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Building communities through dedicated support.
What sets Janaseva Foundation apart from countless NGOs worldwide is its ability to identify and respond to evolving societal needs. While working on one initiative, the foundation has consistently recognized emerging challenges and proactively launched new, diverse initiatives to address them. As a grassroots-level organization, it deeply understands the multifaceted needs of society and tailors its initiatives accordingly.
Building communities through dedicated support.
Established on 15th January 1988, Janaseva Foundation is a registered Not-for-Profit Organization dedicated to serving society through a wide range of initiatives, most of which are provided free of cost, with a few requiring nominal charges. The foundation is non-political, non-religious, and an equal opportunity employer. Inspired by the teachings and spirit of service of Rashtrapita Mahatma Gandhi, Sane Guruji, Baba Amte, and Saint Mother Teresa, Janaseva Foundation operates with the motto “Service to Man is Service to God” and “Service to Humanity is the Best Work of Life”. The foundation is governed by a Board of Trustees, headed by Founder Chairman Dr. Vinod Shah & the Founder Trustee & now the Secretary Mrs. Meena Shah. It is registered with the Income Tax Department, offering tax rebates to donors.
Late Smt. Kundangauri M. Sanghvi and Late Manharlal P. Sanghvi Complex
This complex is built with the donation given by Shri Bharatbhai Sanghvi in FY 1993-94 on 5 acres of land at Ambi Ranwadi, block Velha, district Pune, donated by Shri Keshavrao Dhapare in memory of his brother late Com. Govindrao Dhapare. It is approximately 45 km away from the city of Pune in a scenic, pollution free area of Ambi Ranwadi (Panshet) and houses most of the projects of the foundation. It has beautifully landscaped gardens providing soothing and pleasant atmosphere. Late Chunnilaji Khivansara & family has provided saplings of various plants through their Sufalam Nursery. This complex has ecofriendly initiatives like sewage water treatment plant, Solar plant etc.
Hira Kanchan Complex
Foundation has 5 acres of land at Bhilarewadi, Katraj, Pune, on which foundation has started various humanitarian initiatives. The Bhoomi Pujan was done at the hands of hon’ble Shri Vilasrao Deshmukh, then CM of Maharashtra. This complex is named after foundation’s donors late Shri Hirabhai Shah (Chokhawala) and his wife late Smt. Kanchan Shah and was inaugurated on 8th January 2024 by former President of India Hon’ble Shri Ram Nath Kovind.
Our Story
Explore our journey, mission, and impact.
Dr. Vinod Shah began visiting his birthplace to provide medical care to underprivileged patients at minimal charges, conducting health camps, performing endoscopic procedures, and offering essential healthcare services. His association with Jaycees International allowed him to undertake exemplary work, further reinforcing his commitment to social welfare. Recognizing the need for a dedicated organization to institutionalize these efforts, he established the Janaseva Foundation on 15th January 1988, securing its official registration with the Deputy Charity Commissioner’s Office on 23rd May 1988.
In its initial phase, the Foundation operated from a rented wing of Sonapur Hospital, delivering healthcare services to rural communities. A few beds were later reserved for the elderly, marking the inception of an Old Age Home. As the Foundation’s impact expanded, one of Dr. Shah’s patients, the late Shri Keshavrao Dhapre, generously donated five acres of land in Ambi in the early 1990s, facilitating the organization’s ability to extend its services to surrounding rural areas.
This pivotal contribution enabled the construction of the Foundation’s first Old Age Home, followed by the establishment of the Sanghvi Complex and a Rural Hospital. Over the years, the Foundation continued its expansion with infrastructure enhancements, mobile medical units, and other welfare initiatives.
In 2002, the Foundation set up the Destitute Rehabilitation Centre at Katraj on five acres of land provided at a highly concessional rate by Shri Maniksheth Duggad. This development laid the foundation for numerous subsequent initiatives. The same year, the Foundation also established a Nursing School at Ambi, further strengthening its commitment to healthcare and medical education.
Today, the Janaseva Foundation operates over 18 Projects, addressing diverse social and healthcare needs, making a lasting impact on marginalized communities.
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.
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.
Our Impact
In the 36 years foundation has benefitted lakhs beneficiaries fulfilling their diverse needs. Direct beneficiaries range from very young children to youth, disadvantaged / street children, girls, women, orphans, youth and elderly.
