Hunger and malnutrition have become a reality for thousands of elderly parents abandoned by their own children, in villages and slums across India. Seeing the rampant distress among the elderly, a team of selfless heroes from our NGO partner Mitti Cafe, though disabled themselves, have taken up the responsibility of providing cooked meals and dry rations to over 5,000 elderly in urgent need of support. Setting aside their own struggles, Mitti Cafe’s team, led by Ayesha Alam has been relentlessly fighting to free elderly from hunger and malnutrition through its Karuna Meals initiative. The need for nutrition support is growing with each passing day and Mitti Cafe is struggling to fulfill this enormous need. With your support, the NGO and its team of persons with disability can put food on the plates of hundreds of more elderly parents. Donate generously.Donate easily through UPI, all debit/credit cards and net banking. Charitable donations to this fundraising campaign are tax exempted under 80G of the Income Tax Act (India), &amp; 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code (USA). Elderly deserve love, not neglect and hunger“There have been countless senior citizens, in extremely backward villages of the Sundarbans in West Bengal, who had not had a proper meal in days when we found them. We have seen people picking food from the garbage out of extreme hunger.”, recalls Ayesha of Mitti Cafe, while talking about the extent of hunger faced by senior citizens. According to Ayesha, there are thousands of elderly who have been either chucked out of their homes or have been left behind in villages by their children. “Our elderly don't deserve this life and it is our responsibility to come to their aid. If we come together we can ease the suffering of hundreds of people battling hunger and starvation. Donate now Our heroes’ war against hungerPersons with disability who were once discriminated against by society are today at the forefront of the fight to save abandoned elderly and children from hunger. The Karuna Meals team, comprising only of persons with disability has been able to cook and serve over 10 lakh meals. They have also distributed over 1 lakh packets of dry rations. ”They overlook their own struggles and suffering just to reach the elderly and provide them with the food they need,” says Ayesh. But their job is not yet done. “There are still many villages which have many malnourished and hungry seniors and we have not been able to reach them. But with your support, we can collectively end starvation,” she says. Donate now. Donate to this fundraiser by Give, India’s largest and most trusted online donation platform, to help the elderly fight hunger and malnutrition.

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“A blind child is seen as a curse or as a burden to the family. These children are left on the street. I have picked up children from roadsides myself. I also lost my eyesight as a child but today I am a senior officer in a public sector company. What would I have done, had I not been taken care of?” asks Veena Mehta Verma who was once a beneficiary of National Association for the Blind, Delhi (NAB) and now works with the NGO to protect and care for blind children like herself.Today, hundreds of blind children supported by NAB, Delhi have found something that they never had before–hope for a better tomorrow. Without Veena and NAB, many of these children would be at the risk of going back to the streets or spend a life of neglect and even abuse. Your support to the NGO is crucial. This Christmas, you can help her children get warm clothes and other essentials. Donate generouslyDonate easily through UPI, all debit/credit cards and net banking. Charitable donations to this fundraising campaign are tax exempted under 80G of the Income Tax Act (India).A life of uncertainty &amp; sufferingEven if a blind child is not abandoned they are often trapped in their homes deprived of education or any way of making a living. According to the nonprofit leader, “For a blind kid, employment is impossible without education. The (blind) kids need to learn Braille or they need ‘talking computer’ aids. Many of these kids are deprived of such facilities”.  Illuminating young lives ﻿“At NAB Delhi there are around 200-250 blind kids. There are around 180 kids in the hostel of NAB. We teach Braille, we teach arithmetic Taylor frames. To work towards a brighter future for the blind, we need your support. Please come forward and donate towards our mission”, says Veena. Students for whom NAB Delhi has cared for are today placed in some of the most prestigious organisations across the world. While some have gone on to make a name for themselves in the corporate world, others have taken up art and music as a profession too. Many blind children are bright, academically gifted, and waiting to shine, all they need is an opportunity. And your donation can give them just that.Donate to this fundraiser on Give.do, India’s largest and most trusted online donation platform, to help the blind children get shelter, education, care and a shot at a future full of opportunities.

Loving mother to 180 blind kids, visually impaired Veena needs your support in caring for them

“The major problem in society today is the stigma against mentally ill or mentally disabled people. Families feed and care for men who are mentally ill and keep them at home. But no one wants to help women with mental illnesses,” says N Vanitha Rengaraj, chairperson of Sharanalayam.Sharanalaym’s ‘Jothi’ is a sanctuary for over 100 women facing mental challenges. Women with mental illness facing various challenges on the streets are brought to Sharanalayam with the help of the authorities and cared for. <img src="https://cfstatic.give.do/88597e5c-903c-4c84-8cf5-34ba9d96defd.webp" />Donate easily through UPI, all debit/credit cards and net banking. Donations to this fundraiser are tax exempted under 80G of the Income Tax Act (India).The women at Sharanalaym Jothi are provided with necessities like food, clothing and medical care. They also get mental health services, access to psychiatrists and counseling, empowering individuals on their path to recovery.Once lost and vulnerable on unfamiliar streets, the women at Sharanalaym Jothi find solace.By supporting mentally disabled women at Sharanalaym Jothi, you contribute to creating a better world. We can ensure these women receive the care and support they deserve.Over the years, Vanitha has tried her best to run Sharanalayam from her own resources and that of her well-wishers, but the last few years have been harsh. “I normally don’t extend my hand for people to donate. Many have come on their own. But life has become a bit difficult now. I need your support to take care of the women here and also bring more women here in need of help,” says Vanitha.<img src="https://cfstatic.give.do/e5b9bb35-4261-4187-a4cc-d89ac34d66cc.webp" /> How Sharanalayam came into beingThe NGO started its operations in 2001 from rented premises in Pollachi in the district of Coimbatore. It started with taking care of children in difficult conditions. It slowly started taking care of mentally challenged women. Sharanalayam has come a long way since that time, with hundreds of children and women being taken care of by the NGO in the last two decades. Many women were rehabilitated by the NGO, thanks to its facilities.Sharanalayam needs urgent support to take care of over 100 women. The organisation also aspires to take care of many more mentally ill women in the coming months and years. Vanitha cannot do it without your support. <img src="https://cfstatic.give.do/37ef7f6a-11d8-4a6c-b176-41dd5b51c21f.webp" />Donate to this fundraiser on Give.do, India’s largest and most trusted online donation platform, to help abandoned mentally ill women get care and shelter. Vanitha, 70, the founder of Sharanalayam cannot do it alone.Donate now.

