Before 2020: Over the past nine years, DivyaJyoti‘s accomplishments include: Examining over 775,000 OPD patients across base hospitals, diagnostic camps, and outreach centers. Performing over 85,000 eye surgeries to restore vision and improve eye health. Facilitating the academic progress of more than 50 visually impaired students. Establishing a state-of-the-art tertiary ...

Before 2020: Over the years, Joy of Helping has consistently backed SEF’s initiatives, including the construction of hospital facilities and the establishment of a new paediatric unit in Bihar in collaboration with Akhand Jyoti. 2020: During the Covid-19 crisis, Joy of Helping has actively participated in emergency funding efforts, providing ...

Akhand Jyoti Eye Hospital is a charitable organization dedicated to combating curable blindness in economically disadvantaged regions of Bihar. By delivering high-impact eye care services, the hospital aims to alleviate poverty and restore dignity to the lives of the less fortunate Joy of Helping has funded one vision center and ...

Before 2020: Our Impact in Lions Sight First Eye Hospital, Nairobi 2,500,000+ patients have been served by the hospital Lions Sight First Eye Hospital, founded in July 1997, has played a significant role in providing eye care services to communities in need. As of December 2019, the hospital has made ...

Notable achievements in the realm of education for children till 2020 include: Consistent annual growth in children’s enrollment in primary schools across 120 villages in our project area. Successful results from special coaching programs aimed at high school students, equipping them with the skills and knowledge they need. Supplementary education ...

Providing Essential Aid In response to critical situations in India and Kenya, we are delivering vital support: Food Packages, Blankets, and Mosquito Nets: In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and hunger crises, especially affecting children, we’re distributing food packages, blankets, and mosquito nets to prevent not only coronavirus-related issues ...

Joy of Helping received an appeal from an NGO in Nairobi, Kenya, to contribute towards relief efforts for flood victims who have lost everything. Our support aims to provide 1,200 food packages, 200 blankets, and 200 mosquito nets, primarily benefiting women and children. These mosquito nets are crucial for safeguarding ...

Joy of Helping has been supporting one of the Gynaecology camps since 2003. In seventeen years, Bhojay Trust was able to perform 850 such operations through our support. Rural women in Kutch had been suffering from prolapsed utters and large fibroids, particularly because they thought it was common after home ...

Joy of Helping has been participating in yearly camps since 1984, working alongside doctors, volunteers, and trustees in various capacities. Since 2000, they have been contributing a significant amount of money, both from family members and friends. They were responsible for managing, collecting, and donating a substantial sum annually to ...

One notable initiative focuses on empowering socially and economically disadvantaged women through the Women Empowerment Program. This program offers vocational skill-based training in various fields such as sewing, embroidery, catering, and beautician practice, empowering women to become self-reliant. Additionally, supplementary livelihood training is provided in areas like self-defense, gender equity, ...

Since 2016, Joy of Helping has been collaborating with YMC, providing funding and support. In 2016, with the help of families and friends, they donated two minibusses, and in 2018, they contributed a large school bus. Additionally, they conduct yearly visits to various schools in coastal areas to assess their ...

AYUDH Kenya in association with Amrita Centre Kenya (AMMA) Amrita Centre Kenya, part of the M.A. Math Charitable Trust, collaborates with AYUDH Kenya to support various projects aimed at improving the lives of communities in Kenya over the past decade. The Kenya Society for the Blind, in collaboration with The ...

Akhand Jyoti Eye Hospital is a charitable organization dedicated to combating curable blindness in economically disadvantaged regions of Bihar. By delivering high-impact eye care services, the hospital aims to alleviate poverty and restore dignity to the lives of the less fortunate Vision Centers: Joy of Helping had already established 5 ...

Looking Back on 2021 Experiencing the Joy of Helping We have always felt that it is our duty to give back to society. While setting up the foundation we met lot of people who shared our Vision for an Ideal Society and wanted to bring about real positive change. We ...

From the Desk of our Chief Financial Officer We are proud to report to our donors that we were able to fulfill our dream of collecting $386,000 of which we have donated $ 378,000 to the neediest and marginalized communities in INDIA and East Africa to various causes. Joy of ...

