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Dattu Sopan Bhandare, 80, lives alone in Mudegaon village of the Beed district in Maharashtra. Hit by drought, his children have moved to urban areas and after his wife died a few years back, he has to take care of himself. But life has been hard for Dattu, as he cannot work in the fields any longer to meet his basic needs. “I feel helpless and I have gone to bed hungry many times,” he says.That was before Manavlok came to Dattu’s rescue. Through its Trupti Kitchen program, Manavlok provides 500 abandoned elderly people like Dattu with two meals a day.The problem in the drought-hit Marathwada is huge and Manavlok would like to expand its kitchen facilities to many more villages. But Manavlok cannot do it without your support. Donate now.Manavlok’s Mission “At present, we are providing meals in three drought-hit districts of Maharashtra. It’s our commitment that we will not allow these elderly people to live in hunger,” says Aniket Dwarkadas Lohiya, Secretary, Manavlok.It was way back in the 1970s that a group of youths decided to seek solutions to the socio-economic problems of rural communities in Maharashtra and started working in the region. After years of understanding and working in the field, Marathwada Navnirman Lokayat (MANAVLOK), was born. While Manavlok has various interventions, its Trupti Kitchen has been life-changing for many elderly citizens.Motinath Maruti Birgat is another example of this. Motinath, 75, used to beg on the streets to sustain himself after the younger members of the family left the village and his wife died. As he was unable to work due to old age or feed himself. But with the Trupti Kitchen Program in his village, Motinath no longer begs for food. Manavlok also provides medical and other forms of elderly care.How Trupti worksThe kitchen mainly supports elderly citizens above 65 years with no source of income, people with disabilities, the destitute, widows and elderly orphans. The programme already has a large impact in the areas where it is operating.It first approaches Gram Panchayats to understand the needs and the number of people who will need help through the kitchen. After a detailed study, Manavlok opens a community kitchen and encourages the elderly to come and have meals or supply meals to them at their doorstep.Manavlok needs helpThere are thousands of elderly people in the drought-hit region who need help. But Manavlok cannot expand its operations without your help. The organisation needs urgent help to feed and take care of abandoned elderly citizens in more districts of Maharashtra.“We are committed to supporting the elderly in their final years with meals and other forms of care. I come across many villages where elderly people are asking us for help by establishing community kitchens. We want your support to expand our operations,” says Lohiya.NGO's 80G number: AAATM4512BF2021401 NGO's 12A number: AAATM4512BE20214

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Impact Ansabai is a **82-year-old widow** from Morphali village in Dharur. Despite her age, she works as a farm labourer to support herself. She has **health problems which do not allow her to work regularly and she is not able to earn nearly enough money to have two meals a day.** Her son moved to a city for work and does not keep in touch with her anymore. She has no one else to look after her or provide for her.Ansabai felt completely helpless and began to beg on the streets. She still went to bed hungry on most days. Over time her health worsened and she could no longer work or earn. Ansabai’s life changed when she was added to the Manavlok kitchen program. **They began to provide her with two fresh meals a day.** Her health started improving with this regular supply of nutrition. She got back to working on the farm, and no longer worries if she is unwell and cannot work on some days. Manavlok’s community kitchen has given Ansaibai the security she deserves after a lifetime of providing for her family and herself.Every senior citizen should be able to have at least two meals a day. Give now to help a poor senior citizen like Ansabai stop worrying about basic necessities. You can give with confidence because every program on our platform is [GIVEASSURED] About The Program Manavlok is a voluntary organization for the socio-economic upliftment of the rural poor. The beneficiaries in this program are senior citizens who have been ignored or by their families.The community kitchen for elderly citizens started off from their community kitchens project which provides meals for people of all age groups. This program is implemented in 5 villages of Ambajogai district, Maharashtra and close to 75 senior citizens are served two meals a day.When you donate to this program, you become the reason for a senior citizen no longer going hungry. About The NGO The foundation for Manavlok was laid by Dr. Lohiya in the year 1962 with an aim to solve the socio-economic problems of the community. Manavlok is the abbreviation for Marathwada Navnirman Lokayat, where Navnirman means Creation and Lokayat denotes people's opinion. Manavlok symbolizes a new idea or an experiment in rural development. It is actively involved in river rejuvenation, desilting of dams, providing seeds and fertilizers to the farmers. The organization believes that collective local leadership plays an essential role in mobilizing the local resources and making their best use. It trusts in providing the means for development. Their focus of action and control are the villagers themselves. The present secretary of Manavlok – Mr. Aniket comes with 25 years of experience in advance farming. His presence with the organization has proven to be very instrumental. He framed a holistic approach by bringing in agricultural technologies for water conservation to the poor farmers.Manavlok shows a better way of living to these farmers thereby rejuvenating their trust and improved knowledge on farming.

