"In the Heart, there is no distinction between oneself and the other." (Neem Karoli Baba)
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Many people still live in dire circumstances, in severe poverty on a daily basis. Far away from their loved ones, they need quick, direct and loving care.
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During Covid hundreds of food packages were prepared for distribution to poor people who had no access to food supplies at the time.
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Hundreds of people gratefully received the help provided in very difficult times. All staff joined in the activities, even the teachers of our schools.
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Food distribution at Shanthimalai Trust. Thanks to thoughtful organisation long queues could be avoided.
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Helpers from Germany and Managing Trustee, Mrs. Viji, were very "hands-on" for a long time. Here, they deliver medical goods to a hospital.
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A professional oxygen machine was donated by the Red Cross Germany. The happy receivers in the SRM Clinic put it to use swiftly to save lives.
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A vaccination camp was established giving hundreds of shots per week. Major issue was to convince villagers that vaccination did no harm to their health.
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Rembemer lockdown? Shanthimalai offered village education during that time to keep children busy learning and minimize the Covid learning gap. Parents were happy.
