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.<img src="https://cfstatic.give.do/1c273b6d-eee3-4799-98aa-74efcde92177.webp" />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”.  <img src="https://cfstatic.give.do/7bfa3cb2-b09d-4518-862f-a0bbf653cbe8.webp" />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.

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“A blind child is often seen as a curse or a burden to the family, leading to abandonment. I’ve picked up children from roadsides myself. I too lost my sight as a child, but today I’m a senior officer thanks to the National Association for the Blind, Delhi (NAB). What would I have done without their help?” asks Veena Mehta Verma, a beneficiary turned advocate for NAB and its mission to protect and care for blind children like herself.The state of young blind girls abandoned by their families and without education is even worse. “Blind girls have no future without education. Education is crucial to their future. Without it, they face neglect and limited opportunities, ignored not just by their families, but by society at large. What I am today is only because of the education I received. But sadly, every blind girl is not as fortunate. Most visually impaired girls are deprived of any care and even something as basic as education, leading to a difficult life,” says Asha Bhola, President, Blind Welfare Society (BWS).Both NAB and BWS work for the welfare of blind children and young girls by providing them with shelter, education, and care. This Diwali, they need your support to help many more youngsters in need.Donate easily through UPI, all debit/credit cards and net banking. Charitable donations to this fundraising campaign are tax-exempt under 80G of the Income Tax Act (India).A life of uncertainty &amp; sufferingEven if a blind child or young girl is not abandoned, they are often trapped in their homes deprived of education or any way of making a living. “For a blind kid, employment is impossible without education. They need to learn Braille or use ‘talking computer’ aids. Many of these children are deprived of such facilities,” says Veena.Young kids and girls for whom NAB and BWS have 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.But many blind children who are bright, academically gifted, and waiting to shine, are often neglected or abandoned by their own families. And with your donation, NAB and BWS can give them the future they deserve.As we celebrate the festival of lights, donate to this fundraiser on Give.do, India’s largest and most trusted online donation platform, to help blind children and young girls get shelter, education and care and a shot at a bright future.

This Diwali, help to brighten the lives of abandoned blind kids and young girls by giving them shelter and education

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Trust for Retailers &amp; Retail Associates of India, TRRAIN is a registered public charitable trust founded in 2011 by Mr. B S Nagesh and committed to the vision of empowering people in retail and works to achieve immediate and lasting change in the lives of retail associates in India. The trust is solely committed to upgrading lives of people in retail, both at work and at home by being catalysts and thought leaders.Vistra ITCL (India) Limited are the sole trustees to TRRAIN. The trust has a team of 12 esteemed advisory board members to provide strategic direction and mentoring from time to time.TRRAIN has undertaken various initiatives to enable retail associates to upgrade their skills through TRRAIN Education Programs and to build pride and dignity through the TRRAIN Retail Awards and Retail Employees Day. TRRAIN’s initiative on building inclusive retail work force by training and employing People with Disabilities in Retail roles has received tremendous support from the industry.

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Shantagiri, Karnataka, where basic amenities like schools and hospitals are rare, Irappa's journey has been anything but ordinary. Irappa was born to Sulochanavva and Tayappa, who tirelessly worked on daily wages to support a family of five. The family was bound together by love and a determination to face life's challenges as one.  Irappa's life took a drastic turn when he was just six years old. A fall from a bullock cart on his way to school resulted in a permanent spinal injury. He spent 6 months in the hospital, battling not only physical challenges but also a deep sense of helplessness. The weight of medical expenses bore down on his parents, who earned a modest sum of INR 300 per day. They turned to their friends and family for financial support. To ease the financial burden on the family, Irappa’s younger brother had to step up and take a job that could financially support the family. As his injuries gradually healed, he grappled with the emotional weight of losing his ability to move freely, ultimately reaching the point of being labeled as disabled, which left him overwhelmed and depressed.  Amid his journey, Irappa's neighbours often taunted him about how his peers were getting ahead in their careers while he was jobless and completely dependent on his family. Amidst these comparisons, his mother emerged as his bedrock of support, giving him the positivity and motivation he needed to survive this difficult phase. Every day, she accompanied him on his way to school, becoming the source of his moral support. In a world, where giving up seemed tempting, she imparted the strength for him to stand tall. Her nurturing presence turned out to be the cornerstone of his resilience. Having finished his 12th-grade education, and a desire to ensure a steady future for his family, his job search led him to a job fair where he discovered the TRRAIN Pankh Programme. This initiative aimed to skill and provide sustainable livelihoods for Persons with Disabilities (PwDs). He eagerly enrolled in the 45-day training session held in Bangalore, a decision that transformed his life forever. A silver lining emerged for Irappa when he stumbled upon an opportunity at Zomato. The company was extending delivery positions to Persons with Disabilities, offering a unique mode of transportation for deliveries: a 3-wheeler electric bike. While the bike was to be purchased by PWDs, he knew that this was his road to financial independence. His only hindrance during his job was organising the money to afford the bike. GIVE Foundation came to his rescue and helped by contributing part of the funds to purchase this bike, giving Irappa the hope to dream of a better, independent life. Now, Irappa has successfully secured a job with Zomato, earning a monthly salary of INR 15,000.His association with Zomato brought immeasurable joy to his mother, whose sole aspiration was his growth and well-being. When asked who is his role model, Irappa's answer was simple: his mother. Her daily encouragement had shaped him into a stronger person, and her motivational words – ‘Believe in Yourself and Success Will Follow’, became his guiding light. Irappa's story stands as a testament to the undefeated human spirit. His strength to stand by his mother and his family to provide for them financially, no matter the circumstances is beyond inspirational. It's a tale of unwavering faith and a tale of unbreakable bonds. Against all odds, Irappa not only found a job but a life that he could live with his head held high and a calling that carried him to the success he deserved. His journey is a reminder that within life's most challenging threads, the most beautiful stories are woven.