As the COVID-19 crisis subsided, Joy of Helping contributed by sponsoring free eye camps and providing free cataract surgeries at the hospital to combat blindness with Divyajyoti Eye Hospital. Pediatric Eye Operation: Vision impairment and blindness impede access to education, employment, and other opportunities. Children with vision impairment lose the ...

0 ,000 Total Examined Patients 0 + Site Restoring Surgeries Performed 0 + Bilateral Cataract Surgeries Performed 0 + Child-sight Restoring Surgeries Performed Lion sight first Eye Hospital in Nairobi Lion Hospital’s Outreach Program with Joy of Helping’s support in Nairobi involved coordinating nine distinct camp locations within a 100-mile ...

The Background Story: Through the unwavering support of JOY OF HELPING and its donors, Nari Gunjan is able to ensure safety and protection for the most vulnerable children within the Musahar communities. Nari Gunjan has effectively shielded these children from abuse and neglect, granting them access to primary education and ...

Prerana’s Night Care Center (NCC) is a space created to ensure the safety and development of children living in the red-light areas. This program was initiated as a response to the needs of mothers in the sex trade to keep their children safe during the night. The NCC provides services ...

The battle against the Black Fungus disease has been fought vigorously in the past. “Black Fungus,” scientifically known as Mucormycosis, was a very rare but potentially fatal condition. It was caused by mold found in damp environments like soil compost and could attack the respiratory tract. It was not contagious ...

The ENT department at Vadodara and Rajkot General Hospital is a leading tertiary care referral center affiliated with a Medical College in Vadodara. In addition to serving Vadodara and Rajkot, it caters to patients from all over Gujarat. This department is renowned for its expertise in endoscopic surgery throughout Gujarat, ...

The Covid-19 pandemic brought economic activities in India to a grinding halt, posing a significant challenge to the survival of underprivileged families, particularly those led by women. Recognizing the impossibility of conducting physical vocational training during the pandemic, we embarked on a groundbreaking initiative to provide virtual vocational training. This ...

Diploma in Basic Rural Technology Program Conducting one-year residential “Diploma in Basic Rural Technology (DBRT)” program. The program is based on the philosophy of ‘Learning while doing’ in a real-life environment that integrates rural development and education. This is a unique program is recognized by ‘National Institute of Open Schooling ...

Teaching Karate to women from lower castes Sudha Ji, the founder of Nari Gunjan, felt that Karate would give the Dalit girls more self-confidence and to fight for their rights and sexual abuses. The results were outstanding, and the girls became so skillful that they won five gold, five silver, ...

Aim of Dalit Children Access to Education, Equity, and Liberation We believe that is the fundamental Right of every child without exception to receive free and quality education up to the age of 14 based on an equal opportunity, without the discrimination based on caste, class, gender, or religion in ...

Nari Gunjan worked diligently with children who had been neglected and abandoned, extending a caring hand to babies who were unwanted and disposed of shortly after their birth, as well as to toddlers aged around 2 or 3 years who had been left on trains or at bus stations. Our ...

Mushahar Women on leased land It’s akin to a small-scale revolution that Mushahar women from Phulwari, Bihta, and Punpun Blocks proudly identify themselves as members of the National Forum for Women Farmers. The genesis of this transformative movement traces back to 2016, following the Bihar Government’s proclamation of an Alcohol ...

Looking Back on 2022 Gratitude and Hope We extend our profound gratitude for the remarkable support you have extended and the profound transformations you have helped bring about in the lives of countless individuals. It is with a heavy heart that we convey the challenges we faced in the year ...

From the Desk of our Chief Financial Officer Last financial year had a little economic turmoil in its basket as far as global financial markets were concerned, the ill effects spilt over a lot of our philanthropic ‘sewa’ work too. We fell slightly short of our target set for 2022 ...

Akhand Jyoti Eye Hospital is a charitable organization dedicated to combating curable blindness in economically disadvantaged regions of Bihar. By delivering high-impact eye care services, the hospital aims to alleviate poverty and restore dignity to the lives of the less fortunate Serving as the largest eye hospital in Eastern India, ...

