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In the dark and dingy alleys of red light areas, injustice, pain and suffering run rampant. And the worst affected are the children who grow up in red-light areas and are subjected to constant abuse and violence. “The sight of a 12-year-old girl being gang-raped by a group of men near a house l haunts me to this date. I was filled with anguish and resolved to do something,” says Girish Kulkarni who has made it his life’s mission to rescue children from red light areas and give them a safe and secure childhood. In the last 3 decades Girish has saved over 1100 girls from a life of abuse in red-light areas, giving them a loving home, education and medical care. He has further supported over 20,000 children with a better life.Sadly, Of the 250 the children rescued from abuse and exploitation, around 70 of them are HIV positive. The high cost of medication has left Girish struggling for funds. Your support can help him provide these children with the care and upbringing they need. Donate now.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). A movement to protect vulnerable children“Growing up in Ahilyanagar, the experiences I had as a child witnessing the horrors of sex trade defined the path of my life. I had even seen my friend’s 15-year-old sister and 70-year-old grandmother being forced to do sex work for the price of a cup of tea”, recalls Girish. “I started by merely feeding and teaching children of sex workers initially with the intention of giving them some respite from the horrors of life of abuse in red-light areas. Gradually more and more mothers started coming to me and asked me to take their children away, even if it was just for a couple of hours,” he further adds.The work that Girish started in his youth gradually grew to become a movement, with many more joining his cause. His NGO Snehalaya to date has transformed the lives of millions. Girish’s work is crucial for the survival and safety of vulnerable children of sex workers. Snehalaya is almost entirely dependent on donations from the public and your support can strengthen his mission to save children most in need. Donate generously.The horrors of life in red light areas“The cruelty and abuse that children as young as 6 or 7 years of age face is something that I can’t explain in words. Young daughters of sex workers are made to watch their mothers being raped, are brutally assaulted and forced into sex work. No child deserves to grow like this, Girish says in anguish.Sad reality of life for children growing up in red light areas is that they are deprived of even the most basic needs like proper food, safety and education. Moreover, a good number of children rescued by Girish are diagnosed HIV positive. The task of securing medication, providing them quality education and much-needed nutrition is one that requires constant support from donors. Moreover, the increase in healthcare cost has left Girish struggling to keep his home for children going. But your support can enable him to give his children a loving environment and save many more who still remain trapped behind closed doors.Donate to this fundraiser by Give, India’s largest and most trusted online donation platform, to help Snehalaya give hundreds of children rescued from red-light areas a life away from violence and abuse.

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“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, 72, the founder of Sharanalayam cannot do it alone.Donate now.

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Sant Ishwar Foundation is managed by Army veterans and others of their fraternity. It has created 'Ghar' in a specially designed seven-storey building to house orphan, abandoned and vulnerable girls, women with locomotor disabilities and the elderly all under one roof and empowers them through quality education/skilling, mainstreaming them and making them productive members of society while enhancing quality of life of the elderly. Girls are provided quality education and all other facilities that are needed to make them realise their full potential and to become capable to participate and compete in all activities. Disabled women who are wheelchair-mobile will be provided skill training, healthy nutrition, healthcare and numerous facilities. Our objective is to make them confident, independent and productive members of society and to empower and mainstream them. The home for the elderly is self-sustaining.Ghar is the creation of a joint family with three generations - daughters, mothers and grandparents and their bonding as we have in our own families.  We help create meaningful, purposeful and fulfilling lives for our girls for them to learn how to use that to impact and make a difference to the lives of others in times to come.The trust also supports the education of marginalised non-resident children and conducts awareness campaigns and workshops on child protection and on aspects of humanity.

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Mickie Uberoi

SANT ISHWAR FOUNDATION

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Col Uberoi (retd) has provided a safe shelter for girls in need of care and protection. Ghar is not just a place; it’s a home where young girls are educated, provided with the best facilities, and mentorship for their future. With your support, we have been able to provide good education and healthcare facilities for girls who are at risk of abuse and exploitation. Here’s how your donations have made a lasting impact during the period from April ‘25 to February ‘26:<ul><li>85% girls who have been rescued are now studying in good English-medium schools.</li><li>A six-year-old girl with a hole in her heart was operated on. She received extensive medical care, including medications and post-surgery support. </li><li>46 girls received quality education and nutrition support. This aided their overall growth and development. </li><li>In-house tuitions were carried out by professional teachers to help students study with ease.</li><li>Workshops, awareness seminars, and motivational talks delivered by renowned speakers were arranged to boost the morale of these girls.</li><li>Professional counselling sessions, field visits, and sports events were organized to encourage the participation of girls.</li></ul>

Impact Report

Raghav Menon

An enormous 'thank you' from all of us at Ghar for all the support we have received from our dear donors. With your help, we are able to secure the future of dozens of young girls who have no one else to turn to. Education is the only way these innocent girls can rise above their station in life.Please take a look at how we have helped the our inmates at Ghar in the period April '25 to September '25. <ol><li>28 girls of our girls are studying in English medium schools while five girls in established in a good Marathi medium school.</li><li>One girl admitted in the Symbiosis Skills and Professional University for a three years Diploma in Advanced Manufacturing Excellence.</li><li>Nutritious and quality healthcare provided to all resident beneficiaries.</li><li>Four hours of tuitions imparted daily.</li><li>Counselling by a Psychologist provided to beneficiaries.</li></ol>But this is just the start. Its tough to keep up with the extraordinary ambitions of our talented young girls and we need all the help we can get. Your support to our Sant Ishwar Foundation allows us to act on our dedication to the next generation of female soldiers, doctors, and skilled professionals. Make a difference. Donate now.

