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Dignity Foundation

Sector
Elderly
Sub Sector
Care & Services
Tax Deduction
50% u/s 80G of The Income Tax Act, 1961
FCRA

UN Sustainable Development Goals:

Reduced Inequalities

% Spent on Beneficiaries

89%

HelpYourNGO USP: Our Research Team studies the NGO's financials to arrive at ratios, variances and the % spent on beneficiaries. This % is the proportion of direct program expenses to total expenditure for the latest financial year, indicating the total direct spend on beneficiaries.

NGO Details

Year of Establishment : 1998
Registered Address : B-206, Byculla Services Industries Premises, Dadoji Kondev Marg, Byculla (E), Mumbai 400027, Maharashtra
Website : https://www.dignityfoundation.com
Email : responsedignity@dignityfoundation.com; javed.sheikh@dignityfoundation.com
Telephone : +91 22 61381100, 9152017120
Donor Contact : Ms. Fazilat Biviji (CEO) / 9136289785 / fazilat.malkapurwala@dignityfoundation.com
Registered Under : The Bombay Public Trust Act, 1950, The Societies Registration Act, 1860
Auditor : B.D. Jokhakar & Co.
Bankers : IDBI Bank Axis Bank Bank of Maharashtra
Trustees/Directors/Managing Committee: : Dr. Sheilu Sreenivasan, Founder President , Mr. Gopal Srinivasan, Mg Trustee , Mr. Pranay Vakil, Trustee , Ms. Sweta Vakil, Trustee , MS. Lulu Raghavan, Trustee , MR. Anand Dalal, Trustee , MR. Atul Bansal, Trustee ,

Presence

Programs

Dignity Foundation is a pioneering organization committed to enriching the lives of senior citizens in India. With a vision to change societal perceptions of aging, it works to empower elders by providing dignity, care, and opportunities for purposeful living. Its mission is to ensure that senior citizens lead secure, active, and fulfilling lives through well-structured programs focused on health, emotional wellbeing, and social engagement.

Major Interventions:
Dignity Foundation operates Geriatric Day Care Centres, offering safe spaces for senior citizens to socialize, engage in recreational activities, and receive health support. These centres address loneliness, promote physical fitness, and ensure nutritious meals, fostering an environment where seniors can thrive and connect.

It runs Dementia Day Care Centres, providing specialized care for individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia. Through activities like cognitive exercises, music therapy, and memory games, the centres improve emotional and physical wellbeing while offering respite to caregivers.

Health support is a priority, with initiatives like the Geriatric Mobile Physiotherapy Van delivering doorstep services for mobility-related issues. The foundation also organizes regular medical check-ups, camps, and awareness sessions to ensure seniors receive essential healthcare.

Dignity Foundation’s Loneliness Mitigation Centres serve as platforms for emotional connection and creative expression. Activities such as yoga, Zumba, games, and discussions enhance mental and physical health, while cultural programs and celebrations foster a strong sense of community.

Through the Anand Daan program, monthly ration kits are distributed to underprivileged senior citizens, ensuring food security and peace of mind for those living in vulnerable conditions. This initiative addresses basic needs, allowing elders to live with dignity.

The Chai Masti Centres provide recreational opportunities for seniors, featuring interactive sessions, workshops, and social gatherings. These centres offer a joyful environment where elders can rediscover hobbies, share experiences, and build lasting friendships.

Key Donors

  • Axis Foundation
  • Lotus Trust
  • Rotary Club
  • Medusind Solutions India Pvt. Ltd.
  • STCI Finance Ltd.
  • Kotak Mahindra Bank
  • Nihchal Israni Foundation
  • Nirlon Ltd.

