Newsletter : Issue No. 43 · July to Dec. 2014 …...Mr. Amrat Panchal Mrs. Smita Maniar – Deputy Director Special Invitee Mr. Shivinder Singh Chawla – Chair Corporate Social Responsibility

SAMBANDHSAMBANDHNewsletter : Issue No. 43 · July to Dec. 2014

Annual Fund Raising Event 2014Annual Fund Raising Event 2014

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United Way of Baroda

United Way is a volunteer-led, non profit organization promoting community development through mobilization of resources by individual and corporate engagement. United Way through its extensive global network ensures a global impact on the lives of the less privileged around the world. United Way Worldwide has its presence in 41 countries and union territories with nearly 1,800 local United Ways. United Way of India is the national representative of United Way Worldwide Movement.

United Way of Baroda was the first local United Way set up in India in 1986. Over three decades, United Way of Baroda is supporting communities, local NGOs and government for sustainable improvement in quality of life of less privileged people in and around Gujarat.

United Way of Baroda focuses on three goals

J Health

J Education

J Livelihood Generation

United Way of Baroda envisions creating an enabling and sustainable environment for improved quality of life of less privileged people.

Vision

Mission

To serve as a catalyst by providing opportunity for optimal health, e d u c a t i o n a n d l i v e l i h o o d generation especially for the vulnerable and less privileged community in the city of Vadodara and Gujarat.

July to December 2014 Sambandh

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Table of Contents

Message from the Chairman 01

Board Members and Advisory Committees

Community Impact Projects with Affiliated NGOs

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Shree Vishnubhai Amin Orphan and Destitute Project 06

United Fusion Study Foundation Project 08

Gold Card Scheme 10

Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives 11

Annual Fund Raising Event 12

Celebration of the World Disability Day- Rangmanch 13

Events Attended 14

News from Affiliated NGOs 16

It gives me immense pleasure to share with you the 43rd issue of

our biannual magazine “Sambandh”. A lot has happened in the

past six months. With Sambandh, United Way of Baroda takes you

on a journey through the events, activities and programs that have

taken place for the betterment of our Vadodara city.

United Way of Baroda organized several activities and events

starting from Educational Kit Distribution for the neglected

orphans under the Shree Vishnubhai Amin Orphan and Destitute

Project; followed by Get-together of students and Road Show

under the United Fusion Study Foundation project. Annual Fund

Raising Event-Garba Mahotsav 2014 was undertaken for

supporting the local affiliated NGOs to promote sustainable

development of the poor and vulnerable community. Various

other events like Rangmanch-showcasing the talent of the

differently abled and Christmas day celebrations with the orphan

and destitute children were also undertaken during this period.

We share with you glimpses of the efforts put in by United Way of

Baroda - the Board members, Advisory Committee members,

affiliated NGOs, Volunteers and Staff members for the less

privileged people. It is due to the enthusiasm and support of our

Donors, we are able to provide for the optimal health, education

and livelihood development of the economically poor and

vulnerable section of the society.

Shivinder Singh ChawlaChairman

Message from the Chairman


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Board of Governors

Community Impact Committee

Mr. Shivinder Singh Chawla – Chair Mr. Rakesh Agrawal – Vice-Chair

Mr. Paresh Saraiya –Treasurer

Mr. Minesh Patel – Chair,Resource Development Committee

Mr. Yogendra Gangwal – Chair,Public Education Committee

Mr. Kunjal Patel – Chair,Corporate Social Responsibility Committee

Mrs. Pritty Patel – Chair,Community Impact Committee

Mr. Amit Goradia – Trustee

Mr. Mahendra Vyas – Trustee

Mr. Atul Patel – Trustee

Mr. Bharat Patel – Trustee

Dr. Viren Patel – Permanent Invitee

Mr. Samir Parikh – Trustee

Mr. Jal Patel – Permanent Invitee

Mr. Pinakin Shah – Trustee

Mr. Hemant Shah – Trustee

Ms. Pritty Patel – Chair

Mr. Atul Patel

Dr. Mrugank Merchant

Mr. Sameer Khera

Mr. Samir Parikh

Dr. Shamita Amin

Mr. Amrat Panchal

Mrs. Smita Maniar – Deputy Director

Special Invitee

Mr. Shivinder Singh Chawla – Chair

Corporate Social Responsibility Committee

Mr. Kunjal Patel – Chair

Mr. Hemant Shah

Special Invitees


Mr. Pinakin Shah

Mrs. Smita Maniar – Deputy Director

Mr. Amit Goradia

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Resource Development Committee

