In Vrindavan, thousands of elderly widow mothers face the harsh reality of abandonment and suffering. With no one to turn to, many are left begging on the streets, exposed to heat, cold and rain,Donate so that Maitri can provide shelter, food, clothes and medical support to abandoned elderly mothers now. Give generously.Winnie Singh has witnessed many cases of widow mothers being abandoned on the streets of Vrindavan, one of the holiest places in India. “Children leave their mothers as soon as they become widows. The children start feeling the burden. This has become a practice in today's society that money comes first and everything else later,” says Winnie whose Maitri India, rescues widowed mothers from the streets of Vrindavan.Many widowed elderly mothers often end up living a lonely life and begging to survive on the streets. And Maitri aspires to take care of every widow in need of help, but because of lack of funds, Winnie and Maitri are in a position to do it."Elderly widows don't have shelter. They sleep in cowsheds over sacks. They don't have a blanket. Nights are really difficult for them," shares Winnie Singh. <img src="https://cfstatic.give.do/1abfb906-563b-4747-85b8-8af2071a2856.jpg" />Maitri aims to:<ul><li>Provide shelter and nutritious meals leading to improved health and wellbeing</li><li>Make physical and mental health services accessible</li><li>Offer necessary quality aged care and assisted living support</li><li>Increase awareness and engagement around the struggles of abandoned widow mothers</li></ul>Why donate to MaitriWinnie needs your support to help those in need of food, healthcare and well-being. “Maitri urgently needs your support to provide nutritious food, clothing and healthcare to sustain these widow mothers who are prone to more illnesses as they age,” appeals Winnie. “You can become the family they were denied. Hold their hands so they don't need to beg ever again,” she adds. Let’s rescue abandoned widows mothers from the streets of Vrindavan and give them a better future. Donate now.Our help will enable Maitri to save hundreds of abandoned widows from a life of begging, and restore the respect, dignity, and identity they deserve.

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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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“I saw a girl, barely 7 or 8, being pushed into flesh trade. Her cries for help still echo in my ears. There were men as old as 60 r*ping the innocent child. That was the day I knew my mission in life was to get these children out of the hell-like conditions in red-light areas. They are nothing short of hell and no child deserves to grow up in this environment” says Vinay Vasta, founder of Social Activities Integration, an organisation committed to freeing children trapped in red-light areas.Vinay and his NGO have been able to provide education, medical care and nutrition to over 2,500 children. But his dream to provide safe shelter to children remains unrealized. “We do our best to keep these children safe during the day but sadly they are forced to go back to the red light areas at night as we don’t have a home for them. Your donation can help us build a safe home for children of sex workers and prevent them from being pulled into prostitution. Donate to make this dream a realityDonate 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).Life in red light areas“S*x workers use their homes which are barely 6 feet by 4 feet for their business. They invite customers in the presence of their children. Their children not only witness abuse but experience it too. Just imagine a child being told that all she can ever become in life is a pr*stitute”, Vinay shares as he explains the extent of abuse children face in red light areas.This is a life that thousands of children are forced to live behind closed doors where they suffer abuse and exploitation morning, noon and night.A ray of hopeVinay has been relentlessly trying to give children the care and education they deserve. He has provided quality English education to thousands of children, enabling them to secure a livelihood out of red-light areas. Several children taught by Vinay are today leading successful lives as professionals and Government employees. However the sad reality is that Vinay and his NGO, in the absence of a permanent shelter home, are unable to provide round the clock safety to these children, which is essential for their well-being.Your donations can enable SAI to build a shelter home for the children of sex workers and usher in a new tomorrow for them, away from the horrors of red-light areas.Donate to this fundraiser on Give.do, India’s largest and most trusted online donation platform, to provide safe shelter for children of sex workers and save them from abuse and second generation pr*stitution.NGO's 80G number: AACTS0408EF20216NGO's 12A number: AACTS0408EE20028

