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Since 1996 · Tamil Nadu, India

Support READ

A helping hand, held steady.

Your contribution helps READ provide shelter, food, care and medicines to elders and women who need them. Consistent support is what makes a home reliable.

Registered society, Tamil Nadu · NITI Aayog registered · MSJ&E supported

A caregiver with a resident at the READ home

Where your money goes

Small gifts, put to careful use.

Every contribution is directed to the daily needs of the people we serve. These examples show the kinds of care your support makes possible.

No online payment is taken on this site

Meals at the home

Helps provide fresh, nutritious meals for a resident through the week.

Shakti Sadan essentials

Contributes to personal care supplies and everyday needs at the women's home.

Health & physiotherapy

Helps with medical care, physiotherapy and mobility support for residents.

To make a bank transfer or discuss a regular gift, please contact us at readngoars@gmail.com or 99448 98995. We will share the appropriate details directly.

Pledge your support

Tell us how you would like to help. We will contact you to confirm the details.

We never collect card or bank login details on this website.

Transparency

A gift is also a trust.

We take that trust seriously. Here is how we try to be accountable to the people who support us.

Care first

Donations support food, medicines, care supplies and the upkeep of our homes.

An open door

Donors are welcome to visit by appointment and see how the homes are run.

Annual reporting

Our reports summarise the year's work and the support received.

Questions

Before you give.

If your question is not answered here, please contact the office. We would rather answer it than leave you unsure.

Ask a question
Can I sponsor a specific need?

Yes, we welcome conversations about sponsoring meals, medical support or a specific programme. Please contact us to discuss.

Can I visit Shakti Sadan?

Shakti Sadan is a private residence for women. Visits are arranged only with prior permission so that residents' safety and privacy are protected.

Do you provide receipts?

Please contact us before donating if you need a receipt or tax documentation. We will confirm what is available.

Thank you

However you choose to help, it reaches a real person on a real day.

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