Mr. Minesh Patel – Chair

Mr. Pinakin Shah

Mrs. Neela Desai

Mr. Dhaval Patel

Mr. Pankaj Choksi

Mr. Ravi Jain

Mr. Abhishek Gangwal

Mr. Manoj Patel

Mr. Raghuvir Devidayal

Dr. Darshan Banker

Mr. Mitul Patel

Mr. Ankit Shah

Special Invitees


Mr. Atul Patel

Mr. Hemant Shah – Vice-Chair

Mrs. Geeta Goradia

Mrs. Anuradha Gupta

Mrs. Tinoo Chawla

Mr. Ashit Amin

Mr. Tarak Patel

Mr. Amit Nagarsheth

Mr. Subir Goradia

Mr. Niral Patel

Mrs. Avni Patel

Mr. Kashyap Parikh

Mrs. Smita Maniar- Deputy Director

Mr. Yogendra Gangwal

Mr. Amit Goradia

Public Education Committee

Mr. Yogendra Gangwal – Chair Mrs. Smita Maniar – Deputy Director


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Community Impact Projects with Affiliated NGOs

United Way of Baroda strives to meet the needs of the vulnerable sections of the society of our city. We collaborate with local non-governmental organizations to provide medical aid, educational and other support for the economically poor and vulnerable people. The funds generated through the Annual Fund Raising Event are allocated to these local NGOs for the welfare of these vulnerable communities. The details of the local NGOs undertaking impactful projects that were supported this year are given below.

Total Funds DisbursedRs. 16,283,497/-

NGO

Medical Care Centre Trust

Project Details

Upgradation of Neonatal Care Unit

Amounts inLacs (Rs.)

6.00

Medical Care Centre Trust

Hari Om Seva Trust

Complete treatment of children sufferingfrom cancer

Medical Aid for needy patients

15.00

7.40

Hari Om Seva Trust

India Renal Foundation

Balaji Khadi Gramodyog VikasSangh Baroda Citizens Council

Age Care Federation

Knee and Hip replacement for the 31 poorelderly

Regular dialysis of Kidney patients

Breast cancer awareness among 1000 womenand young girls

Adoption of 20 Anganwadis covering morethan 1200 children

Health care for elderly

20.41

5.00

0.10

16.97

0.15

Medical Relief

Support Differentlyabled / Vulnerable

Support Differentlyabled / Vulnerable

18%18%

Medical Relief

58%Educational

Support

24%

Snap Shot of Community Impact Projects Funded In 2014-15

NPSS Schools Installation of R.O. and Water Cooler for provisionof safe and cool drinking water to 4000 children

4.67

Senior Citizen Association(L.B.S.)

Health and Nutrition related activities forthe vulnerable children.

0.30


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28.60

Support for self employment to 146 physicallychallenged persons

10.00V- One Society

Jammu and KashmirDisaster Relief Fund

Relief and rehabilitation support 5.00

Rehabilitation of 100 street children andvocational training of 200 youth

3.20Jagruti Samaj Seva Mandal Trust

Disha Charitable Trust 5.00

Shreshth Jan Pariwar TrustEducational tours for students ofmunicipal corporation schools

0.30

Quality school education for 400 urbanand rural children

24.14Baroda Citizens Council

Akshar TrustEducational and welfare activities of Hearingimpaired children

0.25

Sindhu Sevak Sangh Installation of Haemodialysis machines forHepatitis B, C and HIV Patients.

17.25

94.24

Special Disease Treatment of special disease- Bone MarrowTransplant of a child

1.00

NGO Project DetailsAmounts in

Lacs (Rs.)

Educational Support for Economically Poor

Overall development of 55 mentallychallenged children

5.00Asha Special Education Center

Developing reading habits of 500municipal corporation school children

39.99

0.30Zankar Kala Kendra

Vadodara Traffic EducationTrust

Supporting for traffic control 10.00

NGO Project DetailsAmounts in

Lacs (Rs.)

Support to Differently Abled and Vulnerable

Vocational training and rehabilitation programfor children having intellectual disability.

5.40Arpan Charitable Trust


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Music, Dance and Art therapy for mentallychallenged children and comprehensivecare for them.

Shree Vishnubhai Amin Orphan and Destitute Project

Educational and overall developmental support to the orphan and destitute children is provided

through the generous donation from Late Shree Vishnubhai Amin, a philanthropist. The aim of the

project is to facilitate completion of primary education and overall development of these

vulnerable children of Vadodara city.