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Sathi (Society for Assistance to Children in Difficult Situations) is a national award-winning Indian non-profit working with children in vulnerable situations. Sathi has been doing this work for over 27 years. Founded by Pramod Kulkarni, an alumnus of IIM Ahmedabad, Sathi has worked across the landscape of India to put children’s lives on track and ensure a stable future for every child. Sathi’s work includes: (1) the rescue of runaway and separated children from railway platforms and resettling them with families or childcare institutions; (2) engaging with government-run childcare institutions and working towards resettling children who languish in institutions without family contact; and (3) working with children in street and slum situations and helping them secure valid legal identity documents which will in turn grant them access to social protection schemes of the state. Sathi has had humble beginnings in the rugged district of Raichur in Karnataka; but has over the years expanded in geography and scale. Sathi has worked in more than 40 locations in 14 states across India and has reached out to more than a 100,000 child beneficiaries directly.Sathi’s most notable achievements include pioneering work in the rescue and rehabilitation of Children in Contact with Railways (CCR); this has resulted in the design and development of best practices for the rescue, counselling, restoration and aftercare of children. Sathi is known for this pioneering work across the social sector. Many non-profits making an entry into this space are mentored by Sathi.A second area of work includes working with Children in Street and Slum Situations (CiSS). Sathi has worked with thousands of children on the streets, otherwise deprived of basic health and education facilities. In recent years, Sathi has worked with global organisations to provide children with a unique digital identity and link this identity with social welfare schemes of state and central governments.Sathi’s work with government-run childcare institutions in 12 states across the country has helped resettle thousands of children who were languishing in institutions without individual attention and the scope for growth. Sathi has worked for the welfare of these children - especially in areas of health and education. Sathi has also designed and developed unique models in this space. A key feature of Sathi’s work in these childcare institutions is the ability to work with Children with Special Needs including challenging mental health conditions.A rare feature that distinguishes Sathi from many non-profits is the combination of a strong field presence and the ability to network and advocate for the cause at local and national levels. Sathi is proud to have contributed to a number of key policy developments within childcare including for Children in Contact with Railways. A number of individuals, institutions and Governments have recognised and honoured Sathi’s work; Sathi has received many accolades and awards along its journey including the National Award for Child Welfare from the Honourable President of India in 2015.

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Sonu Kumar is 12 years old and is from Jharkhand. He used to work with his parents as a labourer as their economic condition was so poor.

When Sonu was scolded and beaten by his mother for not going to work on one occasion, he ran away to his grandmother’s house. Unfortunately, he boarded the wrong train and found himself in an unfamiliar place with no family.

Sathi found him sleeping at the railway platform a few days later and we took him safely to our rehabilitation centre. Since Sonu’s education was in its infancy, Sathi initially had difficulty locating his village. However, we contacted local police and soon his parents were traced.

Once Sonu was reunited with his family, Sathi counseled his parents against physical abuse and encouraged them to enrol Sonu into a school. Seeing their economic condition, Sathi promised to help them financially to support his education.

Today, Sonu is back with his family without the pressure of working as he attends school. Sathi arranged for all his educational costs to be paid for by the government so Sonu’s family are alleviated from additional expenses.

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SANTHIVARDHANA MINISTRIES is a loving home for children with intellectual disabilities. We aim to provide good quality education, nutrition, and the best healthcare facilities for children from low-income families who have disabilities. Your donations have helped us establish a safe, inclusive, and well-equipped therapy centre for children with multiple disabilities.  In the period of April ‘25 - February ‘26, we were able to make professional speech therapy and physiotherapy accessible to many children with disability. Listed below are the activities carried out to enhance their development and overall growth.<ul><li>129 children with intellectual disabilities benefited from the residential program in our two branches, where professional education assistance was provided.</li><li>Tailored Physiotherapy and Speech Therapy sessions for 30 children with disabilities were successfully organized.</li><li>Our community outreach programs have helped people in need from nearby villages procure free physiotherapy and speech therapy sessions.</li><li>The installation of a solar system power backup was done to facilitate school operations and therapy sessions without any interruption.</li><li>To ensure better rehabilitation facilities for children with disabilities, infrastructure development was planned and executed.</li></ul>We are forever indebted to our donors for their generous support in helping us care for children who deserve a better quality of life.