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Marathwada Navnirman Lokayat (MANAVLOK), Ambajogai

Those destitute senior citizens who are staying alone and not getting support from their children, minimum age 65. They are unable to go for basic needs like food. Food insecure seniors are worse off for a wide array of health outcomes. They have lower nutrient intakes and are more likely to suffer from diabetes, depression, limitations in activities of daily living (ADLs), high blood pressure, congestive heart failure, heart attacks, gum disease, and asthma. 
 For senior citizens who are staying alone and not getting support from their children, minimum age 65. They are identified by a village committee of 5 people; they need to pay Rs 200 per month. The actual cost is Rs 40 per day per head for 2 unlimited meals (Along with Sweet dishes on festivals and special occasions), so about Rs 1200 per month per person. We return the Rs 200 collected in the form of different aids to them such as Tiffin’s, Blankets, Solar Lamps, etc. during Diwali. The reason we collect Rs 200 is that the seniors can complain in case of any deficiency in service, they should be treated with respect by the women running the kitchen, so if they pay, they will complain, mainly we want to add “Dignity”, the seniors should not feel burdened with “Dana”.  We appoint a needy woman, who has a gas connection; we pay her Rs 40 per day per head. On average she feeds 10+ seniors twice a day, and she earns Rs 3 to 4000 per month. Our experience in the 28 kitchens we run shows the women are very satisfied. Once a year we give these women Mixer Grinder, Solar Lamp, Cooker, etc. as a bonus. The seniors eat in the woman's house, which does the cleaning too.Team MANAVLOK visits the kitchen without any prior notice and checks the quality, quantity, and hygiene of the service by these women kitchen holders. This way it works full proof system. 
  This has resulted in the following benefits to our seniors •       Better Mental and Physical health, as Loneliness is addressed, many have put on weight •       Their Medical Bills have been reduced •       The Stress on their children who may be supporting, is reduced •       The villagers feel good and started donating in kind•       The Community learns to take care of their Elders •       This is a simple model which can be Scaled and Replicated •       The Seniors Feel better staying in their own village rather than being put away in an Old Age Home •       Admin cost is negligible •       A big need of the community is addressed •       Employment for the local women.

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In Marathwada region of Maharashtra, especially in Beed, Latur &amp; Osmanabad districts, most of the farmers are with marginal land holding. In this year, we have received less than 50% of average rainfall in Monsoon and rest in unseasonal rain, both of that is harmful for crops. Farm land is dependent mostly on rain. Some farmers have well &amp; they use that water for Rabbi Season. If such condition remain for the further period then it’s impossible for them to take next crop &amp; to survive in such environment. Most of them don’t have any allied income activities &amp; for every three to four years, they face severe drought condition. Our organization have developed multi yearly cropping pattern which is helpful for facing drought situation &amp; for increasing their income. Our observation is that, multi yearly crops like pomegranate, custard apple, drumstick etc. can give farmers more yield &amp; income than traditional crops. These horticulture crops usually benefits for many years. They start benefiting after two years from their plantation. There are fewer requirements of money &amp; water each year, this saves cost &amp; it can be drought resilient. 
 Manavlok has experimented some new cropping patterns which can survive for longer time &amp; which have given more benefits to farmers than the traditional crop patterns. One such pattern is dry land horticulture in which different crops can grow very efficiently with availability of less water or even in drought situations. So crops like drumstick, pomegranate, custard apple, guava etc. can give more yield and income. Also positive results of these seen as multiplication of same found in adaptation. Our organization have developed multi yearly cropping pattern which is helpful for facing drought situation &amp; for increasing their income. Previously, we have also supported farmers from Beed, Latur &amp; Osmanabad districts. Small and marginal farmers will be beneficiaries of this project. Only those beneficiaries will be selected from villages which will fit in project norms. Village level meetings with farmer groups/ SHG groups will be conducted to discuss the project objective. Post discussion, application of beneficiaries will be collected through farmer/SHG groups &amp; individuals. Minimum required water availability will be checked through plot verification &amp; then beneficiaries will be finalized.  
 Firstly, it will be assured source of income even in drought situation. This will help farm families to become drought resilient. There will be an increase in beneficiaries’ income. Also perennial cropping pattern will be developed so his horticulture crops will provide him consistent income. Our organization have developed multi yearly cropping pattern which is helpful for facing drought situation &amp; for increasing their income. Previously, we have also supported farmers from Beed, Latur &amp; Osmanabad districts. Crops like drumstick, pomegranate, custard apple, guava etc. can give more yield and income. Also positive results of these plants seen by the beneficiaries have created a demand among other farmers. Multi yearly crops usually give benefits for years. They start giving benefits after two years from their sowing. After sowing, there is no need of spending money &amp; efforts each year, this saves cost &amp; time.