Educational Kit Distribution Ceremony

Educational kit distribution to the vulnerable children is one of the major events under this project.

The kit comprises of text books, note books, stationary items, water bag, lunchbox, shoes and

raincoat. A total of 467 children identified from municipal schools and local non-governmental

organizations were provided these kits. The educational kit distribution program took place on 8th

August, 2014 at the Lions Hall, Gadapura Road, Vadodara. More than 300 participants including

school children, Cluster Resource Coordinators (CRCs), NGO representatives and Nagar Prathmik

Shikshan Samiti (NPSS) staff members were present.

The program was graced by Shri Balkrishna Shukla, Ex-MP Vadodara; Shri Hitendrabhai Patel,

Chairman, Standing Committee, VMSS; Shri Keyur Rokadia, Chairman, NPSS and Dr. Devesh

Patel, Chief Medical Officer, VMSS. Mr. Shivinder Singh Chawla, Chairman; Mr. Hemant Shah,

Ms. Pritty Patel, Trustees and Ms. Smita Maniar, Deputy Director of United Way of Baroda were also

present. After the inauguration of the program and a prayer dance by the girls from the municipal

schools, the kits were distributed to the children. Shri Keyur Rokadia shared his feelings for the

project. Shri Hitendrabhai Patel in his speech praised the organization for carrying out the project

meticulously since many years. Shri Balkrishna Shukla delivered a motivational speech and

showered his blessings on the children. A token of appreciation was given to all 16 CRCs for their co-

operation in supporting the activity. The program ended with games and refreshments for the

children present.


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Wishing trees have been a part of various traditions, from

Hindus tying threads on a tree with a hope of their wishes

being fulfilled or tying knots on trees of temple courtyards

by Japanese. Taking inspiration from various customs and

traditions, Wish Tree event was organized aimed at fulfilling

wishes of the orphan and destitute children within our

community who seldom have the pleasure of receiving gifts.

Two orphanages, Bal Gokulum and Don Bosco Snehalaya

were approached and Christmas or Wishing tree was put up

in each orphanage. The children were asked to pen their

wishes on a piece of paper and hang it on the tree. Gifts were

bought according to their wishes and then distributed. The

wish list of the children included items such as Cream, Hair

Oil, Shampoo, Watches and various other items for their

daily needs.

The celebration was organized on 29th and 30th December

2014. The children of the orphanage, the staff and the team

of United Way of Baroda along with volunteers were a part of

this celebration. Recreational games were played and the

winners were given prizes. Light refreshments were also

given to them. The children were happily surprised when

they were distributed the gifts that they had wished for.

Christmas Celebration


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United Fusion Study Foundation Project

Road Show

United Way of Baroda with support of Philanthropists, Mr. Roelf and Mrs. Fenny Van Der Wijk, is providing the less privileged young aspirants an opportunity for graduation and post graduation to carve a better future for themselves. The bright young minds are provided interest free loans so that they can achieve their dreams. Students are selected after an exhaustive selection process so that the most needy and bright students are benefited. The students who receive this scholarship also receive continuous mentoring support till they complete their education. Apart from alleviating the education level the project improves the economical and social status of the students and their families. At present, a total of 309 students have been supported under the project.

The Road Show is an event for awareness generation to make the project more visible and reach out to maximum students of Gujarat. The Road Show has covered 12 districts of Gujarat since 2010. Each year with an aim of supporting as many dreams as possible a new district is selected.

This year, the most interior areas of Kutch District were selected for the Road Show. Kutch District is geographically largest district with 969 villages. Total six areas namely Lakhpat, Nakhtrana, Abdasa, Mandvi, Mundra and Bhuj were covered. Ms. Linda Van Der Wijk, Director of Stitching Fusion Study Foundation from Netherlands also joined the Road Show to sensitize and motivate school children for further studies. The show was conducted from 8th to 12th December’2014. A total of 38 schools covering 6450 students and 179 teachers of Commerce, Science and Arts stream were reached. The response of school principals and teachers was very good. A meeting with Education Inspector, D.S. Gor and other officers of Education Department of Kutch District was conducted to share details of the project.


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Students Get-Together

A get-together is organized twice a year for the students of United Fusion Study Foundation. It gives

a platform to the students to share their personal, academic and professional experiences. The

junior students get motivated and are guided by the wonderful experiences shared by their seniors.

The seniors too get an opportunity to walk down the memory lane. This year, the get-together was

organized on the 6th of July where 125 students were present.