Awards & Recognition

  • 'Vayoshreshta Samman' by the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Govt. of India - 2009

HelpYourNGO Support

₹ 2,222,789

Donation Options

  • ₹1,200/- to support an elderly's ration needs for a year
  • ₹5,000/- to support services of the Elderly Day Care Center in Mumbai

Financials

Income & Expenditure Statement
FY 2022 (₹) FY 2023 (₹) FY 2024 (₹)
Income
Government Sources 1,549,978 2,758,660 3,750,408
Foreign Sources - 2,834,486 -
Institutional Sources 19,418,791 28,154,628 38,362,328
General Donations 20,597,507 15,099,044 14,314,180
Sales/Fees 3,623,588 8,541,645 9,475,683
Interest/Dividend 483,355 592,868 547,128
Other Income 216,732 160,251 104,365
Total Income (A) 45,889,951 58,141,582 66,554,092
Expenditure
Direct Program Activities 35,582,886 45,172,396 55,982,355
Program Staff Cost - - -
Travel Expenses 85,788 207,774 -
Direct Program Expenses 35,582,886 45,172,396 55,982,355
Fund Raising Expenses - 15,300 -
General Staff Cost 2,183,854 4,700,598 -
Overhead Expenses 2,874,023 4,893,710 7,113,767
Depreciation 643,413 838,836 9,768,892
Other Expenses/Transfers - - -
Total Expenditure (B) 41,369,964 55,828,614 72,865,014
 
Surplus / Deficit (A-B) 4,519,987 2,312,968 -6,310,922
Balance Sheet
FY 2022 (₹) FY 2023 (₹) FY 2024 (₹)
Assets
Fixed Assets 3,230,084 4,207,080 5,418,731
Current Assets 4,673,186 2,136,919 2,938,645
Cash And Bank 3,041,942 4,373,253 2,480,430
Total Current Assets 10,945,212 10,717,252 10,837,806
Investments 10,305,720 8,936,255 10,364,416
Accumulated Deficits 2,645,466 332,498 -
Total Assets 23,896,398 19,986,005 21,202,222
Liabilities
Trust Corpus 4,714,748 4,731,148 4,731,148
General Funds - - 2,148,580
Earmarked Funds 4,050,364 1,658,283 2,901,032
Unutilized Grants - - -
Total 8,765,112 6,389,431 9,780,760
Loans 5,600,000 5,600,000 5,600,000
Loans (From Members) - - -
Current Liabilities 9,531,286 7,996,574 5,821,462
Other Liabilities - - -
Total Liabilities 23,896,398 19,986,005 21,202,222
Financial Notes
1) Government sources include donations received from Rotary clubs.
2) Sales/Fees mainly include membership fees received from members & events and activities conducted.
3) Other income includes write-back of expenses provided in earlier years but no longer required, sale of vehicles/scrap, miscellaneous, etc.
4) No breakup of expenditure has been disclosed for FY24.

Additional Information

FY 2022 (₹) FY 2023 (₹) FY 2024 (₹)
Beneficiary Details
Direct Beneficiaries (nos.) - 10,000 12,000
Indirect Beneficiaries (nos.) - 20,000 24,000
Average Cost per Direct Beneficiary (₹) - - -
Staff Details
No. of Staff - 55 62
Number of Consultants - 33 28
Number Of Volunteers - - -
Total - 88 90
Highest Paid Full-Time Staff (₹ p.a.) - 1,725,000 1,818,443
Lowest Paid Full-Time Staff (₹ p.a.) - 45,402 214,584

Financial Overview:
Income and Expenses

Peer Comparison

NGO Name Sector Sub Sector Location % Spent on Beneficiaries Income (₹) Expense (₹) FY
Shield Foundation Elderly Care & Services Maharashtra 98 521,990 506,351 2013
Aastha Foundation, Aurangabad Elderly Home/Shelter Maharashtra 94 1,830,895 2,857,346 2023
Sarojini Naidu Rural Welfare and Educational Trust Elderly Home/Shelter Tamil Nadu 94 198,101 197,489 2013
Agewell Foundation Elderly Advocacy Delhi 93 37,018,318 36,388,625 2024
India Community Development Service Society Elderly Care & Services Karnataka 90 8,663,719 8,058,304 2020
Dignity Foundation Elderly Care & Services Maharashtra 89 66,554,092 72,865,014 2024