For a mother who has spent her entire life loving and raising her child, being beaten and mercilessly thrown out onto the streets by her own son is too heartbreaking to overcome. But this is a common story among the elderly residents of the Guru Vishram Vridh Ashram. “I’ve seen mothers in old and torn clothes, their bodies smelling and their hands and feet rotting and covered in maggots,” shares Dr. G.P. Bhagat, founder of the ashram. These abandoned elderly men and women lay starving on the streets hoping for someone to rescue them from their suffering. But most people walk past them without a second glance. “Like this”, Dr. Bhagat explains, “many elders die on the roads.”Since 2003, SHEOWS (Saint Hardyal Educational and Orphans Welfare Society) has rescued over 10,000 elderly people from the streets and given them a home with care and support. The elderly staying at the ashram have all been abandoned by their families and have nowhere else to live. Your support can give them comfort after their abandonment. 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). Safe and loving homeFor 20 years, SHEOWS has been providing free shelter, nutritious food three times a day, clothing, medical care, recreation activities and emotional support to abused and disabled elderly people rescued from the streets of Delhi. The Guru Vishram Vridh Ashram has a dedicated rescue team that saves the elderly from the streets and gives them immediate medical care upon their arrival at the home. To tend to the multiple health complications of the seniors, the home has a medical facility with doctors and nurses, a physiotherapy unit, a pathology lab, a digital X-ray monitoring machine and a pharmacy to provide 24-hour care to older adults anytime they require assistance, even during emergencies. Dr. Bhagat prioritizes the health of the seniors and ensures that they receive three balanced meals a day based on their precise health requirements. Need for the fundraiserThe humanitarian mission of SHEOWS is making an impact in the area, as more and more people are being rescued and brought to Guru Vishram Vridh Ashram. To meet the financial costs of running the home, SHEOWS needs support to continue providing the residents with all the facilities that they need. This includes constant care and round-the-clock medical attention, nutritious food and maintaining a hygienic environment to keep the seniors in comfort and good health. Dr. Bhagat explains that as the number of residents is increasing, SHEOWS needs support for food and medicines. “I request you to help these elderly parents lead a peaceful life.”Donate now to help Dr. Bhagat continue caring for the 500 destitute elderly and giving them shelter, food, medical care and the will to carry on living despite their tragic abandonment by their families. Your support will enable SHEOWS to keep serving abandoned senior citizens and help them recover from the trauma of abandonment and life on the streets. “I have been serving these elderly as if they were my own parents”, shares Dr. Bhagat. “I want only one thing - their tears should vanish and they should have a smile on their faces.” To help Dr. Bhagat achieve this dream, your support is critical. Donate now to help SHEOWS care for more abandoned elderly. Donate to this fundraiser by Give, India’s largest online donation platform, to support SHEOWS in their mission to rescue the abandoned elderly from the streets and give them shelter, food, medical care, recreational activities and emotional support.

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“My 8-year-old son was diagnosed with cancer and it left the entire family devastated. I was told the cost of treatment would run into lakhs. I was barely managing to make ends meet and there was nothing I could do to save Swaroop. But the Nargis Dutt Foundation stepped in and took care of all the expenses. I can’t even imagine the consequences had they not been there for my son,,” says teary-eyed Devendra.The helplessness that Devendra felt is not uncommon among low-income families of cancer patients. There are many who helplessly see their dear ones, including children, lose their life in the most painful manner. Nargis Dutt Foundation has ensured that thousands of families don’t see this fate. It’s been a ray of hope for thousands of cancer patients since its inception over 40 years back. You can help save many more patients with cancer. 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). The cost of each chemotherapy is as much as ₹15,000 and a cancer patient can require between 6 to 12 sessions. The hefty cost for cancer treatment is well beyond the reach for poor families that are barely surviving on two square meals a day. Help Nargis Dutt Foundation provide treatment to poor cancer patients and save them from a slow and painful death.Giving hope to cancer patients“I was just 13 when my mother was diagnosed with cancer. When I saw my mother struggling for life it left a lifelong impact on me. Her condition had deteriorated to such an extent she was almost unrecognisable. I know how it feels like to lose a loved one to cancer and I am not alone in my grief. There are thousands of people struggling to save their family members,” says Priya, daughter of noted actress Nargis Dutt, who lost her life to cancer, and in whose name the NGO has been founded. Priya has made it her life’s mission to save as many cancer patients as she can, but she can not do it alone. Nargis Dutt Foundation needs your support. Your donation can not only save cancer patients but can give life to entire families.Need for the fundraiserCancer is often seen as a death sentence. But doctors say that if detected early and if a patient receives essential treatment, the illness can be defeated and the person can return to their lives. “Treatment of cancer often depends on multiple factors including the type of cancer and the stage in which it is detected. Some patients require surgery while some can be cured with just chemotherapy or immunotherapy. “Whatever may be the need, our nonprofit supports patients till the time they are cancer free. We not only take care of the cost of treatment but even assist patients with nutrition which is vital in the fight against cancer. Moreover, we ensure that family members who are already facing immense hardships get proper accommodation and food during treatment so they don’t suffer any further,” says the NGO leader. With your support, Nargis Dutt Foundation can help patients win the fight against cancer and save their families from grief of losing a loved one.Donate to this fundraiser by Give, India’s largest and most trusted fundraising platform, to support Nargis Dutt Foundation in their mission to give life-saving chemotherapy and care to cancer patients who can not afford treatment.