A session on Personality Development and Time Management was arranged to groom these

children. Mrs. Tinoo Chawla, our Resource Development Committee member, led the session on

Personality Development. Ms. Linda Van Der Wijk, Director of Stitching Fusion Study Foundation,

revived everyone with an ice breaking session by swaying everyone on the tunes of “The Cup Song”.

This session was followed by a session on Time Management by her to optimize their productivity.

Mr. Shivinder Singh Chawla, our chairman, shared how the project came into existence. An

inspirational video by Mr. Roelf Van Der Wijk was aired where he shared his feelings for the project

and the reason for supporting the project. Mrs. Fenny Van Der Wijk graced the occasion with her

presence and a motivational speech. Laptops were distributed to 32 students as per their course

requirement.


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Gold Card Scheme – Golden Services at your doorstep

Senior Citizens possess a vast experience in different walks of life. Their contribution in guiding the youth and children is invaluable. Our society should support them in living a dignified life. United Way of Baroda’s Gold Card Scheme is supporting them for spending the rest of the life hassle free and in peace. Standing for long hours in never-ending queues to pay bills and seeking out appointments for their deteriorating health related concerns at hospitals makes the life of senior citizens difficult, particularly those who live by themselves and have no one to run errands. To address these needs of the elderly, a golden thought for the aged, a scheme called the “Gold Card” was launched by United Way of Baroda. Currently, 662 senior citizens are availing the services under this project. The following services are provided:

Services Provided

Every month 2-3 bills of their choice (telephone, electricity, and gas) collected remitted and the receipt is returned

Service of a plumber, electrician and T.V technician at their door step once a month throughout the year

Household Related Services

Home visit by a trained nurse twice a year

General health checkup once a year at reputed multi-speciality hospitals

Health Related Services

A Step Ahead For T heBetter Life With

Dignity And Comfort


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Corporate Social Responsibility Initiatives

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is the continuing commitment by businesses towards

community development. KOCH-GLITSCH industries are one of the biggest industries of America

and have its existence since 1940. It has its presence in 60 countries and one of its branches is

located in Savli area of Vadodara. Since decades, KOCK-GLITSCH industries have supported

education and social progress as part of their responsibility towards the society. This year the local

company, KOCH Chemical Technology Group India Private Limited, joined hands with United

Way of Baroda to undertake CSR activity in Vadodara. Two projects were supported under the CSR

partnership.

¥ Knee and Hip Replacement Surgeries for Needy Patients

¥ R.O. and Water Cooler Installation at Municipal Corporation Schools

Knee or Hip replacement surgery is the only option for

persons suffering from osteoarthritis. Nine needy

individuals suffering from knee or hip problems were

supported under this project. These persons were

provided implants for the surgeries undertaken at Sir

Sayajirao General Hospital and also supported for their

physiotherapy sessions. The surgery and regular exercise

enabled them to function normally without any physical

handicap. To ensure a healthy recovery the staff of United

Way of Baroda has monitored the project minutely

through regular home visits to patients and follow ups with the doctor and physiotherapists. All the

patients have recovered and have resumed their respective work with ease due to the support from

KOCH-GLITSCH of INR 458,903.

Safe drinking water is the basic need of every individual.

The children studying in municipal corporation schools

are most vulnerable to water borne diseases. A total of 16

schools were supported under the project wherein Reverse

Osmosis systems and Water Coolers were installed. The

facility was provided to 15 municipal corporation schools

in Vadodara city and one school in Savli. United Way of

Baroda’s staff monitored the installation work. Awareness

generation programs were also conducted in all the schools

on importance of safe drinking water and to motivate the

children to avoid wastage and maintain the systems. Through KOCH-GLITSCH’s support of INR

1,391,040 now more than 12,000 children and staff of 16 schools have access to safe and cool

drinking water.


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Annual Fund Raising Event

United Way of Baroda has set a benchmark for itself to excel every year by blending the favorite traditional festival of Gujarat with fund raising for the less privileged sections of the society. The Annual Fund Raising Event-Garba Mahotsav is the most awaited one stop destination not only for all the Garba lovers but for all those who want to experience the vibrant and musical nine nights. The funds generated are disbursed to our affiliated NGOs for implementing projects and programs for the economically poor and vulnerable sections of the society. Every year unique features are added to the event. This year the Garba took place from 25 September– 3 October. The salient features of the event are highlighted below.

