15 NGOs in Delhi Providing a Better Life to the Poor

Delhi being the capital of India and a metro city, unfortunately even this area did not stay behind when it came to having poor people living on the streets or people who can barely make ends meet. There are some people who are helpless, but there may be some out there who try looking for opportunities to work or find some source of income. But for the helpless ones, there are many NGOs working 24*7 to provide a better life.

NGO in Delhi

NGOs in India have been a great way to make our world a better place and have been doing such great selfless deeds and spreading kindness. There are many out there who have been recognized by the society and community as they are somewhere out there making a difference, but many go unrecognized but yet they continue serving and doing their bit. We are covering some top 15 NGOs in Delhi that are providing a better life to the poor.

Through this article, you will be able to have insights into these top 15 NGOs and how are they serving society.

15 NGOs in Delhi Providing a Better Life to the Poor

We are blessed with people who are out there offering services and lending a helping hand to the poor. By doing so, you are only making room for more compassion and love in society. Be it offering shelter, food, money, fundraiser events, health camps, medical aid, or many more, we are sure the poor are grateful that someone has their back too.

Let us look at the top 15 NGOs in Delhi who are helping the poor and doing their bit –

1. Being Green

Along with promoting sustainable practices, they also provide shelter, food, medical assistance, education to the poor, clothing facility/ distribution. Their approach too is very eco-friendly and people-friendly. Being Green is doing a good job to help the community and make this a better place to live in and inculcate green living.

2. Uday Foundation

This NGO provides food to the hungry underprivileged patients admitted in Government hospitals, hygiene and dignity kit for homeless women, educational kits for homeless children, donating blankets every winter to the underprivileged, provide food to the loved ones on death anniversary, and donates old clothes to children who live near railway tracks, older people in hospitals, and daily wagers at construction sites. 

3.  Sapna

An NGO that has been working since 2004 by professionals to mutually work towards one common goal and develop the society. Their way of working is inspired by the Gandhian ideas to help out the poor by providing shelter to unwell and poor people, conducting regular health camps and programs, providing medicines to the poor, regular dialysis, monetary support in surgeries, increasing literacy, gender equity and at the same time securing and protecting the environment.

4.  Robin Hood Army

This NGO collects a large amount of food from restaurants and feeds the poor community and less fortunate people who have no access to basic meals. Their goal and mission are to give back to the community, beat hunger problems, and provide as much food as possible to the poor. What started off in Delhi a few years back has now spread to 133 cities across India including countries like South America, Africa, Canada, and Asia. People who work or volunteer with this NGO are called Robins. Many people like students, young professionals come forward to volunteer to this cause to help the homeless, orphans, old age homes, and public hospitals.  

5.  Smile Foundation

They are on a mission to help the underprivileged in education, healthcare, helping the women become more empowered. They work very closely with providing an extra focus on children’s education, the livelihood of the younger generation, the health of families, and community engagement. Smile Foundation’s strategy is to promote civic-driven changes in the society because of which they have impacted nearly 7,50,000 children and families in the four main sectors mentioned above.

6. Centre for Urban and Regional Excellence

This NGObelieves in equality and provides services accordingly. Their main goal is to bring in sustainable development in urban societies and community development. They help poor people with an opportunity to build toilets in their houses, drinking water facilities, and upgrade citywide slums with plans that affect the environment effectively.

7. Maitri

An NGO since 2005 has been working with the focus on women/elderly women/destitute women/migrant workers who face gender-based violence in their society or families. Along with this, they also help HIV-affected underprivileged communities. They are on a mission to provide education, networking, and legal advocacy.

8. Indian Environmental Society

An NGO established in 1972 with a vision and focus to increase knowledge about our global environmental concerns. They help resolve and develop the environment and believe in the motto of involving the community and helping yourself.

9. Global Peace Foundation India

This Ngo’s activities are focused on peacebuilding, empowering people and their families to join with the government, unique leadership roles, and social connections. They also help in providing services in communities like Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Their motto is One Family under Goa where they strengthen the community and promote peace among various cultures. They have a big involvement in providing information to local communities to learn about investment and how to start a new business.

10.  Niveda Foundation

Education, health, wellness, and empowering women are some of the main focus areas of this NGO. If you notice, our country has to focus on these areas in order to grow and help the ones in need. This NGO is working very hard towards this and for the well-being of our Indian community. Many children don’t have the resources to take up education, so, the organization helps is organizing education mobile van service and because of this, they have helped more than 400 children. Niveda also takes care of the underprivileged people who are going through health issues due to hygiene and runs campaigns along with doctors.

11.  Rahi Foundation

Their support includes self-development, awareness on education, and capacity building. They started in 1996 and have been focusing on helping women who are victims of sexual abuse. They provide elder women who are survivors of psychological traumas. They have surely made a great impact in society and their actions speak louder than words. They want to educate people as much as possible, create awareness, and build resources within India.

12. HelpAge India

They started in 1978 with a mission to provide help to the disadvantaged and elderly people, abuse against the elderly, and serve them to lead healthier lives. They are running a very large mobile healthcare program that helps the older people earn their livelihood, help in cataract surgeries, rehabilitation, etc.

13. Goonj

Provides disaster management relief and community development in Delhi and many parts of India. Goonj was founded in 1999 and focuses on education, livelihood, water facility, sanitation, health care, betterment of the environment, infrastructure, and disaster management.

14.  CARE India

an NGO working for 68 years and trying to reduce poverty, empower women and girls to provide a better life through strategized health, education, and disaster relief projects. So far, they have helped more than 30 million people through over 40 projects and 14 states.

15.  CHILDLINE

A 24-hour free phone service for children who are in need of assistance and aid. They provide long-term care and protection for emergency needs. They have helped over 3 million children across India by responding to them and their needs.

Summary

Though Delhi is an advanced place, there are so many unfortunate incidents that have been taking place for many years. Every year many people end up starting various NGOs out of compassion, empathy, and the need to help out people and our country. We are fortunate that many come forward in various ways to help the unfortunate.

If you in any way feel you want to help out by either monetary or non-monetary methods, you can connect with these NGOs in Delhi and show your support.

You can also volunteer for Sakal Relief Fund, a disaster management NGO to either donate or simply spread the word across.