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Let’s pay tribute of the highest calibre to someone who impacted our lives greatly departed for heavenly abode by doing a noblest deed ever in their name - feedingthe needy people.

This Pitru Paksha, we aim to serve 60,000 vulnerable family members in the Government Hospitals of Mumbai by raising Rs. 15,00,0000.

Importance Of Food Donation On Pitru Paksha?

Donating food is considered as the highest act of kindness & good karma according to the Hindu tradition. It is said that satiating hunger of the needy amongst us by donating food during the holy days of Pitru Paksha in the name of the departed ancestors, beloved family member or friend brings in abundant blessings, peace & prosperity to the donors & their families. It is also said that it brings peace & salvation to the soul of the deceased.

Our Impact

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13 M +
Meals Served
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15 K +
Beneficiaries Served
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102 +
Municipal Schools
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29 +
Govt Hospitals

Our feeding Initiatives

Bal Shiksha Ahara
Municipal School Meals Programme

48,04,484 meals across 102 municipal Birthday schools improved classroom attendance by up to 24% in 2024-2025.

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Swasthya Ahara
Government Hospital Feeding Programme

Served 3,94,957 families of patients across 32 Govt. Hospitals and Cancer Center to help save over 47 Cr. towards treatment.

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Paushtik Ahara
Meals on Wheels Programme

Serving to support informal education for 450 underprivileged children in 5 slums.

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Beneficiary Diaries

Why Donate for the New Year?

  • Celebrate with Purpose:A New Year donation helps feed those who need it most, spreading true joy and hope as we step into the year ahead.
  • Trusted Impact:As a leading NGO in Mumbai, we serve hot, nutritious meals to children, families, and hospital patients every day.
  • Light Up Lives:Every meal donated brings warmth, happiness, and relief to underprivileged communities, making the New Year truly special for those in need.

Why Donate Food on Makar Sankranti?

  • Make an Impact: By donating food on Makar Sankranti, you help feed thousands of underprivileged families, children, and hospital patients across Mumbai.
  • Celebrate Abundance: Sankranti and Pongal are about sharing the harvest of prosperity—charitable giving spreads joy and blessings.
  • Join a Trusted NGO: Akshaya Chaitanya is a leading NGO in Mumbai, delivering hot, nutritious meals daily to the poor and underserved

How Your Donation Makes an Impact

  • Donate on New Year 2024: Start the New Year with compassion by supporting patients in hospitals who struggle to afford food.
  • Make a Difference:Your New Year donation enables us to serve over 16,000+ meals daily across Mumbai, nourishing children, families, and hospital patients in need.
  • Transform Lives: Charitable giving this New Year isn’t just a donation – it’s hope shared and lives transformed.

How Your Makar Sankranti Donation Helps

  • Donate to Children: Your contributions help feed children in municipal schools who rely on us for their daily nourishment.
  • Donate to Hospitals: Support patients in government hospitals who often skip meals to save for medical costs.
  • Donate to the Poor: Every food donation brings relief to families struggling with hunger during this festive season.
    • Join hands with us this Makar Sankranti and Pongal to ensure no one sleeps hungry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Pitru Paksha, alternatively called Pitri Paksha or Shradh Paksha comprises a 16-day lunar period in the Hindu calendar dedicated to honouring ancestors, primarily through the ritual of offering food. Hence, doing charity on shradh to the poor in this period is considered highly auspicious.

Donating during Pitru Paksha Shradh is regarded as a virtuous deed as it seeks the blessings of one's ancestors. Pitru Paksha Daan in the name of the departed ancestors, beloved family member or friend brings in abundant blessings, peace & prosperity to the donors & their families. And what could be better than donating food to needy children & adults for better education & healthcare during these auspicious days.

Donating online is the easiest way to feed the underprivileged people on such occasions. It eliminates all the hassle of preparing/purchasing food - then finding an organisation to go travel and donate there. Your online donation could help us feed the municipal school children and poor helpless people in the government hospitals who stay hungry for days just to cover their medical expenses of their admitted loved ones.Let’s collectively earn some divine blessings!

At Akshaya Chaitanya we have tie ups with more than 140 municipal schools and government hospitals and cancer care centres in Mumbai. We have our central kitchen in Byculla from where we deliver hot and nutritious food to about 18,000 beneficiaries every single day. You can click on the button above and select an amount to donate online. We will take care of the rest!

This year Pitru Paksha will be observed from 10th september to 25th September

At Akshaya Chaitanya we serve about 18,000+ meals every single day across 104 Municipal Schools, 29+ Government Hospitals & Cancer Care Centre & 4 schools on wheels. Even if you donate online, you can choose to visit any of our distribution sites & experience the joy of giving first hand & interact with our beneficiaries.

Yes all the donations with Akshaya Chaitanya are tax exempted under section 80G. You will receive a donation receipt over an email once the online donation process is successfully completed.

Make This New Year a Celebration of Giving

The promise of New Year 2024 is best celebrated through compassion and kindness. Your New Year donations help us serve meals to thousands, ensuring no one goes hungry as we welcome the year ahead.

Click Here to Donate Now and Share the Joy!

Make This Makar Sankranti and Pongal a Festival of Giving

This festive season, let’s go beyond celebrations. Donate food, spread happiness, and transform lives. Akshaya Chaitanya is your trusted partner in charitable giving, ensuring your generosity reaches the people who need it most.

Donate Now to Make a Difference!

₹1,013,885
Raised of ₹25L goal
40,555
Beneficiaries
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32
Government Hospitals
₹513885
Raised of ₹25L goal
300
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HKM Charitable Foundation

Bank Name

Kotak Bank

A/c Type

Savings account

Account No

6645753806

MICR

500485006

IFSC/RTGS Code

KKBK0000553

Bank Address

Ilyas Mohammed Khan Estate, Road no.1, Banjara Hills, Hyderabad - 500034