The MMF has collaborated with a Bapatla-based non-profit in India, ‘Yes to Needy’, to aid women establish a self-sustaining income source. As a part of this initiative, the MMF will work with ‘Yes to Needy’ and provide financial support for 25 women to procure each a sewing machine, a stool, and an initial supply kit consisting of scissors, needle and thread spools so they can set up their own home-based business. The MMF’s support will account for 85% of the capital needed to accomplish the project. The Yes to Needy organization will cover the remaining costs in organizing and coordinating a 3-month training course to these women.
Cost of the project: Rs. 1,81,000/- (roughly USD 2,500)
The Yes to Needy organization has provided sewing machine and training support for about a dozen women. The MMF has agreed to lend a hand in a more ambitious project by procuring equipment for 25 women. As the pictures on this page indicate, these women come from very low-income groups that currently do not have a financial support system. The hope is that the MMF will provide a baseline sustenance for these women to provide for their families.
The Yes to Needy organization has provided sewing machine and training support for about a dozen women. The MMF has agreed to lend a hand in a more ambitious project by procuring equipment for 25 women. As the pictures on this page indicate, these women come from very low-income groups that currently do not have a financial support system. The hope is that the MMF will provide a baseline sustenance for these women to provide for their families.
Donations in India (preferred)
We prefer taking donations in Indian currency due to various logistical challenges. If interested to fund wholly or partially, please wire money to:
Bank Name: HDFC Bank, Gudivada Branch
Account Name: Manaloni Manishi Society
IFSC Code: HDFC0001986
Account No: 59199160677289
India: +91 91606 77289
Email: admin@manalonimanishi.org
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Donations in the USA
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