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Roshni Ramesh

We provide a safe home for young girls with nowhere else to go. Our mission is to provide a loving home for them and give them the skills necessary to lead a life of dignity and comfort. We bear all educational, nutritional, and residential costs&nbsp;solely by us, so we never turn away a little girl who needs help. Take a look at some of the incredible achievements our beneficiaries have made in FY 24-25. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;1.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Most of our girls study in renowned English medium schools (Army Public School, St Joseph's Convent School, Kendriya Vidyalaya, Chetan Dattaji Gaikwad School)&nbsp;2.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Every one of our kids studies hard and attends school regularly.&nbsp;3.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;The girls have achieved 100% computer literacy.&nbsp;&nbsp;4.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Many girls have attained excellence in yoga and have passed various exams in yoga.5.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Confident and disciplined girls who participate and compete in all activities. Several of them have won medals/trophies.&nbsp;Many girls have danced before large audiences several times.6.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Significantly improved health, including dental health and hygiene. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Despite all the amazing achievements made by the girls, we are most proud of their selflessness and character.&nbsp;Our girls want to give back to the nation and aspire to join the Indian army, become IAS/IPS officers, doctors, and the like. Ghar plays a pivotal role in their journey. But we can't bear these costs alone. Your support is needed to widen our impact and provide even greater services to these vulnerable young girls. Please do the right thing and donate now.

Thanks to our supporters, Ghar, under the guidance of Colonel Mickie Uberoi (retd), is providing a stable and supportive environment for orphaned and abandoned girls. At Ghar, these girls gain not just shelter, but a platform to build their futures and achieve their ambitions. Your contributions have directly influenced Ghar's capacity to offer consistent education, personal development, and quality care. These efforts are critical in shaping a secure pathway for the children's growth and success. As we continue our work, the focus remains on ensuring that Ghar's residents receive the opportunities they need to succeed in their educational and career goals. Our ongoing projects aim to expand educational support and empower the girls with the skills necessary to pursue their chosen careers. Your Role in Their FutureThe journey isn't over. Your ongoing support is vital for:<ul><li>Education: Ensuring that scholarships and learning resources are readily available.</li><li>Comprehensive Care: Providing an environment that supports both physical and emotional growth.</li><li>Empowerment: Helping every girl at Ghar to become self-reliant and confident.</li></ul>We invite you to continue your support, which is integral to the success of these young lives. Your donations are investments in their futures. Donate Now | Support Their Journey

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Orphans, semi-orphans and vulnerable children are subject to systematic deprivation covering a wide spectrum of socio-economic parameters like lack of shelter, and lack of access to health services and educational opportunities. These vulnerable children are also easy prey to all kinds of exploitation and abuse. Such children are often among the high-risk, insecure and deprived groups who are denied not only their rights as children but also their childhood. Without guidance, education and security, they head for an obscure future. They need support to steer them back to the mainstream of social life through proper education opportunities, care and rehabilitation. Children in need of care and protection face immense challenges - lack of belongingness, psychological issues, malnutrition, lack of education and access to healthcare, insecurity and a bleak future. Many of them are homeless and take to begging and crime. They are in a continuous struggle to fulfil their basic needs like shelter, food, clothing, drinking water, health care and protection.There is thus a need to augment efforts in taking care of orphans/marginalised children and providing them with a sense of belongingness, security, education, access to healthcare, care and support for their overall development. 
 We have created Ghar in a seven-storey building that houses homes for orphan/marginalised girls and the elderly all under one roof.We take care of the boarding, nutritional, education, health and personal needs of orphan/marginalised girls. They are provided with quality education in English medium schools and all other facilities that are needed to make them realise their full potential be it in academics, sports, arts and culture and to become capable to participate and compete in all activities. This will help them in pursuing their dreams, to grow into conscientious adults and to lead a life of dignity and respect in society. Ghar also houses paralysed women and the elderly. Orphans/marginalised get to grow up in the environment of a family with the attendant sense of belongingness, security, good education, a good future and love and affection.Paralysed women from the lower strata of society will be provided with skill training and mainstreamed into society. 
 Ghar is unique in her vision, concept and management. Our vision is to hold the hands of orphan/marginalised children from the lowest strata of society and help them climb the tallest mountains - to become successful people in order that they in turn will hold the hands of others and make an impact and a difference in the lives of others in times to come, to provide a family to paralysed women and empower and mainstream them and provide the elderly a healthy, content and happy life.Unique in concept since Ghar is the creation of a joint family of daughters, mothers and grandparents all residing under one roof as one big family with the attendant sense of belongingness, security and feelings.Unique in management since Ghar has been created by an Army veteran and is managed by a team of Army veterans.1. Ghar becomes a model in terms of providing residential facilities and quality care in the catchment area for orphan/marginalised girls and for their quality education and overall development.2.  Improved school retention and performance standards of children.3.  Realisation of the potential of orphan/marginalised girls in sports and extracurricular activities.4.  Mainstreaming of women with locomotive disabilities.

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