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Manavlok Ambajogai

A majority of the students from government schools have a fear of English as a language resulting in hampering their learning process. As per the (ASER Report, 2022, #UNESCO report 2021 State of the Education Report for India), In Maharashtra, only 55% of students enrolled in 5th std can read books prescribed for 2nd Std. Students from rural communities are often afraid to compete with the students of urban cities. In this era where English is a global language, rural students feel they are lagging. The study also revealed that #96% of students expressed an actual interest in learning the English language.Skill in Village is an after-school program for students of 5th to 8th std enrolled in vernacular medium government schools that equip them with English Communication skills, and Life Skills such as Critical Thinking, Confidence Building, Creative Thinking, Leadership Skills, and Interpersonal Skills. The program is being run in partnership with the Deshpande Foundation. Following the ideals of MANAVLOK, the program has adopted a participatory approach where a small contribution from the student is taken to ensure accountability.<img src="https://cfstatic.give.do/88943e01-c7bf-4a06-8681-9638452091ea.webp" />It's impressive to see the comprehensive approach outlined for the Skill in Village program, aiming to address critical educational challenges faced by rural students. Here's a breakdown of the key components and potential impact:<ul><li>Area of Operation and Expansion: The program is running in the drought-prone regions of Marathwada. It is being implemented in 8 schools of Beed District benefitting more than 600+ students.</li><li>Implementation Structure: The program's structure ensures quality delivery through a team comprising teachers, cluster trainer, and cluster head. This multi-level approach enables personalized attention and continuous support for students and teachers alike.</li><li>Program Approach and Activities: The emphasis on activity-based, interactive learning ensures engagement and fosters skill development. Monthly assessments and regular training sessions for teachers ensure alignment with best practices and quality assurance.</li></ul><img src="https://cfstatic.give.do/38b036dc-3fa1-49f7-a6e2-683c557964b2.webp" /><ul><li>Monitoring and Evaluation: The use of technology, such as a dedicated app for monitoring and evaluation, streamlines the process and enables real-time tracking of student progress and program effectiveness.</li><li>Outcomes and Impact: The program has improved students' English proficiency, confidence, academic performance, and overall well-being. Additionally, the focus on bridging the urban-rural divide and enhancing students' competitiveness is noteworthy.</li></ul>Most of the kids in the Skill in Village program come from families where the parents are either small farmers, laborers, or even sugarcane cutters. As a result, education has taken a backseat in the rural households. While MANAVLOK through myriad initiatives works hard to make sure farmers can grow crops even during Drought, we're also trying to raise awareness amongst parents about education.<img src="https://cfstatic.give.do/e8c5e238-c5ac-4e4e-a258-8ec005fcea44.webp" />The Skill in Village program is a remarkable initiative that fosters the holistic development of children, empowering them to become confident and skilled individuals. Within just one year, we've witnessed remarkable transformations in our students. Students, who were previously hesitant to converse even in Marathi with unfamiliar individuals, have now gained confidence in communicating in English. They are emerging as fearless, confident, and outspoken individuals.Currently operational in 8 schools across the Ambajogai and Parli blocks of the Marathwada region, the program requires a minimum of 3 lakhs to sustain each school.MANAVLOK, as a civil society organization, is dedicated to ensuring the success and expansion of this program, reaching as many students from rural backgrounds as possible. Your invaluable support has the potential to not only transform the lives of these students but also revolutionize the landscape of rural areas.Help MANAVLOK create more impact and touch more lives by contributing to this fundraiser so that together we can build a better India for all of us.Pledge your support, and donate now!

Transforming Rural Futures: Empowering Children Through the Skill in Village Program

Rural Health Progress Trust 

Rural Health Progress Trust- Registration No: E-468 (Osmanabad, Maharashtra)Regd Add : At Sarola (B), Post Ter, Tq &amp;Dist Osmanabad, Maharashtra, India 413509,To improve health access and health information in rural areas and strengthen the public health system. Introduce quality health measures in rural areas. revolutionize the health access and delivery for Hypertension, Diabetes, Heart attacks, Strokes, Cancers, and Mental Health by integrating technology.Rural Health Progress Trust raising this fund to support Type 1 diabetes underprivileged children's Marathwada area, to provide quality and free medical aid to underprivileged children and those with Type 1 Diabetes also to empower the child to be self-dependent by monitoring and training to manage Type 1 diabetes in an effective manner and Provide doorsteps type 1 Diabetes Facility to the children and Youth.Pledge your support, donate now!