Rising Beyond Adversity: Irappa Madar's Inspirational Journey of Triumph

In the vibrant city of Pune, amidst the bustling streets, resides a remarkable boy named Sanket Varvare. At just 23 years old, he carries a burden that many cannot fathom. Sanket, a young man with Speech and Hearing Impairment (SHI), embodies resilience in its purest form. He is not just a son, but a pillar of strength within his family of six Sanket's father, Kailash, is a tireless farmer, toiling under the relentless sun to provide for his children. His monthly hard-earned income, ranges from a mere INR 12,000 to INR 15,000. Beside him stands Sanket's mother, Jaya, a formidable woman who seamlessly juggles the responsibilities of both home and farm. The family's trials do not end here, Sanket's elder sister too shares the same condition, further adding to their daily challenges. Their journey has been nothing less than a roller coaster. In Sanket's early years, he battled severe health complications until the tender age of 8. Yet, amidst the darkness that threatened to engulf them, Sanket's parents clung to a single belief – the transformative power of education. Sanket and his sister embarked on an educational journey that demanded more than just textbooks and classroom attendance. The school they attended required them to live away from the warmth of their home, a heart-wrenching decision for their parents. The annual cost for schooling of INR 1,000 was a heavy burden on their humble shoulders. However, the physical separation was bridged through sign language, they taught their parents this form of communication, a reminder that love knows no boundaries and communication does not always need a voice. Despite a childhood shadowed by adversity due to his disability, Sanket drew strength from the unwavering support of his family. Upon completing his Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC), he embarked on a journey with Amazon. However, this path was not without its hurdles. Physical challenges forced him to take a step back, but giving up was never an option. Sanket's indomitable spirit led him to a new opportunity, a position as a Customer Service Associate at Reliance. With a monthly salary of INR 12,456, Sanket did not just transform his own life, he became a sturdy pillar of support for his parents. Countless sleepless nights, filled with worries about their son's future, now began to dissipate. His earnest wish was to alleviate his parents from the weight of financial burdens and provide them with a comfortable life henceforth. But Sanket's dreams did not stop there. His heart aspires to emulate the entrepreneurial spirit of giants like Mukesh Ambani. His journey, his gratitude towards the TRRAIN PANKH programme, which provides comprehensive skill training to bridge the gap for PwDs. His unwavering strength are a living testament to the triumph of the human spirit over the most formidable challenges. They remind us that with the right support and opportunities, obstacles can be transformed into stepping stones toward greatness. Sanket's story isn't just about overcoming, it's about soaring to heights that defy the limits others may impose.