Pediatric Eye Operation – Vision Assistant Students: Divyajyoti Trust operates eye hospital in rural tribal area of Surat , performing 12,000+ surgeries yearly with 70-80% free care. There are almost 10 different clinical trials going on now. The training center caters to the training needs of all cadres of eye ...

Joy of Helping collaborates with the Sankara Eye Foundation in the USA to provide funding for free bilateral surgeries across three states in India. Kalyanam Karoti, Mathura (KKM) is a charitable organization dedicated to enhancing the well-being of disabled and marginalized communities in India. This is achieved through affordable and ...

CASE STUDYISHWAR DAMORCATARACT SURGERY Ishwar was an eight-year-old boy from Nagalal Damor in Jolana village, Banswada district, Rajasthan State. Jolana is a small village situated 60 km away from Dahod, with a total population of approximately 3000-4000. The primary source of income in the village is agriculture. Nagalal, Ishwar’s father, ...

CASE STUDYSITA TERSING GARASIYACATARACT SURGERY Sita Tersing Garasiya, a sixteen-year-old girl, from Gamaniya village, Banswada district, Rajasthan state, is the focus of this case study. Gamaniya is situated fifty kilometers away from Dahod. Sita, unmarried and engaged in household work, hails from a financially struggling family. Tersingbhai, her father, is ...

The pressing need for eye health services in the impoverished desert region of Rajasthan, India, was brought to light in a survey conducted by one of Sightsavers’ local partners in North India, Urmul Seemant Samity. The survey’s objective was to identify all individuals with disabilities in Bikaner, one of the ...

With 41 students benefiting from Joy of Helping’s outreach, counseling, sponsorship, and school enrollment, the impact is evident. By addressing education and holistic development, this collaboration is fostering a generation of empowered individuals who are rewriting their destinies. Empower positive change today! Join us in creating a lasting impact Support ...

Joy of Helping contributes to the Sarvodaya Parivar Trust in five distinct areas aimed at enhancing the lives of impoverished and vulnerable families: Constructing new check dams to boost agricultural output. Establishing embankments to counteract soil erosion. Creating a pond near wells to augment water levels. Engaging in tree plantation ...

EMBRACING SUSTAINABILITY: JOURNEYING TOWARDS A GREEN WORLD The initiative by VSSM (Village Social Transformation Mission) focuses on addressing the challenges posed by arid regions and barren land through tree plantations. The objectives include increasing green cover, retaining water in the soil, reducing soil erosion, and enhancing land fertility. This initiative ...

Bhojay Sarvoday Trust focuses on healthcare for rural and marginalized communities. Their Mahila Arogya Abhiyan program, launched in 2012, provides diagnostic camps in rural areas, where gynaecologists examine women, offer free medication, and arrange surgeries at Bhojay Hospital. This monthly initiative prevents disease escalation by delivering prompt medical or surgical ...

DPMC offers such Juvenile beneficiaries the regular free annual package, which would cost Rs.4000/- covering several periodic pathological tests and check-ups of different parts of the body as diabetes normally affects all such vital organs of the body gradually. The center boasts expert medical staff, including diabetologists, specialists, pathologists, cardiologists, ...

In the pursuit of fostering the growth of responsible citizens, we have embarked on a mission to create a profound impact on the lives of the most underprivileged families in Kenya. Our focus is on the children in these families who, sadly, lack access to proper nutrition. The plight of ...

We offered women vocational training in various fields, enabling them to earn a living and achieve self-sufficiency. Your invaluable contribution has invigorated our determination to empower an increasing number of women economically and socially. Our commitment remains steadfast in delivering tangible outcomes that benefit both society and the nation. The ...

Joy of Helping’s support to Water for Project Maji provided sustainable solar-powered water to rural and remote Kenya. They digitized operations using tools like mWater for site assessment, ensuring efficient resource allocation. An e-payment system gathers revenue transparently, aiding maintenance. Remote monitoring and swift technical response maintain reliable service. Pre- ...

Migrant Salt Workers Children’s Education Salt workers, who work seasonally, face low incomes and lack social security. They endure hazardous environments and extreme weather conditions. Poor education and awareness contribute to health issues, as they overlook potential risks. The use of protective gear is not a priority, and hygiene habits ...