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MANAVLOK is a Voluntary organization for the socio-economic upliftment of the rural poor. It is established in 1982 under Society Registration Act 1860. Manavlok headquarter is located at Ambajogai in the Beed district of Maharashtra. Currently, Manavlok operates through its seven subcentres located in Beed, Latur &amp; Osmanabad districts. Our aim is to achieve equality in the lives of women, landless labor, and the farming community.Several experiments in rural development have been launched over the last 40 years; MANAVLOK would develop its activities over an increasing scale, never straying from the tenet that programs be based on the specific needs of the people. The Ongoing activities of the organization are Community based Monitoring programs of NRHM, Watershed development program, Trupti Kitchen for Senior Citizen, Krushak Panchayat, Project 'Navnirman', Know your customer Programme, Manaswini, Mahila Prakalp (Women empowerment providing Shelter Home, Free Legal aid center, training center), Domestic Violence and Gender Sensitization, Jansahayog, Social Work College, SHG’s, sanitation, relief services for the victims of Natural Disaster, advocacy, monitoring and evaluation of Govt. programs. We are permitted and authorized by the government of Maharashtra to run schools.

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Manavlok impact report

Manavlok has changed the lives of innumerable residents of rural Maharashtra with the help of our generous donors! Your funds have helped feed the hungry and soothe the ailing. Check out your impact in numbers below. You have helped us support the life-saving Trupti Kitchens already running and given us the means to extend our reach further by opening up some new ones. Each rupee contributed is a morsel in a hungry person's mouth. Donate now to help the underprivileged lead a better life.

Manavlok impact update

Shilabai Shankar is an old woman with a tragic past. Born in Malegaon to impoverished parents, her condition was abhorrent right from the start of her life. Fate dealt her a double blow when, after the unfortunate death of both her parents, her own brother kicked her out of her family house. Left alone, penniless, and subsisting on the fruit of whatever odd job she could find, she was in a miserable state. It was then that Manav Lok kitchen took her in to provide her the life she deserved but could never attain on her own. She now eats two sponsored meals a day and finds companionship among her peers in the kitchen. At the request of the village sarpanch Manav Lok Ambajogai Trupti Kitchen provides her two meals a day, and now she can live a life of self-respect and relative comfort. Though Shilabai has had a life of extreme hardship, she is not alone in these circumstances. Manavlok takes great care to provide for her and other abandoned elders, more than 2,578 cumulative beneficiaries, two square meals a day, cataract monitoring, and other health-related services. We need your continued support to fund the Trupti Kitchen and provide free food to even more people in the same situation as Shilabai Shankar. Donate now to change these people's lives and allow them to live life with dignity.

Seeing firsthand the positive change your contributions have brought to the Manavlok filled our hearts with gratitude. 🤗❤️ Field Visit Date: 16/05/2023Field Visit by: Sai Saranya, Senior Associate Visit Summary:During our visit to Manavlok, Ambejogai, Maharashtra, we had the privilege of inaugurating one of their newly opened Trupti kitchens in a village that stands as a symbol of hope and sustenance for the community. Trupti Kitchen, a vital part of the campaign, serves as a lifeline to those in need, offering free meals and support to elderly individuals above 60 years of age who often lack familial assistance. The inauguration was a heartwarming event, graced by the presence of the Sarpanch, village committee members, local villagers, beneficiaries, and Secretary Aniketh and Jayashree, Head of Programs from Manavlok. During this event, we were able to convey the significance of the Trupti Kitchen, Manavlok's role in the program, the dedication of the cooks, and the active participation of the beneficiaries, who contributed Rs. 10,000 towards the kitchen. This collaborative effort underscores the strong sense of community that the Trupti Kitchen fosters. Trupti Kitchen not only provides nourishing meals but also extends support to improve the quality of life for elderly beneficiaries. Beneficiaries are carefully selected based on specific criteria, and the appointed cooks are entrusted with groceries to prepare meals that align with a weekly menu designed to meet the nutritional needs of the elderly. Beyond providing meals, the program offers comprehensive medical support, including regular health checks, medications for various ailments, and even cataract eye campaigns that have restored vision to over 100 beneficiaries. Operations of this impactful initiative span across multiple locations, including Beed, Latur, and Osmanabad, encompassing six blocks and serving 476 beneficiaries. Monitoring of the program is facilitated through regular visits and spontaneous checks, with a Whatsapp group used for tracking the menu and providing updates. The Trupti Kitchen initiative has been warmly embraced by the community and is poised for expansion. With the valuable support of Give and donations received through this fundraiser campaign, it is planning to establish 50 more kitchens, further impacting the lives of 600 beneficiaries. The program maintains meticulous accounts and tally records, ensuring transparency in its operations. Your continued support can play a pivotal role in empowering the Trupti Kitchen initiative to reach more individuals in need and make an even greater difference in their lives.

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