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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.
Currently, Janaseva Foundation operates a diverse range of social welfare programs that include Old Age Homes that offer dignified and graceful life. Day Care Centre, Century Clubs provide engagement in various activities, companionship and support. Regional Resource Training Centre imparts training to staff of Old Age Homes and Day Care Centres. It conducts Basic Bedside Assistant Training (Care Giving for Bedridden and Dementia patients) which provides employment to the students and it sensitizes school / college students on Intergenerational Bonding. Foundation also operates Elderline (14567), a dedicated helpline for senior citizens across Maharashtra, ensuring timely support and assistance for their well-being and has received more than 325343 calls from elderly in distress.
Naturopathy Centre, Rural Hospital, Eye Hospital, Dental Unit, Maternal and Child Health Programme and Mobile Medical Units provide essential healthcare services at remote sites.
In the field of education and rehabilitation, it runs a Nursing School, a Destitute Rehabilitation Centre, and initiatives for the Care and Schooling of Street Children, offering them a path to a better future. Now these Smart Children are grown up and are employed in companies like Infosys etc.
Additionally, the foundation focuses on Skill Development Training, Research & Village Development Programs.

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, M.D., a renowned gastroenterologist and honorary physician to the Governor of Maharashtra, founded Janaseva Foundation on 15th January 1988, driven by a deep desire to serve those in need. This registered charitable trust, managed by a board of 14 trustees, is non-political, non-religious, and an equal opportunity employer. Inspired by Mahatma Gandhi, Sane Guruji, Baba Amte, and Saint Mother Teresa, the foundation operates with the motto ‘Service to Man is Service to God’ and serves diverse fields such as healthcare, elderly care, education, vocational training, and village development. Beneficiaries include the elderly, disabled, destitute, women, and underprivileged youth. Mrs. Meena Shah, along with the trustees, works tirelessly to uphold the foundation’s mission and drive its impactful initiatives.
We envision fostering a compassionate society where every individual has an access to healthcare to the basic rights they deserve. We strongly believe that by acknowledging the needs of the most vulnerable, we can create a place where everyone has an opportunity to lead a meaningful 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, and opportunities they deserve.
Our aim to spread compassion with our noble actions will help to uplift those going through tremendous challenges, ensuring they are recognized and encouraging them to live a healthier and fulfilling life.
Our Impact
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Janseva Foundation is a non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of underserved communities through education, healthcare, skill development, and social welfare initiatives.