Education Disparities Among Nomadic Communities and Empowering Through Support Nomadic Communities face significant disparities in accessing and valuing education, resulting in their exclusion from mainstream academic pathways. VSSM has taken substantial strides to rectify this by establishing Balghars and bridge schools in settlements, enrolling children in government or private schools, ...

In the event of the unfortunate passing of the sole breadwinner of a family or their significant illness jeopardizing the family’s survival, there arises a critical need for support to such families. These families are unable to earn during the absence of their main earner, often having a large number ...

VSSM with Joy of Helping's support steps in to offer assistance by providing them with a monthly Ration Kit, aiming to uplift the lives of unattended elderly.

With 41 students benefiting from Joy of Helping's outreach, counseling, sponsorship, and school enrollment, the impact is evident.

Drashti Netralaya, founded by Dr. Mehul Shah and Dr. Shreya Shah, stands as a beacon of compassionate vision care, transcending socio-economic barriers with a mission to offer the best and latest eye care to all, regardless of financial standing. This hospital has emerged as a transformative force in rural and ...

Joy of Helping partners with Sankara Eye Foundation in the USA to fund free bilateral surgeries in three Indian states.In December 2023, Joy of Helping donated $6000 to Kalyanam Karoti Hospital, enabling 200 surgeries in Uttar Pradesh. This collaboration aims to eradicate blindness in India. Similarly, Joy of Helping contributed ...

Akhand Jyoti, the largest eye hospital in Eastern India, operates from the remote village of Mastichak in Bihar and several other locations across the region. Recognizing the challenges faced by women in patriarchal societies like Bihar, particularly regarding education and employment opportunities, Akhand Jyoti initiated the “Football to Eyeball” program ...

Collaborating with two full-time Pediatric Eye Specialists, DivyaJyoti Trust and Joy of Helping together facilitate Eye Surgeries.We do nearly 200 children’s eye surgeries yearly – cataracts, squints, trauma, and others. Four anesthesiologists are on hand, available on set days and in emergencies.oy of Helping also sponsors 6-8 Vision Assistant students ...

Joy of Helping sponsors annual eye camps in East Africa with Lions Hospital.This initiative aims to address the significant issue of blindness in East Africa, which affects thousands of people, robbing them of their independence, dignity, and hope. Restoring sight through cataract surgeries was a meaningful way to provide support ...

With 41 students benefiting from Joy of Helping's outreach, counseling, sponsorship, and school enrollment, the impact is evident.

The literacy rate among women was as low as 1%, with men only slightly better at around 3%. It was clear that their children were not attending school, highlighting the urgent need for intervention. To tackle this issue, Nari Gunjan, since 1986 has taken up the initiative to establish educational ...

Joy of Helping supports the Women Empowerment Program with Project Life. Our Program brings about a transformative change in the lives of socially and economically disadvantaged women. Through vocational skill-based training in sewing, embroidery, catering, beautician practice, and more, the program aims to make these women self-reliant. Additionally, we offer ...

In 2012, VSSM arranged the first-ever mass/community marriage ceremony in Vadia. That year, 20 girls were married or engaged. Marriage or engagement is a huge step towards preventing girls of Vadia from being pushed into prostitution. The community believes that if a girl gets engaged, she should not be involved ...

Established in 1999 by Mrs. Prabha Mehta, Disha Charitable Trust is a beacon of hope, particularly known for Disha School, a leading Autism Center in India. It adopts the US curriculum, Unique Learning System, with professionals trained by US experts for effective implementation. Disha’s goal is to integrate children into ...

Mathrushree Manovikasa Kendra is a non-profit, voluntary organization committed to the well-being of differently-abled children. Established in March 2003 as a residential school, it is managed by dedicated professionals focusing on the welfare of mentally challenged individuals. The institute offers various activities including self-help skills, motor development, physiotherapy, academic education, ...

Kalyanam Karoti, a National Award-winning organization recognized by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, is dedicated to preventing and curing avoidable blindness and serving the disabled in Mathura, Uttar Pradesh, India, since 1981. It offers free education, vocational training, physiotherapy, and occupational therapy to Children with Special Needs (CWSN). ...