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Every senior citizen deserves a loving home where they are treated with respect and compassion. It is deeply saddening to even think about how some children treat their mothers as a burden in their old age; however, they tend to forget that their mothers are the ones who dedicated their whole life to provide for them. Velugu has ensured that every elderly mother feels safe, belongs, and is valued at his old-age centre. ﻿With your generous support, Velugu has been able to care for senior mothers by providing them a safe harbor from the hardships of life.  See below the impact of your donations on the lives of mothers who have been deprived of a home:<ul><li>In the period April ‘25 - February ‘26, Velugu continued to provide a residential facility to 85 elderly women who had been abandoned by their family members. </li><li>Timely health checkups were carried out for all the senior citizens residing in the shelter.</li><li>Daily three-times nutritional meals were served to all the residents.</li><li>Essential hygiene products, along with medications, were given to the elderly residents.</li><li>Residents were engaged in recreational activities and other practices focusing on their spiritual well-being.</li></ul>Donate now to save the elderly mothers from living on the streets. Support Velugu in its mission to provide a happy and peaceful space for elderly mothers where they can live without the fear of abandonment.

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>

Every child deserves a loving home and an opportunity to live a life free from poverty and neglect. Veena is a loving mother to 180 children with visual impairment. Your helping hand can empower Veena to create a nurturing environment for these children.&nbsp; Your contribution can mean the world to these blind children. Donate now to empower them with good-quality education and a safe shelter, fostering their growth.&nbsp; Let’s dive into the real-life impact created in FY 2025-26:<ul><li>Your support has helped Veena provide a safe residential hostel for visually impaired children.</li><li>Nutritional care was provided for children that focused on early childhood development.</li><li>Transport facility for children to commute every day without any stress.</li><li>Special educators carried out inclusive education and regular therapy sessions for children.</li><li>Recreational activities and life skills development programs to help students discover their potential.</li></ul>Veena needs your invaluable support to carry forward these activities. We are indebted to our donors for their continuous support. ﻿Donate now to save the lives of these vulnerable children.

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With the help of your generous support, Satya Special School was able to care for and provide quality education and therapy to the underprivileged children with intellectual disabilities and visual impairment.&nbsp; We have been able to provide special education to around 80 children, enabling them to live a better life ahead. Your support is crucial in empowering these children. Inclusive education is the way forward.&nbsp; Let’s look at the impact highlights created in FY 2025-26:<ul><li>Around 34 children were provided speech therapy to leverage their communication skills.</li><li>22 children were able to attend physiotherapy sessions, enabling their overall growth.&nbsp;</li><li>Occupational therapists provided care and training to 22 children, enhancing vulnerable children's essential everyday skills.</li><li>A transport facility was provided to 82 children for safe and hassle-free travel.</li><li>Promoted and supported nutritional supplementation for 91 children for their development.</li></ul>Donate now to support us in creating a better future for these children. The image below depicts the setting of the inclusive classroom learning where children feel included, heard, and valued.

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Hundreds of children run away from their homes every day in India, mostly as a refuge from negligent parents, pressures at school, child abuse and at times, simply because of an argument at home. However, the time it takes for a runaway to become a "platform child" is frighteningly short. 
 Our staff visit railway platforms on a daily basis to identify runaway children. Once identified, children are registered with the Child Welfare Committee so families can be traced. Then they are brought to our home placement centre where they are provided with food, shelter and care.We organise regular counselling sessions, de-addiction centres, and informal education classes for children, which help their reintegration with social life. Those who are reluctant to go home are enrolled into our home orientation camp and if a family can’t be traced, they are referred to other organisations. 
 Early intervention not only saves a child from the dangers of platform life but it makes repatriation easier, as the child is more willing to return. Our rehabilitation centre supports every step of this process.

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