Society for Aid to People in Need of Assistance
Two decades of Sewa — our story, inspiration and governing body.
SAPNA evolved from our nascent steps at the Safdarjung Hospital and AIIMS. Our engagement, limited initially to addressing the needs of a few patients, turned our attention to the destitution and despair of multitudes of the poor and vulnerable faced with exorbitant medical and other expenses far beyond their means. It also turned our attention to the adverse public health environment and made us dream of an equity-oriented, people-centric model of healthcare capable of taking care of people who are unable to afford elementary healthcare, nutritional support and medical attention.
What began as a modest effort in 2004 grew into a steadfast commitment to uphold the fundamental human right to health, education, and livelihood. Through all this, our core value of SEWA — selfless work — has endured, as has our commitment to social justice and determination to redress suffering.
At the Trauma Centre and Safdarjung Hospital our caregivers provide all-round support to homeless patients, some in a comatose state. Their rehabilitation is a major responsibility which SAPNA voluntarily undertakes. Many are sent to Anandam — our flagship homes in Alwar, Rajasthan. Over the years we have treated many disadvantaged people at our institutional facilities, provided palliative care to hundreds, and sheltered hundreds of homeless.
NGO SAPNA was registered in Delhi under the Societies Registration Act on 21st October, 2004. It was founded by a group of professionals who shared a dream to work on a people-centric model of development in areas of health, education, gender, community development and social welfare.
Inspired by Gandhian ideals of 'Sewa' — selfless service — SAPNA's mission is to work as an 'agent of change' to support and empower the poor and the marginalized. Transparency and accountability form the bedrock of all our work. Discipline and integrity are our hallmarks. We believe every human being deserves dignity, health, and opportunity regardless of their circumstances.
21 October 2004 under Societies Registration Act, Delhi
Authorised to receive foreign contributions for charitable work
All Indian donations eligible for Income Tax benefit
Voluntary norms of good governance and transparency
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