Memorable Visits to Two Local Orphanages 

Dwarika Memorial Charitable Trust visits Jivhala Balsangopan and Saraswati Anath Siksham Ashram 

Dwarika Charitiable Memorial Trust aims to build a better future for the socially disadvantaged, economically challenged and systemically marginalized. As part of our mission, we visited two orphanages in May of 2022. These were life-changing experiences filled with delightful moments. 

Our first visit was to Jivhala Balsangopan, an orphanage based in Thergaon, Pune. Founded in 2011 by Mr. Vikas Patole, Jivhala provides housing, food, medical care and education for nine children. Patole’s goal is to “reach every corner of Maharashtra” to help those in need. He believes that by providing children with higher education, they will become future leaders of India. 

Our second visit was to Saraswati Anath Siksham Ashram, an orphanage for boys based in Maharastra. Founded in 1995 by Mr. Devidas Laxman Survase, the Ashram provides young boys with shelter and education. After being orphaned at a young age, Survase was inspired to help others going through a similar plight. He proves a loving and caring atmosphere for 40 children at his facility. 

The children at these orphanages greeted us with smiles. We provided them with snacks, blankets, pillows, mattresses, bed sheets, and toys like cricket sets, badminton sets, chess, dolls, etc. We spent time getting to know each child. We also engaged in group activities and played games. 

At Dwarika, we believe in enriching the lives of underprivileged children in our community. Through engagement and donations, we can help provide them with a better future.

Published by Amy Grant

Amy Grant is the chair of the Historic Gloria Dei Preservation Corporation, the non-profit organization that preserves Philadelphia’s Gloria Dei (Old Swedes’) Church and its graveyard. She makes her living as a graphic designer and web developer.