“Senior Unsung Hero”
Dr. Shah received the title “Senior Unsung Hero” from Hon’ble President of India, Smt. Droupadi Murmu, at the “Ageing with Dignity” event held at Rashtrapati Bhavan on 2nd May 2025
A Proud Moment
Hon’ble former President of India Shri Ram Nath Kovind visited foundation’s Destitute Rehabilitation Centre, inaugurated Hostel for 400 girl Street Children and Hira Kanchan Complex at Katraj in January 2024. He was presented with information about foundation’s activities in the presence of Hon’ble Shri Prakash Javadekar
Vayoshreshtha Samman National Award
Janaseva Foundation received Vayoshreshtha Samman National Award conferred by Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Govt. of India, given by Hon’ble former President of India, Shri Pranab Mukherjee.
Foundation’s Humanitarian Activities
Dr. Vinod and Mrs. Meena Shah along with former trustee late Principal Ram Shinde presented file on foundation’s humanitarian activities to Hon’ble former President of India, Smt. Pratibhatai Patil
Award For Excellence In Social Work
Dr. Shah received Award for Excellence in Social Work from Hon’ble former President Dr. A.P.J. Abdul Kalam given by World Foundation on Reverence for all Life.
Hon’ble Former Prime Minister of India, Late Shri P. V. Narasimha Rao At Janaseva Foundation
Dr. Vinod Shah acquainting Hon’ble former Prime Minister of India, late Shri P.V. Narasimha Rao with foundation’s activities in the presence of foundation’s former Patron, late Dr. Mohan Dharia, Padma Vibhushan Awardee
Hon’ble Shri Krishan Kant, Former Vice President, Visits Janaseva Old Age Homes
Hon’ble Shri Krishan Kant ji, former Vice President of India inaugurated foundation’s Shri Rasiklal Manikchand Dhariwal Old Age Home at Ambi on 19 Feb 1999
JANASEVA FOUNDATION, PUNE.
“Service to Man is Service to God” and “Service to Humanity is the Best Work of Life”
Janaseva Foundation a registered non-governmental organization (NGO) dedicated to serving society through a wide range of initiatives was established on 15th January 1988. While most of its services are provided free of cost, a few are available at a nominal fee. The foundation is non-political, non-religious and Not for Profit Organization.
Dr. Shah is inspired by the teachings and spirit of service of Mahatma Gandhi, Sane Guruji, Baba Amte and Saint Mother Teresa, and his own family consisting his father Shri Gajananbhai Shah, mother Smt. Shantabai Shah, uncle Shri Ramchandra Shankar Shah, grandfather Pitambar Mehta and and maternal uncle Dr. Baburao Mehta who were all freedom fighters.
Janaseva Foundation is governed by Board of Trustees, led by Founder Chairman Dr. Vinod Shah, with dedicated support from Founder Trustee and current Secretary, Mrs. Meena Shah and is ably supported by it’s Patrons, Advisory Committee and volunteers.
Foundation is recipient of Special Consultative Status from United Nations Organization since 2015.
Vision
To create an inclusive and compassionate society where every individual regardless of age, gender, or socio-economic status has access to quality healthcare, education, and rehabilitation, empowering them to lead a dignified and fulfilling life and discover their potential, free from inequality or neglect.
Mission
Our mission is to stand strongly with the most vulnerable and strive to offer them support, dignity, self-reliance and opportunities they deserve for a better future through collaboration, innovation, and volunteerism. We strive towards building a compassionate and inclusive society.
What we do
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Donate For One Year :
Rs. 25,000 for the education, health and residential care of street children’s.
Janaseva Foundation has sponsored 2000 (Yearly) children from orphan & underprivileged families, providing free support and education.
Your generous support helps us to create a significant impact in the lives of those in need. Join us in building a brighter future !
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- Vision
- Mission
- Goal
To create an inclusive and compassionate society where every individual—regardless of age, gender, or socio-economic status—has access to quality healthcare, education, and rehabilitation, empowering them to lead a dignified and fulfilling life.
Janaseva Foundation is committed to uplifting the destitute, elderly, disabled, and marginalized through holistic care, education, and healthcare services. We strive to empower individuals with dignity, self-reliance, and opportunities for a better future. Through collaboration, innovation, and volunteerism, we work towards building a compassionate and inclusive society.
Our goal is to serve the maximum number of people in need, continuously expand our initiatives, and identify the evolving needs of society to develop relevant programs. We aim to engage all sections of society in humanitarian efforts, fostering collective responsibility and social impact.
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Celebrating Achievements
Empowering Professionals through Training.
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ICOPE Training Programme
On December 16, 17, and 18, 2019, the Janaseva Foundation in Pune, in partnership with the World Health Organization (WHO-SEARO), hosted the 3-Day ICOPE Training Programme on Integrated Care for Older People at Yashada, Baner Road, Pune. With an emphasis on integrated, person-centered approaches to aging, the program sought to provide primary care physicians in the Pune area with the necessary skills and knowledge to enhance the treatment of senior citizens.
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Impactful Collaboration
The Janaseva Foundation Pune often attends conferences and seminars, working with a range of organizations that acknowledge and fund its admirable efforts. The foundation may increase its effect on the communities it serves through these events as a platform to convey its goal, acquire insightful information, and build relationships with organizations that share its mission.
Accreditations
We Donate to Poor childrens
Establishment : 15th January 1988
Registration : E/1193 Pune, Dt. 23/05/1988,
Income Tax exemptions on donations : 80 G : 50% exemption
FCRA Reg. No. 083930238 – to receive donations from abroad
PAN No – AAATJ0715H.
Tax Deduction Account No. (TAN) : PNEJ05654F.
Address (Head Office) : Mrs. Kumudben Madanbhai sure nursing School Janaseva Foundation, Indulal Complex, 1st floor, Above rupee bank, Lal Bahadur Shastri road, Navi peth, Pune, Maharashtra 411030.
Tel. +91 20 24538787/8. Telefax : +91 20 24537373 Email : janasevafoundationpune@gmail.com
facebook : https://www.facebook.com/JanasevaPune
instagram : janasevafoundation
twitter : @janasevaPune
Upcoming Deadline 1 JUNE 2017:
Call for NGOs to apply for Consultative Status with the UN
NGOs interested in applying for ECOSOC consultative status should submit their application and
required documents before 1 June 2017.
The following link provides background information,
some of the benefits and the instructions how to apply:
Late submissions will not be accepted.