¤Complete online registration with a new user friendly e-format for player’s passes, separate for girls and boys

¤Option available for home delivery of player passes

¤The ground enlightened using Light - emitting diode (LED), an environment friendly power saving initiative

¤Beautiful Parrot theme for the decoration of the ground

¤A Stadium type seating arrangement ensuring a perfect view to each spectator

¤Multi Cuisine food stalls of reputed restaurants and franchisee offered

¤Complete security ensured through metal detectors, CCTV cameras and 250+ male and female security personnel and bouncers

Our Lead Singer, Shri Atulbhai Purohit, recipient of Gujarat Gaurav Puraskaar, casted a spell on the spectators and the players with his melodious voice. The event was a huge success because of the hard work and team spirit of all our Resource Development Committee Members, Board Members, Volunteers, and Staff of United Way of Baroda.


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Thank you donors for making lives better of the less privileged.Your contribution counts.

Celebration of World Disability Day- Rangmanch

Every year 3rd of December is celebrated as International Day of Disabled Persons by the United Nations since 1992. This day is greatly emphasized to promote awareness about people with disabilities as well as to encourage them. Observing and celebrating such days promote elimination of social stigma towards them. United Way of Baroda celebrates this day with our annual event entitled “Rangmanch”.

Rangmanch is our unique endeavour to empower the differently abled and recognize their talents. The cultural program for this vulnerable group was held on 5th December 2014, at Mahatma Gandhi Gruh. About 80 specially challenged children and youth from 16 local NGOs working in disability sector participated and performed with a viewership of around 200 people. Their talents were portrayed in form of singing, playing musical instruments, through various forms of dancing and acting. Shri Keyur Rokadia, NPSS Chairman was the chief guest for the event. Mr. Shivinder Singh Chawla, Chair; Mr. Yogendra Gangwal, Chair, Public Education Committee, Mr. Amit Goradia, Trustee, Mr. Minesh Patel, Chair, Resource Development Committee and Mr. Pinakin Shah, Trustee of United Way of Baroda were present to encourage the differently abled children and youth. The credit behind the success of this event goes to the active participation of these children and the local NGOs working for their development. The talent showcased by these individuals left everyone present spellbound and at loss of words.


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Events Attended

One India United Way Network Workshop

United Way Worldwide (UWW) has its presence in 41

countries. United Way of India (UWI) is a part of this

worldwide movement having seven local chapters namely

Baroda, Bengaluru, Chennai, Delhi, Hyderabad, Kolkata

and Mumbai. United Ways play an important role in

bringing together individuals, companies and other non-

profit organizations to address pressing issues in their

respective communities. For strengthening the work and

plan out the impact strategy development programme,

UWI organized a three day workshop from 8th to 10th

October’2014 for the key staff members of all Local United

Ways. United Way of Baroda was represented by Deputy

Director, Mrs. Smita Maniar and Project Officer, Mrs.

Nilam Acharya. Mr. Rakesh Agrawal, Vice Chairman,

United Way of Baroda also participated along with the

Board members of other local chapters. The resource

persons shared their experiences on the following key

topics:

¥“Trust and Implications for Corporate Engagements” by Mr. Vicki Lins, Executive Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer, UWW.

¥“UWW Enterprise – Wide Strategy and Learning Map Experience” by Mr. Jose Ferrao, Executive Vice President of International Networks, UWW.

¥“United Way Trends and Key Strategies Around Fundraising and Marketing” by Ms. Sherrie Brach, Executive Vice President of Investors Relations, UWW.

Experiences were also shared by Board Members of UWI and local chapters. The three day workshop conducted by the resource persons from UWW proved to be a true opportunity to polish ones skill to undertake resource mobilization for impactful and holistic community development.

Yuvantas -A National Short Film Making Competition

United Way of Baroda was an associate partner at the national film festival “Yuvantas” organized by

Management Students Forum of the Faculty of Management Studies, Maharaja Sayajirao

University of Baroda. The event gives a platform to creative minds to portray and share stories on

topics related to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activities, youth empowerment and social

causes. It invites students, corporate and NGOs to showcase their work and promote community


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development. Mrs. Smita Maniar, Deputy Director,

United Way of Baroda was invited to be a part of the panel

of judges for the event. Each year the Management

Students Forum organizes one major event to promote

active industry-academic interaction giving the students

a practical dimension to their learning process. It also

inculcates team building, leadership qualities and

organizational skills essential for their professional life.

