Help Change a Child’s Life with SERUDS – An NGO for Children in India
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Donate for Underprivileged Children
Our Mission for Children’s Welfare
Our child welfare programs are designed to provide care, education, and emotional support. SERUDS aims to break the cycle of poverty through long-term support and opportunities for children to thrive
Key Programs for Children at SERUDS
- Joy Home Orphanage: A loving home for 60 orphaned and abandoned children, offering shelter, healthy food, medical care, and quality education.
- Daycare Centers for Children: We run 3 crèches that care for toddlers and young children of daily wage laborers. These centers provide a safe, nurturing environment with meals, hygiene, and learning activities.
- Education Sponsorship: We identify talented students from low-income families and sponsor their schooling in reputable private schools, covering tuition, uniforms, and study materials.
- Education Kits for Girls: To promote education among slum-dwelling girls, we distribute school supply kits to over 500 students (Classes V–X) in government schools each year.
Why Your Support Matters
Children from economically disadvantaged families in India face a myriad of challenges, including:
- Malnutrition
- High dropout rates from school
- Involvement in street life and petty crime
- Exploitation through child labor
- Early marriage and its associated health risks
- Abuse and substance misuse
- Illness, leading to alarming mortality rates
By sponsoring a child, you’re giving them the tools and hope for a brighter future.
Discover How You Can Extend a Helping Hand
Sponsor a Child's Education
Donate for Joy Home Orphanage
Donate for an Orphan Child
Donate for Child Daycare Center
FAQ on Child Sponsorship
- Q1. How does child sponsorship work with SERUDS?
- When you sponsor, your donation supports a child’s school fees, books, uniforms, nutrition, and healthcare. You also help provide mentoring and a safe environment for growth.
- Q2. Can I choose the child I want to sponsor?
- Yes. You can select from individual child profiles on our website, or let SERUDS allocate your sponsorship to a child most in need.
- Q3. How much does it cost to sponsor a child’s education?
- Sponsorship typically starts at ₹800 per month (or equivalent in USD for international donors). You may choose monthly, quarterly, or yearly support.
- Q4. Will I get a tax exemption certificate?
- Yes. All Indian donors receive an 80G Income Tax exemption receipt instantly by email. International donors also receive receipts for their records.
- Q5. Can I communicate with the sponsored child?
- Yes, sponsors receive updates, photos, and progress reports. For privacy and safety, direct contact is moderated by SERUDS staff.
Additionally, explore these pages to make a meaningful impact:
Make a heartfelt contribution to support our overarching mission of empowering orphaned and underprivileged children across India.
Discover a curated list of essential items required by orphanages, enabling you to make a targeted contribution that fulfills their needs
India is home to approximately 31 million orphaned and abandoned children, but only about 370,000 of these children reside in over 9,500 Child Care Institutions (CCIs).