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Destitute's Palace
The inauguration of Destitute’s Palace was held on 23rd June 2024, marking a significant milestone in our journey of service and compassion. The event was graced by the presence of esteemed guests and supporters:
Hon. Tushar Gandhi (Author & Great-grandson of Mahatma Gandhi), Mrs. Soni Sudhir Pherwani (Philanthropist), Mr. Sudhir Pherwani, Dr. John Chelladurai (Dean, Faculty of Interdisciplinary Studies, MGM University, Chhatrapati Sambhajinagar), Dr. Srivalli Natrajan (Dean, Mahatma Gandhi Mission Trust’s Dental College and Hospital, Navi Mumbai), Dr. Ravindra Sethiya, Dr. Rasik Shethiya and Mr. Daniel Koshy (Regional Head, ICICI Bank).
This occasion reflects our unwavering commitment to providing shelter, dignity, and opportunity to those in need.’
Orphaned, abandoned, or left behind – some children arrive at our gates with nothing but the clothes they wear and stories too heavy for their age. At Destitute’s Palace, they find more than shelter. They find dignity, structure, safety and love.
Started in 2024, this is not just a residential space. It’s a home rooted in Gandhian values where every child is cared for like family, where mornings begin with prayer, and nights end with stories and warm meals.
Here, childhood is restored.
What We Provide
- Free boarding in a clean, emotionally nurturing space
- Daily routines anchored in simplicity, service, and learning
- Emotional care by companions who live this work as seva
- Spiritual grounding through interfaith prayers and the spinning wheel
- Full integration with Mahatma Gandhi School for English-medium education
Why “Palace”?
Because here, even those with the least are treated like royalty, with respect, routine, responsibility, and love. We believe that a child who sleeps in peace and wakes up with purpose, is already on the path to greatness.Dignity is not reserved for the wealthy. Here, even those with the least are treated like royalty with respect, routine, responsibility and love. We believe that a child who sleeps in peace and wakes up with purpose, is already on the path to greatness.A palace is not about marble floors or golden thrones.It is about a place where no child feels small, unwanted or invisible.
At Destitute’s Palace, we provide daily nutritious meals to all our children. Below is a summary of our essential monthly grocery needs and their current costs.
Every contribution, big or small, helps us nourish the bodies and spirits of our children.
Tur Dal (100 Kg)
₹12,500
Cooking Oil (60 L)
₹8,700
Rice(200 Kg)
₹12,000
Wheat(150 Kg)
₹7,200
Fruits
₹14,000
Biscuits(200Pkts)
₹2,000
Milk (450 L)
₹23,400
Vegetables
₹24,000