Foundation has performed more than 30000 free cataract surgeries. Every year 200 elderly live happily in it’s Old Age Homes out of which 160 live totally free. It’s Rural Hospital serves more han 30000 rural patients every year while it’s Long Term Care Centre has served 500 bedridden elderly. More than 1000 girls took nursing training in foundation’s nursing school and are employed in various hospitals on good salaries. It provided computer training to 227 disabled youth out of which 187 got employment. It is serving more than 2200 street children presently. Janaseva Foundation implemented National Health Mission initiative of Govt. of India and Govt. of Maharashtra from years 2011 to 2022 in 105 rural, remote villages from hilly regions of Velhe Taluka, District Pune and was serving more than 50000 villagers per year. Besides it has done research, provided vocational training, distributed dentures, water filters, installed Water Purification Plants etc. Through it’s various activities foundation is serving more than 50000 needy every year.
These activities have also impacted lives of the families of the beneficiaries and society as a whole. Witnessing foundation’s work many people visit foundation’s initiatives and offer either monitory support or work as volunteers. Few individuals have even started their own social organizations
FAQ
Janaseva Foundation is a non-political, non-religious, not-for-profit Non-Governmental Organization (NGO) dedicated to serving society through a wide range of initiatives. The Foundation operates under a Trust Deed and is managed by a Board of 14 Trustees, chaired by Dr. Vinod Shah. It is also supported by Patrons and Advisors.
Yes, Janaseva Foundation is registered under the Bombay Public Trust Act, 1950 with the office of the Deputy Charity Commissioner, Pune Division
It is also registered on NITI Aayog’s Darpan portal.
Additionally, it is registered with the Income Tax Department and holds:
12A & 80G certificates (for tax exemptions)
FCRA certificate (for accepting foreign donations)
PAN & TAN
The Foundation is registered with the Ministry of Home Affairs and has a CSR certificate.
It publishes Annual Reports and Audit Reports and has affiliations with various national and international organizations, including:
Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment, Government of India
Government of Maharashtra, Zilla Parishad
United Nations (UN), World Health Organization (WHO), HelpAge, International Federation on Ageing (IFA)
Lions & Rotary International, Duke University (USA), Maharashtra Foundation, and Share & Care Foundation (USA), Sodhani Foundation, USA
The Foundation primarily serves Pune city and various blocks of Pune district. However, its reach extends globally through online platforms, news bulletins, participation in national and international conferences, seminars, workshops, and online submissions.
The Foundation operates following projects :
- Old Age Homes
- Day Care Centers
- Century Clubs
- Rural Hubs
- RRTC (Regional Resource and Training Centre)
- Elderline (Senior Citizen Helpline)
- Rural Hospital & Eye Hospital
- Mobile Medical Units
- Health Check-up & Treatment Camps
- Nursing School & Hostel
- Skill Development Training Centers
- Research Center
- Rehabilitation of Disadvantaged Children (including Street Children)
- Village Development Initiatives (Construction of Toilets, Distribution of Water Filters, Installation of RO Water Purification Plants, Tree Plantation & Distribution of Fruit-Bearing Saplings)
- Internship programme for the students of Professional Courses for both Indian & foreign students
Yes, most of the Foundation’s initiatives are free of charge. However, a few services may require a nominal fee.
You can reach us at 020-24538787 for inquiries or email us at janasevafoundationpune@gmail.com.
Our office operates from 11 AM to 7 PM, except on Sundays and public holidays.
Yes, the Foundation runs several initiatives that contribute to the achievement of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) like no poverty, less hunger, good health, clean water & sanitation, quality education
Yes, donations to the Foundation are eligible for a 50% tax rebate under the 80G certificate.
Yes, Janaseva Foundation holds an FCRA certificate, allowing it to accept foreign donations.
Yes, the Foundation has successfully implemented various major and minor CSR initiatives in collaboration with national and multinational corporates. Foundation holds CSR certificate that allows it to accept financial aid and engage in CSR partnerships.
Our CSR department, led by Mr. Surender Kumar and his team of qualified assistants, manages these collaborations.
For partnership inquiries, please email or call us.
Yes, the Foundation welcomes volunteers. Interested individuals may contact us for more details. At present we have many young and senior citizen volunteers.
Yes, the Foundation offers opportunities for individuals to gain social work experience or conduct projects.
Job vacancies are advertised periodically, and candidates can apply via email or inquire by phone. Shortlisted applicants are contacted for further selection processes.
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Our work is only possible in collaboration with like-minded corporates, individuals and organisations. You too can join us.
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