Inauguration of Seminar Hall

The Nagar Prathmik Shikshan Samiti (NPSS) had organized a ceremony to inaugurate the new fully equipped seminar hall “The Bhakt Kavi Narsi Mehta Hall” and took this opportunity to felicitate various donors providing educational facilities to the underprivileged children of Vadodara. This ceremony was organized on 1st October 2014 at the main NPSS office. Special Invitees like Smt. Ranjanben Bhatt, MP; Shri Bharatbhai Shah, Mayor, Vadodara and other dignitaries were present. United Way of Baroda promoted safe and cool drinking water by installation of five Reverse Osmosis and Water Cooling units in municipal corporation schools of Vadodara city. About 4000 children and staff now have access to safe and cool drinking water. The NPSS team recognized and appreciated the support by United Way of Baroda and felicitated our respected Community Impact Committee (CIC) Chair, Mrs. Pritty Patel and Deputy Director, Mrs. Smita Maniar.

Breast Cancer Awareness

Breast Cancer will be the leading cause of death worldwide in the years to come according to research studies. The statistical survey of Gujarat on breast cancer revealed 12% increase in the cancer from 2001 till 2013. United Way of Baroda supported the initiative to educate the women and young girls about the diseases that was organized by the Collegiate Women Development Cell (CWDC) of Balaji College of Computer Application. The programme was organized aimed at giving the participants knowledge regarding breast cancer from eminent healthcare professionals. The key resource persons were:

¥Dr. Jayesh Patel (Oncologist- Gujarat Cancer Society and Apollo Hospitals, Ahmedabad)

¥Dr. Aartiben J Patel (Gynecologist- Apollo Hospital, Ahmedabad)

They shared important information through audio visual presentation which was an eye opener for more than 1000 women and young girls present. Various dignitaries like Honorable Maharani Radhikaraje Gaekwad and many others were present to support the cause.


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Akshar Trust

Akshar Trust supports Early Detection and Intervention of hearing impaired children so that they make the best progress in language acquisition. A unique programme supported by United Way of Baroda during year 2013-14 was initiated at hospitals and Anganwadi centers. Under this programme till date 85 hearing impaired children have been identified and 33 children were provided hearing aids. The children tested positive in Brainstem Evoked Response Audiometry (BERA) test were continuously followed up for initiating their early intervention.

News from Affiliated NGOs

ARPAN Charitable Trust

ARPAN Charitable Trust along with United Way of Baroda aims to supports the differently abled in

various income generating activities. 32 young girls and boys with mild cognitive disability were

given training for Brooms and Incense sticks making to make them financially self reliant. These

activities and support provided to them have proved to be a boon and has helped them grow as

individuals. United Way of Baroda sponsors these training programs. Kirit is the emerging

sportsman; his achievement deserves to be shared.

Kirit Gohil has been one of the most regular and punctual students of ARPAN. The training at the trust has improved his communication skills, reading skills and mathematics. He can now carry out money transactions, recognize time and can do creative activities like cutting, drawing, crayoning, pasting, paper bag making and broom making. He also takes part in co-curricular activities like dance, sports and

drama. Kirit in 2013 participated in 5 kms cycling at Khel Mahakumbh and bagged a silver medal at state level cycling event. He now rides his bicycle to ARPAN everyday covering a distance of almost 7 kms from his home.


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ASHA Special Education Center

Even normal children are deprived of basic necessities like healthy food, education and care due to

poverty. For the mentally challenged children the situation is worse. They are neglected due to poor

understanding of their illness and financial condition of the family. ASHA Special Education

Center with United Way of Baroda strives for the welfare of these children, their nutrition,

education and social rehabilitation. The story reflects the same.

Jaydeep Bharatbhai Darbar is a twin born. The twins were

born in a rickshaw. Jaydeep was mentally challenged and

was underweight while the other sibling was healthy and fit.

His family was not in a situation to provide him with proper

nutritious food and the special care he needed. His father

had expired and his mother works as a maid. Jaydeep being

the weaker and special kid was not given proper attention as

compared to his brother. ASHA Special Education Trust

identified him, counseled his mother and admitted him in

their school. He was in dire need of proper nutrition which

was provided to him alongwith the therapies on a regular

basis. With the helping hand of United Way of Baroda,

Jaydeep is provided for and is taken care of by the multi

disciplinary team of ASHA. At present, he is a healthy child,

studying well and learning life skills gradually moving

towards social rehabilitation.

Baroda Citizens Council

Baroda Citizens Council (BCC) with United Way of Baroda supports the education of children of deceased police personnel under 'The Educational Sponsorship Scheme'. The children of these deceased police personnel are provided school fees, books and uniform to facilitate their schooling. Yash Anilbhai Damod is one such student supported under this project.