From Struggles to Success : Sanket Varvare's Inspiring Story

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India has been in a complete lockdown since March 25th. Its 1.3 billion people confined to their homes with the exception of those providing essential services, some of which are the Kirana store owners, grocery employees, and delivery personnel.Due to this, an economic slowdown has hit the Indian Retail Sector especially those in the non - essential services of retail. A huge number of employees working in the Indian retail sector – Traditional, Modern, Formal, and in-formal are most likely to lose their employment or not receive their salaries in the period of the next 3 months. The average salary in Modern retail is about Rs 11,000 &amp; traditional retail stands at Rs 7,500. In a large number of families, the associates are the sole breadwinners of their families and due to the prevailing conditions, their families might face huge distress economically, financially, and mentally.  (Source: Prepared with inputs from Professionals from the retail industry via RAI) 
 We have setup a relief fund to offer and provide sustenance support to deserving retail associates and their families over the next 3 months until the COVID-19 situation comes back to normalcy. We will identify retail employees who have no means of income post-April 2020 and provide them with an income bridge for 3 months until they are able to seek alternate employment. We will leverage government schemes for short term relief as well as use the opportunity to link the beneficiaries and their families to long-term financial health solutions such as insurance and pension.The beneficiaries (retail employees) will also be on-boarded onto the TRRAIN Circle mobile app (an app to help and enable a better life for the frontline employees employed in retail &amp; another sector) to have access to over the phone counseling services, additional financial services, and E-learning courses to develop skills &amp; disbursement of financial aidThrough the Relief Grant, we will be offering to the beneficiaries:•	Rs.4000 per beneficiaries over a period of 3 months•	Enrollment to Governments of India Relief schemes for grants starting from Rs.1000/- 
 · To support the livelihoods and ensure emotional &amp; financial well-being of retail employees during the long term social, economic and health impacts due to COVID-19· To support at least 5000 retail employees and their families by raising funds with the help of the public.This is a rapid response funding for retail associates affected by COVID-19 initiated by Trust for Retailers &amp; Retail Associates of India (TRRAIN)

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In India there are ~2.7 Cr PwDs in India, and the heart-wrenching truth is that their employability is less than 1%. This problem stems from various reasons, 2 of them being:<ol><li>Lack of access to skilling/training</li><li>Lack of employment opportunities in local areas – 69% of PwDs reside in rural areas. Migration is not a  choice. Accessibility issues hinder it further .</li><li>Ignorance &amp; mindset of family, communities &amp; organizations hinders creating livelihoods as they don’t consider them to be productive members of society.</li></ol>If these problems persist the outcome can be dire. It could result in:<ol><li>Increase in unemployment rate</li><li>Further isolation of communities that otherwise live in a non inclusive society </li></ol>O 
 Pankh - Wings of Destiny is a livelihood creation program by Trust for Retailers and Retail Associates of India (TRRAIN) for Persons with Disabilities. Pankh provides training and skilling in retail-specific skills and life skills, further with Pankh we provide them with employment opportunities in retail and allied sectors and help them live a life of dignity and become financially independent. 
 Since its inception, Pankh has created an impact on the lives of more than 22,500 Persons with Disabilities, and our dream is to impact thousands more. With Pankh we have been able to create an impact in our beneficiaries lives by providing skilling, helping them become financially independent, better themselves, develop their personalities and improve their communication skills.Impact StoryN Lahari, a 21-year-old from Lankipalli village, Chittoor district, is a bright young girl who is visually impaired. Her father works as a carpenter, and for the longest time was the only earning member of the family. Lahari knew how hard her father worked and wanted to ease his burden by supporting her family financially. However, the journey wasn't easy, she was rejected by a lot of firms due to her poor communication skills and knowledge.  “I was tired of being rejected by everyone. I was scared to reach out to people for a job fearing that they would reject me. Because of this, my father started to search for a guy for my marriage and I was taken aback. I wanted to work and help him!” We met her family, during our mobilisation drive and counseled them about the program. She worked hard to improve her skills, thereby managing to outshine her shortcomings. After completing her training, she was able to secure a job with the Aditya Birla Group. A true hero in her very own right, her will to learn and grow ignited the new light of hope! When asked about her experience, she says:  “After I started this job, I’m more disciplined, outgoing and my priorities have changed. I want to continue to work and provide for my family. My parents are very supportive of me, especially my mom. When I got my first salary, I gave it to her. I still remember the smile on her face, it was an amazing feeling.” Her joy spread to her parents as well. Her father, N Surendra Naidu says: “I am so proud of my daughter. I never imagined her working and becoming independent. My wife and I are so happy with what she has accomplished.”

Pankh - wings of Destiny, Help Persons with Disabilities Live A Life Of Dignity And Become Financial Independent

