Education for Sanitary Workers' Children
Children of municipal sanitary workers grow up in poverty cycles their parents couldn't escape. We provide daily coaching, study materials, and nutrition support — so their story ends differently.
KANAVU PADIKATTU
In Trichy's underserved slums, children fall behind without after-school support. Our evening centres give them the one-on-one attention government schools can't. Dreams don't wait — and neither do we.
Supplementary Education for Refugee Camp Children
Displaced children in Tamil Nadu's refugee camps are the most educationally vulnerable. Manitham brings structured learning directly to the camps — because no child should pay for where they were born.
The highest youth recognition in Tamil Nadu
awarded directly by the Chief Minister in 2023 for over a decade of grassroots social work across Trichy's most underserved communities.
Best Social Worker Award — Bishop Heber College, Trichy
Recognised by one of Trichy's most respected academic institutions for outstanding contribution to community welfare and social development in Tamil Nadu.
Golden Heart Guardian Award — ICRS 2024
Honoured at the International Congress on Renaissance in Sports (ICRS 2024) for exceptional humanitarian commitment and community leadership at the international level.
Best Social Worker Award — Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India
Awarded at the prestigious Mini India event 2019 by the Regional Directorate of NSS, Chennai — a national-level recognition of Manitham's impact on youth and community.
Periyar Award — Tamil Nadu Lawyers Association
Conferred by the Tamil Nadu Lawyers Association in the name of the great social reformer Periyar — recognising Manitham's commitment to equality, justice, and community upliftment.
Constant Contributor for Women Empowerment — Vision 2020
Recognised for sustained, long-term contribution to women's financial independence and empowerment through skills training and leadership programmes across Tamil Nadu.
Community Contributor Award — Social Development Association, Chennai
Awarded by the Social Development Association, Chennai, for consistent and impactful community development work serving children, women, and elders across Tamil Nadu.
COVID-19 Warrior Award — Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India
Nationally recognised for frontline humanitarian service during the COVID-19 pandemic — delivering meals to 1,500+ patients at government hospitals and supporting women and children in crisis.
Published Research on COVID-19 & Mental Health
Founder Mr. R. Dinesh Kumar's research — "Analysis of Psycho-Social Apprehensions of Common Man Linked with COVID-19 Pandemic" — published in an academic journal, reflecting both scholarly and field expertise.
Support Us
Every rupee you give directly reaches a child, an elder, or a woman rebuilding her life in Trichy. Donations are 80G tax-exempt.
Every rupee you give directly reaches a child, an elder, or a woman rebuilding her life in Trichy. Donations are 80G tax-exempt.
Every rupee you give directly reaches a child, an elder, or a woman rebuilding her life in Trichy. Donations are 80G tax-exempt.
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Preset Amounts: ₹500 | ₹1000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 | Custom
MONTHLY GIVING
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Children's Education
Children's Education (Photo: child studying) KANAVU PADIKATTU Sponsor one child's evening coaching, study materials, and nutrition for an entire month. ₹1000 / month
Children's Education
Children's Education (Photo: child studying) KANAVU PADIKATTU Sponsor one child's evening coaching, study materials, and nutrition for an entire month. ₹1000 / month
₹1000
Support Us
Every rupee you give directly reaches a child, an elder, or a woman rebuilding her life in Trichy. Donations are 80G tax-exempt.
Every rupee you give directly reaches a child, an elder, or a woman rebuilding her life in Trichy. Donations are 80G tax-exempt.
Every rupee you give directly reaches a child, an elder, or a woman rebuilding her life in Trichy. Donations are 80G tax-exempt.
Progress Bar:₹X raised of ₹5,00,000 goal (update with real figure)
Preset Amounts: ₹500 | ₹1000 | ₹1,500 | ₹2,000 | Custom
MONTHLY GIVING
ADOPT A CAUSE
Children's Education
Children's Education (Photo: child studying) KANAVU PADIKATTU Sponsor one child's evening coaching, study materials, and nutrition for an entire month. ₹1000 / month
₹1000
Elder Care
Elder Care (Photo: elder at the home) MANITHAM OLD AGE CARE Cover one elder's daily meals, medicines, and shelter for a full month of dignity. ₹1,000 / month
₹1000
Refugee Children
Refugee Children (Photo: refugee camp child) SRI LANKAN REFUGEE SUPPORT Fund education and nutrition for one displaced child — giving them a future beyond the camp. ₹1500 / month
₹1000
The Beginning — 2012
Started evening coaching for 80 underprivileged children in Sempattu slum. Began serving roadside elders and mentally ill individuals with food and shelter in Trichy.
