi-based NGO that, since 1994, has been painting the empty canvas of destitute…
Providing loving, group foster care for orphans in Delhi
by Yashika Sharma I entered the Udayan Care Ghar (“Home” in Hindi) and all the children, in a surprisingly coordinated…