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Yash Anilbhai Damod is a 16 years old studying in Zenith school. His mother is a homemaker and his father was a police constable who lost his life on duty. He was the sole breadwinner of the family.It was very difficult for the family to accept the fact. They are currently permitted to stay in the police quarters for the duration of six months after which they will have to relocate themselves. Yash was identified and is being supported under this project so that he can continue his education. Despite of facing all these difficulties at such a young age, Yash is achieving success in his academics under the educational sponsorship scheme. He dreams and aspires to become a doctor someday and support his family. His mother is grateful about receiving the support for his education.

Ashok (name changed) is a bright boy studying in 4th std. in Vidyut Board Vidyalaya whose parents are combating HIV/AIDS. His parents worked as vegetable vendors to earn their living. Their ill health and deteriorating strength made them discontinue the business. Currently, his father is working at D-Mart and earning a fixed income of Rs.5000/- and his mother is a housewife. Ashok faces a lot of problems due to his parent's ill health. His parents had difficulty in managing funds for his education. The support from the SAVERA Educational project has helped for his continued education. Ashok is quite hard working and excels in his academics.

SAVERA- “Educational Sponsorship Programme” was initiated in Vadodara district with an objective to facilitate education of as many bright unprivileged children as possible, who are either engaged in child labour or not attending school due to financial constraints in both urban and rural areas. United Way of Baroda is supporting this project implemented by BCC. About 400 children are supported under this project. The fees distribution ceremony of the SAVERA project rural was graced by our trustee, Mr. Atul Patel. He encouraged the 200 children by his motivational words. Shared here is a heart touching story of a young boy supported under this project.

Gujarat Raktapitt Nivaran Seva Sangh

The organization works for the people affected with leprosy. These people live a life of isolation and negligence due to the disease. The organization supports such people by accepting them where they get a shelter, food and earn a livelihood at the same time.


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Manjulaben is 45 years old lady affected with leprosy. She never went to school and got married at the age of 14 years. When Manjulaben became affected she registered with the organization. Gradually, she got involved in the social service of the organization for the mentally challenged women like candle making, incense sticks making, chalk-stick, door mat making etc. She coordinates these activities and earns a wage. She recently got the best employee award and was rewarded Rs.5000/- by Gujarat Labor and Employment Department.

Manjulaben says that she is happy to be a part of the organization. In the organization, she feels safe and is not answerable about her physical changes due to the disease. Manjulaben has secured her daughter’s education and marriage apart from supporting herself.

Jagruti Samaj Seva Mandal Trust

The trust runs a shelter home - Snehalaya for the orphans, destitute and street children. Besides homely care, academics, extracurricular activities and skill development of these children their overall development is also taken care of. This year the trust organized an outreach sensitization workshop for creating community awareness on child rights and livelihood for the youth. Capacity building and sensitization of the community stakeholders regarding the rehabilitation of these vulnerable children was undertaken. Our Deputy Director, Mrs. Smita Maniar was present to support this awareness drive and motivate the team.

Kashiba Gordhan Patel Hospital

United Way of Baroda has supported Kashiba Children Hospital with funds towards medical aid for the underprivileged children. This year 34 blood donation camps were organized from which 2158 units of blood were collected and given free of charge for 1437 children suffering from Thalassemia, Sickle Cell Anemia and Haemophilia. On World Volunteer Blood Donation Day, the regular blood donors were felicitated by our treasurer Mr. Paresh Saraiya. Famous cricketer, Yusuf Pathan, was invited as the guest of honour. Shared here is a story of a girl suffering from Thalassemia.


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A girl (name not disclosed) was diagnosed with Thalassemia major at six months of age. Both

parents had Thalassemia minor diagnosed retrospectively. She has been receiving regular

blood transfusion (BT) from six months of age. Initially, blood transfusion requirement was

low (required BT every 2 - 2½ months) with age her BT requirement increased. Till date, she

has received approximately 120-130 blood transfusions. Her growth and development is

appropriate as per her age. Scholastic performance is good too. She scored 74% in the annual

examination. She enjoys a normal life due to the regular blood transfusions.

Mook Badhir Mandal

Mook Badhir Mandal has created a platform of learning, sharing and empowerment for hearing impaired individuals. It has transformed lives of many deaf people by facilitating employment and providing vocational training to them. Mook Badhir Mandal is built on four pillars: boosting education in Indian Sign Language, promoting sports, inculcating cultural and social spirit and building resource pool of talents. On these similar lines the internationally recognized work of Mr. Ankur Panchal and Mr. Vibhadra Rathod has been shared here.