- First evening study centre opened
- 80 children enrolled
- Roadside elder care started
Growing — 2014 to 2015
Partnered with Action Aid India on bonded labour children's education. Led Lebara Foundation's Sri Lankan refugee children project in collaboration with the Government of Tamil Nadu.
- Refugee children programme launched
- HIV-affected children supported
- Government partnership established
Expanding — 2018 to 2020
Formally registered as Manitham Trust. Launched old age home, women empowerment programme, and Manitham Digital School. Led COVID-19 relief — 1,500+ patients served daily at government hospitals.
- Trust officially registered
- Old age home operational
- COVID-19 Warrior Award received
Today — 2024
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister's Best Youth Award. 8 national and state awards. 300+ children. 500 elders rescued. 23,000+ meals served. Still growing. Still serving every day.
- 80G & 12A certified
- 5 active programmes
- 12+ years of uninterrupted service
Tamil Nadu Chief Minister's State Best Youth Award
The highest youth recognition in Tamil Nadu — awarded directly by the Chief Minister in 2023 for over a decade of grassroots social work across Trichy's most underserved communities.
Best Social Worker Award — Bishop Heber College, Trichy
Recognised by one of Trichy's most respected academic institutions for outstanding contribution to community welfare and social development in Tamil Nadu.
Golden Heart Guardian Award — ICRS 2024
Honoured at the International Congress on Renaissance in Sports (ICRS 2024) for exceptional humanitarian commitment and community leadership at the international level.
Best Social Worker Award — Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India
Awarded at the prestigious Mini India event 2019 by the Regional Directorate of NSS, Chennai — a national-level recognition of Manitham's impact on youth and community.
Periyar Award — Tamil Nadu Lawyers Association
Conferred by the Tamil Nadu Lawyers Association in the name of the great social reformer Periyar — recognising Manitham's commitment to equality, justice, and community upliftment.
Constant Contributor for Women Empowerment — Vision 2020
Recognised for sustained, long-term contribution to women's financial independence and empowerment through skills training and leadership programmes across Tamil Nadu.
Community Contributor Award — Social Development Association, Chennai
Awarded by the Social Development Association, Chennai, for consistent and impactful community development work serving children, women, and elders across Tamil Nadu.
COVID-19 Warrior Award — Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India
Nationally recognised for frontline humanitarian service during the COVID-19 pandemic — delivering meals to 1,500+ patients at government hospitals and supporting women and children in crisis.
Published Research on COVID-19 & Mental Health
Founder Mr. R. Dinesh Kumar's research — "Analysis of Psycho-Social Apprehensions of Common Man Linked with COVID-19 Pandemic" — published in an academic journal, reflecting both scholarly and field expertise.
The highest youth recognition in Tamil Nadu
awarded directly by the Chief Minister in 2023 for over a decade of grassroots social work across Trichy's most underserved communities.
Best Social Worker Award — Bishop Heber College, Trichy
Recognised by one of Trichy's most respected academic institutions for outstanding contribution to community welfare and social development in Tamil Nadu.
Golden Heart Guardian Award — ICRS 2024
Honoured at the International Congress on Renaissance in Sports (ICRS 2024) for exceptional humanitarian commitment and community leadership at the international level.
Best Social Worker Award — Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India
Awarded at the prestigious Mini India event 2019 by the Regional Directorate of NSS, Chennai — a national-level recognition of Manitham's impact on youth and community.
Periyar Award — Tamil Nadu Lawyers Association
Conferred by the Tamil Nadu Lawyers Association in the name of the great social reformer Periyar — recognising Manitham's commitment to equality, justice, and community upliftment.
Constant Contributor for Women Empowerment — Vision 2020
Recognised for sustained, long-term contribution to women's financial independence and empowerment through skills training and leadership programmes across Tamil Nadu.
Community Contributor Award — Social Development Association, Chennai
Awarded by the Social Development Association, Chennai, for consistent and impactful community development work serving children, women, and elders across Tamil Nadu.
COVID-19 Warrior Award — Ministry of Youth Affairs & Sports, Government of India
Nationally recognised for frontline humanitarian service during the COVID-19 pandemic — delivering meals to 1,500+ patients at government hospitals and supporting women and children in crisis.
Published Research on COVID-19 & Mental Health
Founder Mr. R. Dinesh Kumar's research — "Analysis of Psycho-Social Apprehensions of Common Man Linked with COVID-19 Pandemic" — published in an academic journal, reflecting both scholarly and field expertise.