The CHILD WELFARE TRUST (CWT) in Bhuj was founded in 1998 by Dr. Shantuben Patel, a pediatrician with a vision to integrate special children into the mainstream of Kutch district. This modern school, spanning 18,000 square feet, is specifically designed to cater to the educational and vocational training needs of handicapped ...

Tamahar, a non-profit organization founded in 2009 by Mrs. Vaishali Pai, an Occupational Therapist with over 30 years of experience, focuses on childhood disability, specifically developmental delay due to brain damage. Serving children from diverse backgrounds, Tamahar adopts a holistic developmental intervention approach, combining Early Intervention, Special Education, Auxiliary Therapies, ...

WARDS, an NGO supporting individuals with autism, cerebral palsy, multiple disabilities, and mental retardation, aims to bridge the gap between these children and their peers. Through various programs such as Special Education, Therapy, Digital Skills Training, and Vocational Training, WARDS helps individuals overcome their challenges and integrate into society. With ...

Rural women’s gynecological issues were long neglected until BST stepped in. Through their Mahila Arogya Abhiyan program, launched in 2012, BST provides free diagnostic camps in remote areas of Kutch. These camps, led by gynecologists, offer immediate medical assistance and surgeries at Bhojay Hospital. By addressing healthcare gaps, BST empowers ...

Alpha Palliative Care Kuttanad Link Centre, a part of the Alpha Palliative care network, marks its one-year milestone in four villages: Thalavady, Edathua, Muttar, and Niranam in the Upper Kuttanad region of Alleppey district, Kerala. With our donor’s generous support, the centre has rapidly expanded our services, touching the lives ...

Sadbhavna is on a mission to serve both nature and the elderly. Established seven years ago, Sadbhavna Vrudhashram recognized the lack of support for needy and homeless older individuals. Their vision is to create a nurturing environment for over 500 seniors, ensuring they have access to essentials like healthy food, ...

Our donation to Sarvodaya Parivar Trust impacts five key areas: Agricultural support: Building check dams for water resources and enhancing productivity. Environmental protection: Constructing embankments to prevent soil erosion. Water conservation: Creating ponds for clean water access. Green initiatives: Tree plantation for a healthier ecosystem. Education empowerment: Supporting schools for ...

We’re on a mission to uplift underprivileged families in Kenya, focusing on children lacking proper nutrition. Hunger in children leads to diminished self-esteem, impaired development, and health issues, impacting national prosperity. With your support, we transform lives by providing nutritious meals at schools, encouraging attendance.Joy of Helping ensures meals enriched ...

VSSM with Joy of Helping's support steps in to offer assistance by providing them with a monthly Ration Kit, aiming to uplift the lives of unattended elderly.

The project aims to uplift the quality of life for 100 vulnerable elderly individuals in Bihta Blocks by providing monthly ration and bi-monthly healthcare services. Facing challenges in meeting basic needs such as food and healthcare, the elderly population in Bihta Blocks requires support. The project includes monthly distribution of ...

VSSM with Joy of Helping's support steps in to offer assistance by providing them with a monthly Ration Kit, aiming to uplift the lives of unattended elderly.

The program was launched in 2021 on the onset of loss of employment due to the COVID-19 Pandemic and consequent Lockdown. The program is an extension of the Swavalamban –Livelihood Program wherein marginalized families who cannot afford the loan can start working towards becoming financially independent. The program is not ...

From the Desk of our Chief Financial Officer I am thrilled to announce that we have received over $400,000 in donations this year from many generous donors. In December 2023, I joined Mr. Ramesh Shah, the founder of Joy of Helping, on visits to multiple NGOs in Gujarat. It was ...

Looking Back on 2022 Gratitude and Hope We extend heartfelt gratitude for your exceptional support, positively impacting countless lives. Surpassing our 2023 goal of $400,000 in donations, we’ve expanded our reach by adding six new NGOs, including schools for disabled children, focusing on vocational training for independence and financial stability. ...

The CHILD WELFARE TRUST (CWT) in Bhuj was founded in 1998 by Dr. Shantuben Patel, a pediatrician with a vision to integrate special children into the mainstream of Kutch district. This modern school, spanning 18,000 square feet, is specifically designed to cater to the educational and vocational training needs of handicapped ...