Persons with Disabilities (PwD) form about 2.2% of our society according to the Census 2011 report. This translates into 21.9 million affected individuals. In the year 2011, about 13.4 million PwDs were in the employable age group and that number has increased since then. Out of these almost 10 million are literate and are either marginal workers or non-workers. In the employable age group, about 2.1 million are marginal workers and the other 7.8 million are non-workers. The Vocational skilling gap amongst PwDs is 9.8 million and will rise to 10.8 million by 2022 if serious skilling interventions (covering formal employment, work contracts/ other informal jobs, and entrepreneurship opportunities) are not undertaken. 
 PANKH – Wings of Destiny aims to intervene and train Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) and provide them employment opportunities in the retail industry. The initiative thus aims to create sustainable livelihoods for PwDs and also promote inclusive growth in the retail sector. Our beneficiaries are persons with speech and hearing disabilities and persons with locomotor disabilities between the age of 18-28 years who have completed their SSC/ SSLC. They come from low-income communities whose families are mostly engaged in the informal sector. We also train a small percentage of youths with low vision and other disabilities under the program. Our training programs provide the complete spectrum of skills in a very interactive and easy-to-learn manner with a focus on three key skills - Life Skills, English Language Skills, and Retail Specific Skills. The youth is also provided exposure by visiting Malls covering various formats of retail – QSR, Hypermarket, Supermarket, Apparel store, Luxury store, etc. On the completion of the training programs, retail organizations are invited to evaluate and interview candidates for placements. The Programs aim to achieve a minimum of 70% placement for the trainees under the program. Since its inception in 2011, the program has been instrumental in creating livelihood for people with disabilities in the retail sector. Over 15000 Persons with Disabilities (PwDs) have been trained and employed in the retail industry under this program with over 500 retailers taking benefit of the same. 
 The initiative aims to create capability and capacity to provide training and sustainable livelihood for 10,000 PwDs annually through our centers all over India by 2022.<ol><li>The impact of gainful employment is felt by the PwDs on his/her economic status, and softer aspects like confidence, attitude, reliability, etc.</li><li>Sensitize the retail industry fraternity to generate employment opportunities for PwDs </li><li>The Funds raised under this Crowd fundraiser with Train 250 Persons With Disabilities at our Centers</li></ol>

Pankh - Wings of Destiny

In India there are ~2.7 Cr PwDs in India, and the heart-wrenching truth is that their employability is less than 1%. This problem stems from various reasons, 2 of them being:<ol><li>Lack of access to skilling/training</li><li>Lack of employment opportunities in local areas – 69% of PwDs reside in rural areas. Migration is not a  choice. Accessibility issues hinder it further .</li><li>Ignorance &amp; mindset of family, communities &amp; organizations hinders creating livelihoods as they don’t consider them to be productive members of society.</li></ol>If these problems persist the outcome can be dire. It could result in:<ol><li>Increase in unemployment rate</li><li>Further isolation of communities that otherwise live in a non inclusive society</li></ol> 
 In 2011, we took a deep dive into the dire situation between the employment gap for Persons with Disabilities and the retail sector's potential of bridging the gap. The retail sector is one of the largest sectors of the Indian economy and while it’s growing at an impressive rate, it also faces challenges related to inadequate manpower and higher attrition rates. On the other hand, the Persons with Disabilities statistics in India shows us that there is a huge untapped talent pool Understanding this, we can align them coherently and support the livelihoods of Persons with Disabilities and empower them to stand tall against society’s stigmas, and help create a more inclusive retail industry. With this thought in mind, the Pankh - Wings of Destiny program was born with the aim to create livelihood opportunities for Persons with Disabilities.  By creating livelihood opportunities for them, Pankh operates with the earnest goal of empowering them to live a life of pride and dignity. The program has successfully extended a helping hand to individuals with Speech and Hearing Impairment, Locomotive Disability, Visual Impairment and Learning Disability.  
 Since its inception, Pankh has created an impact on the lives of more than 22,500 Persons with Disabilities, and our dream is to impact thousands more. With Pankh we have been able to create an impact in our beneficiaries lives by providing skilling, helping them become financially independent, better themselves, develop their personalities and improve their communication skills.Impact StoryN Lahari, a 21-year-old from Lankipalli village, Chittoor district, is a bright young girl who is visually impaired. Her father works as a carpenter, and for the longest time was the only earning member of the family.Lahari knew how hard her father worked and wanted to ease his burden by supporting her family financially. However, the journey wasn't easy, she was rejected by a lot of firms due to her poor communication skills and knowledge. “I was tired of being rejected by everyone. I was scared to reach out to people for a job fearing that they would reject me. Because of this, my father started to search for a guy for my marriage and I was taken aback. I wanted to work and help him!”We met her family, during our mobilisation drive and counseled them about the program. She worked hard to improve her skills, thereby managing to outshine her shortcomings. After completing her training, she was able to secure a job with the Aditya Birla Group.A true hero in her very own right, her will to learn and grow ignited the new light of hope! When asked about her experience, she says: “After I started this job, I’m more disciplined, outgoing and my priorities have changed. I want to continue to work and provide for my family. My parents are very supportive of me, especially my mom. When I got my first salary, I gave it to her. I still remember the smile on her face, it was an amazing feeling.”Her joy spread to her parents as well. Her father, N Surendra Naidu says: “I am so proud of my daughter. I never imagined her working and becoming independent. My wife and I are so happy with what she has accomplished.”