Kokila is an 84 year old lady who contributes to our home each month by collecting excess rations from her neighbors and friends. Her faithful and completely voluntary service is outstanding for a person her age, proving that where there is a will, there is a way!

Nivedidyaa is a student from Velammal Vidyalaya School who saves her pocket money all year round, donating it to the children on her birthday. She is getting a priceless education in practicing the beautiful virtues of discipline and charity very early in life.

This generous 12 year old studying at J R K Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Vadapalani visited us on his birthday to donate the pocket money he had been saving all year round for the children of Sri Arunodayam. Instead of a fun party with family and friends he took the time to connect with the children and to know each one by name! His mother Anuradha was instrumental in purchasing and distributing hundis to his friends, encouraging them to share with charities of their choice.

These students have been our children’s constant companions over the past 10 years. They support Prayatna through training programs and by patronizing its products. They volunteer at our in-house programs and external events. They also regularly support our home by providing provisions and personal items for the children.

These students have been regular annual visitors to our home especially during Diwali. They provide provisions and items for the children, and sing bhajans with the children during this time.