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National Association for the Blind Delhi (NAB), is a leading provider of education and training services to blind, low vision, Deaf-Blind, and the multi-disabled of all age groups. The institution holds a record in transforming the lives of 80,000people falling in aforesaid categories over the last four decades. Our services include technology-enabled Inclusive School Education for the Blind, Digital Literacy and Advanced Computer Training Courses, Centre for Multiple disabilities for Multisensory Impaired/Deaf-Blind Children, Assistive Technology Helpline, Digital and Talking Book Library, Braille &amp; Large Print Book Production, and more. For our inexorable pursuit towards our defined endeavors, the organization is conferred with the Best Institution Award by the President of India and International Award for Excellence by MSJE, Government of India.

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The National Association for the Blind, Delhi

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Date of visit: 15th January, 2025Visited by: Saifi Hashmi, GIVE Discover team GIVE is pleased to report our immense satisfaction with the workings of NAB as seen in a recent team visit. We started the day by visiting the various learning centers of NAB including their preparatory school for the blind as well as their sophisticated, technology-infused 'integrated school for the blind' which offers an NIIT-certified, 3-month program for beneficiaries to be comfortable with basic computer skills. We loved the sense of community that graced NAB's shelter home. There was an emphasis on preparing the blind beneficiaries to eventually integrate into mainstream Delhi schools, an initiative designed for them to lead as comfortable a life as possible. Furthermore, we noted that each student received personal attention from their teachers, thus ensuring no child was left behind. The joy of coming to school was written on the children's faces. NAB's shelter is a safe space where the kids learn and play and prepare for their futures. We were impressed with the efficacy and dedication of the staff, who were truly going above and beyond for these kids. For example, they maintain the 'Beyond eyes' initiative where curious participants interact with a pitch-black room all the while trying to navigate the challenges experienced by blind people every single day, thus fostering empathy and perspective. Until then, they need support to provide their beneficiaries with the quality education and lifestyle they deserve. Please help us help them and give now.

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"A big thank you, from the bottom of our hearts." We've made incredible progress in providing quality education to blind boys and girls throughout Delhi, but it wouldn't have been possible without the patronage of our dear donors. A salute to your generosity! Your selflessness has touched hearts far and wide. Watch <a href="https://youtube.com/shorts/QzMh8OOzCJA" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" style="background-color: rgb(255, 255, 255); color: rgb(231, 66, 75);">this video</a> to hear a message of hope and gratitude directly from NAB's founder. We've made a difference together, But we have so much more to do. With more resources, we could extend our reach and leave no child behind. Our donor's support is crucial in this struggle. Your aid is our lifeline. Do your part. Donate now.

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Thank you for your generous contributions. Each rupee you donate is a step towards improving the lives of children with visual disabilities. Look at the budget table below to understand what your funds will be used for. We aim to provide a wholesome education and growing experience for everyone in our program. It's up to us to make the difference in these kids lives. Your efforts have been tremendous but we can't stop here. We need your help to spread our reach far and wide. This is only possible with the help of our selfless donors. Do your part. Donate today.

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Visually impaired, consisting of the blind and low vision are one of the most disadvantaged group in the country. Unfortunately India has the highest population of the blind in the world at 150 million. The 2011 Census and other surveys have revealed that the literacy and employment rate of the visually impaired population is at a dismal state when compared to other sections of the population. There is a deep connection between poverty and disability and hence the visually impaired are not in a position to pay for their own education and other rehabilitation services. Only 10% are graduates and more than 72% are unemployed.Visually impaired need reading material in accessible formats like Braille and Audio, support of special educators for school education, assistive technology training and equipment’s and skill building programs to enhance employability. There is a lack of such services in the mainstream. There is a need to sustain and scale up the immensely successful Integrated Education and Technology Training for the Blind programs of NAB Delhi to empower more visually impaired.  
 NAB Delhi will provide its students support for food and accomodation and quality education in mainstream schools. Till the Corona related restrictions are in place these services will be provided at home using online channels or home visits and later at NAB Delhi’s hostel and classrooms in South Delhi. NAB Delhi has been a pioneer in providing ICT training to visually impaired persons of all age groups. We will continue our training programs and scale it up to reach needy persons from all over the country. We will be providing reading material free of cost through our Digital Library and resolution of queries through our Assistive Technology Helpline. The  Centre for Multi-Disabled will provide the much needed special care and vocational training to deafblind and multi-disabled.  
 Every year 250 blind children will receive life-changing quality education in best schools through our support. All their requirements will be met by the organization. More than 300 visually impaired will become digitally literate and receive employability enhancing trainings. 40,000 visually impaired from all over the country will benefit from our Digital Library and Helpline services.100+ deafblind and multi-disabled will get critical care, support and trainings to become independent. Many teachers, NGOs and the mainstream society will benefit from our awareness and capacity building programs.

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