Mr. Ankur Panchal and Mr. Vibhadra Rathod bagged the first prize for the best video editing for the film named “Revenge” in the 2nd Indian International Deaf Film Festival 2014 which was held at Kozhikode Kerala, from 5th to 7th July.

Shreshth Jan Parivar Trust – Senior Citizens Association

The organization works for educating the less privileged bright school children of municipal

corporation schools. These students are mentored by the senior citizens, tuition classes are also

conducted for these students as per their requirement. This year, educative sessions were

conducted on how to maintain good health-hygiene and healthy environment. Educational tour

was conducted to Kamatibaug zoo to have a better understanding of the various species of birds

and animals. They were also taken to planetarium to have a thorough understanding of the solar

system and planets. A trip to Science city, Ahmedabad was organized to give them a better

understanding of the science projects. The children got the practical exposure related to their

subjects and learned new things in a unique manner.


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Dental check up program was also conducted for these students to promote dental health and

hygiene. Tooth paste and tooth brush was also distributed for personal hygiene. Financial support

for these activities was provided by United Way of Baroda.

Society for the Training and Vocational Rehabilitation of the Disabled (SEVATIRTH)

SEVATIRTH is actively involved in the welfare of the persons with disabilities. The organization works for education, training and rehabilitating these vulnerable people. There is very high dropout rate of these differently abled students in schools and colleges not only due to financial constraints but also because they are the last priority in the family. This makes it difficult for them to procure complete education and earn a decent living. SEVATIRTH works for providing vocational training to such students to make them self-sufficient and promote income generation. The success story of Bharat shows the impact of the vocational training on the quality of his life.

Bharatkumar Bariya is a 25 years old physically challenged boy. He hails from Maldhar village of Chhotaudepur district. His father Bhailalbhai and younger brother are farm laborers and mother Ramilaben works at an Anganwadi. Bharat after his 12th grade has done the training of computer operator assistant under the Industrial Training Institute, Tarsali, Vadodara. This training was conducted by Gujarat Council of Vocational Training, Gandhinagar. Bharatkumar is 65% physically challenged, he was trained for 2 months at PANKH - the job placement vocational training at SEVATIRTH wherein he was taught communication and marketing skills. After this, he got placed at Reliance Mart. His manager is very happy and satisfied with his work.


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Vadil Visamo

Vadil Visamo has been undertaking projects and

activities on health, education and income generation

every year. Eight needy women were provided sewing

machines for earning livelihood. United Way of

Baroda has always supported Vadil Visamo in their

activities towards the vulnerable community of our

city. Vadil Visamo recognized the support on the 65th

anniversary of their organization. The senior citizens

association is working towards the betterment of the

vulnerable community since past two decades.

V-One Society

V-One Society works for the welfare of the differently abled persons with an objective to make them

self-reliant. A total of 146 differently abled persons were supported under the project “Self

Employment for Differently Abled” wherein ice box, sewing machine, closed hand cart, open hand

cart, carpentry tools and other such necessary material was distributed to support livelihood

generation activities. This has supported them to live independently. Out of the many success

stories, one of the success story is shared below.

Nathabhai Panchal hails from Sabarkantha and currently

resides in Vadodara. He has successfully completed his

education till 10th Grade and his family comprises of

three members. Due to an unattended fever and

negligence of proper care, his legs stopped functioning

now he can no longer lift his legs properly. He lost his job.

In the year 2013- 2014, he got associated with V-One

Society. V-One Society with support from United Way of

Baroda helped him earn his livelihood by providing him

with carpentry tools. Nathabhai now supports his family

by doing carpentry work at home and his financial


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RANGMANCHRANGMANCH

th9 Floor, Sidcup Tower, Race Course Circle, Vadodara – 390 007, Gujarat - India.Ph. : +91 265 6627715, 6627716, Fax: +91 265 2339298Email : [email protected] : www.unitedwayofbaroda.org

Shree Vishnubhai Amin Orphan and Destitute Project

Shree Vishnubhai Amin Orphan and Destitute Project is implemented since a decade owing to the generous donation by late Shree Vishnubhai Amin. More than 4000 Orphan and Destitute children of Vadodara city have been supported till date.

¤ Educational materials distributed

¤ Educational tours organized

¤ Quality health care and nutritional services provided

¤ Recreational activities undertaken

Documents

Newsletter : Issue No. 43 · July to Dec. 2014 …...Mr. Amrat Panchal Mrs. Smita Maniar – Deputy Director Special Invitee Mr. Shivinder Singh Chawla – Chair Corporate Social Responsibility