500 cancer patients are fighting for life, help Nargis Dutt Foundation give them urgent chemotherapy

The joy of an elderly seeing their granddaughter’s face for the first time or being able to see sunlight after years of visual impairment is invaluable. Our NGO partner, Nanritam, has given such priceless moments of joy and the gift of sight to thousands of underprivileged seniors who could not afford surgeries. Working in remote villages where it is common for young sons to leave behind their elderly parents in search of livelihood, Nanritam has been a saviour for the visually impaired elderly. Nanritam is in urgent need of funds to be able to provide eye treatment and cataract surgeries to underprivileged elderly in the backward district of Purulia, West Bengal. Donate now to provide life-changing surgeries.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).Giving the elderly gift of sight“The extent of illiteracy and poverty in the villages of Purulia is shocking. These villages are so remote that not even one eye-care institution has ever reached here. Blindness leaves the elderly so helpless that they are even unable to care for themselves and lead normal lives”, says Ranjana Sengupta, Secretary, Nanritam who has been at the forefront of the NGO’s operations. Nanritam is an organisation of several eye doctors who treat patients for free in far-flung areas.Due to limited livelihood opportunities in backward areas, able-bodied persons often migrate to urban areas for better prospects, leaving their elderly parents behind to fend for themselves. Compounding this situation, many seniors grapple with visual impairment caused by cataract, leading to partial or complete blindness. Ranjana emphasises, "The elderly may not be aware that a quick 5-minute cataract surgery has the power to transform their entire lives."Donate to Nanritam now to provide free cataract surgeries to the elderly and change their lives.Why donate to the fundraiser?“We are in urgent need of funds to purchase modern equipment and to cover operating costs to give vision to the elderly who can't even afford basic treatment and medical care. I urge you to support us in this noble mission and help the elderly get their vision back,” says Ranjana.Donate to this fundraiser on Give, India’s largest and most trusted online donation platform, to help underprivileged elderly get their vision back with free cataract surgeries.

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At Shram Mandir Trust, we are dedicated to uplifting leprosy-affected individuals and marginalized communities by providing free medical care, rehabilitation, and sustainable livelihoods. We believe everyone deserves dignity, inclusion, and the opportunity to lead an independent life. Our work focuses on three key areas. We provide free medical care for leprosy patients, ensuring they receive essential treatment and support for their recovery. Through our rehabilitation programs, we offer shelter, vocational training, and work opportunities in our handloom unit and goshala, helping individuals become self-sufficient. We also support the education of children from leprosy-affected and underprivileged families, empowering them to build a brighter future.

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Shram Mandir Trust is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving leprosy-affected individuals and marginalized communities. Established in Sindhrot, District Vadodara, our trust focuses on providing care, rehabilitation, and livelihood opportunities to those in need.Our main mission is to support and rehabilitate leprosy patients. We provide free medical treatment to those affected by leprosy and work to restore their dignity through complete care. After treatment, we rehabilitate them within our colony, offering food, shelter, and economic support to help them rebuild their lives. Through these efforts, we aim to break the social stigma around leprosy and encourage inclusion.A key part of our rehabilitation is providing vocational training in various departments to help leprosy patients become self-sufficient. Our handloom unit gives them skill development opportunities and a platform to produce and sell high-quality textiles. They make a range of products, including bedsheets, towels, napkins, dusters, asanas, table mats, and other items. This initiative not only keeps traditional skills alive but also provides steady employment.Our goshala, managed by leprosy inmates, takes care of cows while also generating income through the sale of milk and ghee. We also run a community kitchen that provides free, nutritious meals to all residents, allowing them to get hot meals, reduce waste, and interact with each other to build a strong bond among themselves.The income earned from our handloom products and goshala is reinvested into the trust to improve the lives of those we serve, ensuring the sustainability and growth of our work.Education is an important part of our mission. We are committed to educating children of leprosy patients and underprivileged backgrounds. Our hostel facilities provide a safe and supportive environment, helping children grow academically and personally. there are separate hostels for boys and girls. Besides the hostel, we enroll these children in good schools in Vadodara, ensuring they get a quality education. After finishing school, we support their higher education, covering all expenses and helping them pursue their chosen fields. Many of these children have completed their education and are now living independent, successful lives, breaking free from hardship and social isolation.Shram Mandir is like a village of its own, where people from different backgrounds come together to support and uplift each other. It is a self-sufficient community where leprosy patients and other marginalized individuals find belonging and purpose. From medical care and vocational training to education and community living, we care for every aspect of life. Our approach ensures that those we serve not only regain their health but also rebuild their lives with dignity and independence. We strive to create an environment where everyone is valued, empowered, and given the chance to live a meaningful life.

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Shram Mandir Trust

This nonprofit is registered as a charitable trust under section 12A of India's Income Tax Act, 1961.

This nonprofit is registered under section 80G of India's Income Tax Act, 1961. This means you can deduct 50% of the donation you made through your tax return.

Shram Mandir’s Children’s Education Programme is a life-changing initiative that supports the children of leprosy-affected individuals by providing them with a nurturing environment and access to quality education. Children aged 5 and above are welcomed into our on-campus hostel, where their holistic development—academic, physical, emotional, and social—is our highest priority.Our campus houses a primary school up to 8th grade. Beyond that, students are admitted to reputed schools in Vadodara and later to colleges based on their interests and aptitude. We also offer tuitions, computer training, a library, playground, and school transport to ensure all-round growth. Today, 80 children are part of this transformative journey, and many of our alumni have successfully integrated into mainstream society, building stable and dignified lives.This vital programme runs solely on donations. We invite you to become a part of this noble cause by sponsoring a child at just ₹25,000 per year. Your support will empower a child to break free from the cycle of poverty and discrimination—and step confidently into a brighter future.Let’s uplift lives through the power of education—one child at a time.

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