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Sandipani Muni School
An educated child grows to become an integral part of the social fabric; his learning and skills shape the Nation. A street kid grows up living on begging. Frustration and suffering are his companions, ignorance and delusions make up his living habitat. No confidence, no hope, no mercy, no compassion. He ruins his life and the lives of those around him. A social curse!
Sandipani Muni School stops at the station where nobody stops, and takes on board those who cannot afford a ticket even for the shortest journey—the poorest of the poor!
With affection and patience, Sandipani Muni School carries them across the most difficult part of their journey. From babies of nine months to youth, SMS gives them the tools and confidence which will allow them at the next stop to get off the train, wave farewell with tears of gratefulness in their eyes. As the train leaves, they stand firm with dignity on the platform of adulthood. They are ready to face the world. Now they know they have a chance!
The Sandipani Muni School came from the desire to help many children we saw wandering the streets of Vrindavan every day. Their parents were at work and they had no one to look after them and most families could not afford to send them to school. We wanted to start a school for them and it became possible, because many sponsors and donors came forward. In October 2002, we opened a fully functional school and a kindergarten, the Sandipani Muni School (SMS).
Most of the children came to the school illiterate, but they are very eager to learn. The classes cover the usual areas of education: Hindi, English, math, general knowledge, social studies. In addition we give classes in hygiene and good behavior.
To help fund the school, FFLV started the "Gift of Hope" program, which allows sponsors to guarantee the children's future by giving a monthly donation. The program addresses four needs of the children: education, a nutritious diet, medical care, and school uniforms and warm clothing. We need your help to guarantee the future of each child. A monthly commitment from you would offer a child an opportunity for a better future a "Gift of Hope".
We provide the sponsored children nutritious meals of bread, rice, beans and vegetables. Milk and fruit are also provided, ensuring a complete and well-balanced diet for the children's growing bodies. The food we take for granted in the West is a luxury for needy village children. We offer medical care and give essential vitamins and food supplements. (75% of Indian girls from ten to twenty years old are anemic). We also provide the sponsored children appropriate clothing for each season including school uniforms and shoes.
For more information contact: http://ffl.vrindavan.com/
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