This Diwali touch the lives of the little children in hospitals in a meaningful way, your simple diwali gift could range from a small box of sweets or a packet of crayons and colour books.
A candle loses nothing by lighting another candle; celebrate this Diwali as a festival of kindness.
While you are busy celebrating Diwali with sweets and lights, remember that festivals are about spreading joy around and you can always make some contribution towards the society according to your capabilities.
There are a number of children who spend Diwali in hospitals as they are suffering from various illnesses and who may not have anything to look forward to this Diwali. However, you can bring a difference to their life. Sometimes, all it takes is a little love and care so when you are busy in exchanging gifts with near and dear ones, just give a thought to bring little happiness to these kids.
Join our volunteers to celebrate Diwali with kids in hospitals or just drop some gifts and sweets if you can’t make it.
Diwali Celebration with Children at Cancer Wards of AIIMS ( Dr. B.R. Ambedkar Institute Rotary Cancer Hospital)and Kids with Heart Defects at Escort Heart Institute ( 22nd October, 2011)
For Details Please Call us at 0999978095 / 011.2656 1333 / 444
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What types of items should I donate?
You can donate items item like small sweet box, packet of crayons along with colouring books, learning games and toys (especially for young children), storybooks, CDs, dolls, sports equipment etc.
Do you accept donation of lightly used toys, clothes, etc.?
Yes, if you feel your toys or clothes are in good condition, you may consider donating the same.
Do you accept donations of food?
You can consider donating packets of biscuits, cake, dry fruits, tetra pack juice etc.
Where can I drop off gifts?
Uday Foundation for Congenital Defects and Rare Blood Groups
91A (Near Airtel), Adhchini
Sri Aurobindo Marg, New Delhi 110017
Phone : +91.11.2656 1333 / 444
Fax : +91.11.2652 5842
Email : info@udayfoundationindia.org
When is the latest I can drop off gifts ?
Tuesday, October 25 is the deadline to deliver gifts for Diwali celebration. Sooner is better!
Can I Donate Money to the UDAY FOUNDATION Diwali Celebration?
We welcome monetary donations. Please make the cheque in favour of Uday Foundation for Congenital Defects and Rare Blood Groups and mail it to :-
Uday Foundation for Congenital Defects and Rare Blood Groups
91A (Near Airtel), Adhchini
Sri Aurobindo Marg, New Delhi 110017
(Donations are eligible for tax exemption under section 80G of Income Tax Act 1961)
Does the Celebration Accept Corporate Donations?
Yes! The UDAY FOUNDATION Diwali Celebration For Children relies on the generousity of local businesses. Whether your business is big or small, we welcome your partnership. Please call +91.11.2656 1333 / 444 and speak to Neha to find out how to partner with us.
Should I wrap the gifts I donate?
Please do not wrap the gifts. We check each of gifts to ensure that each gift is age- and gender-appropriate. Before visiting to the hospitals, we shall wrap them in Diwali Celebration bags and tag them with special labels.
Which all hospital Uday Foundation will be visiting this Diwali?
We have already visited Children at Cancer Ward of AIIMS and Children with Heart Defects and Escorts Heart Institute on 22nd October, 2011 and we will be visiting few more Government hospitals located in Delhi where usually under privileged kids are admitted.
Can I join Uday Foundation team to visit kids in Hospital to distribute Diwali gifts ?
Yes, We encourage you, your family and friends to join us to bring little happiness to these little angles, Please call us at : +91.11.2656 1333 / 444 or write to help@udayfoundationindia.org to join.
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