Responding to the Crisis
The COVID-19 pandemic presented unprecedented challenges, but with the support of our donors and volunteers, we rose to the occasion. Our relief efforts touched thousands of lives across Mumbai's most vulnerable communities.
Food distribution in Dharavi slums during lockdown
Grocery kit distribution in Kamathipura
Food Distribution Efforts
We distributed over 550 meals daily in Dharavi and Worli areas, ensuring that families didn't go hungry during the lockdown. Our 72-day sustained effort provided consistent support to those in need.
- 72 consecutive days of food distribution
- 550+ meals distributed daily
- 1,200+ families supported in Kamathipura
- 1,213 grocery kits distributed across Mumbai
Medical Support Initiatives
From arranging life-saving heart surgeries to facilitating Remdesivir injections during severe shortages, we provided critical medical support.
- Life-saving heart surgery for Ganesh Masam (₹4.5L value)
- Cleft palate surgery for 8-year-old Muhammad Shifan (₹60,000)
- Emergency Remdesivir supply during nationwide shortage
- Free ambulance and cab services for COVID patients
- ₹90,000 discount negotiated on hospital bills
Support for Vulnerable Communities
We specifically focused on supporting sex worker families in Kamathipura, providing essential supplies to 1,200 families:
- Grocery kits with 15-25 days of supplies
- Sanitary pads and hygiene products
- Sanitizers and immunity boosters
- Emergency financial assistance
Special Interventions
Our volunteers went above and beyond, including performing dignified last rites for a COVID-positive suicide victim when her own family refused, and arranging emergency hospital admissions for critical patients.
Recognition
Our efforts were recognized with:
- COVID Warrior Award by DYD Group (2021)
- Mountain Man Award by Bihar Samaj, Abu Dhabi (2020)
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all 71+ donors and countless volunteers who made this possible.