Orphans in India
Did you know that India has over 30 million (300 lakhs) orphaned and abandoned children, constituting nearly 4% of the youth population.
Of these 30 million children, only 1.5% or 470,000 children are in institutionalized care. The rest are ‘street children’, seen wandering on the streets, vulnerable to abuse and trafficking. There are less than 10,000 registered Child Care Institutions (CCIs).
Who are defined as Orphans?
In India, this definition also includes “abandoned” and “surrendered” children:
Abandoned Children: Those deserted by their parents or guardians without any regard for their care.
Surrendered Children: Those relinquished to CCIs or adoption agencies due to circumstances like financial hardship or social pressures.
The Story of SERUDS Orphanage
Since 2012, SERUDS has been a sanctuary for children in need. Starting with just five children, our home has grown to care for 25 girls and 35 boys across a three-floor facility.
A Safe and Loving Environment
- Comprehensive Care: We provide care, support, and protection for 50 orphaned and street children, supported by six caretakers and one teacher.
- Nutritious Meals: Children enjoy three wholesome meals daily to ensure healthy development.
- Education for a Better Future: All children attend school, progressing from Class I to XII. They also receive a set of books and four uniforms each year.
- Recreation and Hobbies: Indoor and outdoor play facilities and training in crafts and hobbies promote physical and mental growth.
- Digital Literacy: Computer training prepares children for a tech-driven world.
- Medical Care: A dedicated doctor ensures the health and well-being of all children.
Support SERUDS Orphanage
How You Can Help
SERUDS operates solely through contributions from generous individuals.
Ways to Help
- Sponsor a Child:
- With INR 38,000 ($460), you can sponsor a child for an entire year, or Rs 3200 per month, for education and living expenses.
- Celebrate your special occasions with the children and bring joy into their lives.
- Donate:
- Your financial contributions, big or small, directly impact the lives of these children, helping them access better opportunities.
- Spread the Word:
- Share SERUDS’ mission with your friends and family to inspire more people to support this cause.
SERUDS Children’s Home is a registered Child Care Institution (CCI), ensuring transparency and accountability in our operations.
SERUDS isn’t just an orphanage—it’s a home where children heal, grow, and find hope for a brighter future.
Donate for Orphans in India
1. Donate only to a Registered Orphanage :
When you search online for how to help orphans in India, you will find orphanages seeking donations. However, it may be hard to verify how your donations are being used or how well children at these institutions are treated.
Although it is mandatory for all childcare institutes to be registered under the Juvenile Justice Act, a large number of childcare institutes are not registered. The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) data show there are 7466 registered Child Care Institutes (CCI) in India. But if unregistered ones are included in the basket, there are around 10,000 such child homes. Children in the unregistered institutions are vulnerable to poor care, physical and sexual abuse, and trafficking.
Select a registered CCI. You can also donate on crowdfunding platforms like Milaap, GiveIndia.org or GlobalGiving.org, which conduct due diligence before listing a charity cause.
2. Click on your preferred Cause to support Orphans:
NGOs and various crowdfunding sites have various causes to donate such as ‘sponsor education’, ‘sponsor a child’, ‘nutritious food for orphans’ . Whichever cause you select to donate, your money is spent for the same cause. This is actually a smart way of donating to NGO when there’s some specific cause you want to support. Click to know SERUDS Causes for orphans
3. Payment Security:
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Since today’s technology has made donating to NGO simpler and secure, donors can now donate with the easy 3 step procedure as described above.