As The Sadhus Shiver In Silence While Meditating, Give Them Warmth & Hope This Winter

And through it all, they remain dedicated to the Almighty and their spirituality. For them, there’s no purpose greater than this.

They Live A Life Of Solitude & Face Numerous Challenges Along The Way Alone

Sadhus are highly respected in Indian spirituality and culture. They live a simple lifestyle and have deep knowledge of spirituality. Their devotion to the divine inspires people to seek inner transformation and look beyond material possessions. Through their teachings and practices, they help people discover the true purpose of life.

“While everyone respects and admires sadhus, people often forget about the numerous challenges they face every single day. They have given up material possessions, including basic necessities like comfortable clothing and shelter. They live a life of solitude, brave harsh weather conditions, and even endure hunger. And they do all of this alone. I believe it is our duty to help them.” - Acharya Lalit krishana, Founder , Vrindavan Sadhu Sewa

As winter approaches, their challenges only increase. Winters in India, especially in the northern regions, can be harsh. While some of us eagerly look forward to the joys of these months, there are thousands of sadhus who have no one to rely on to survive the cold. 

This Winter, Let’s Help These Sadhus Stay Safe and Protected 

The sadhus are preparing to brave the winter months with nothing but the minimal clothing they have, but this leaves them vulnerable to illness. They also struggle to get food, shelter, and more. This year, let’s make winter safe for thousands of sadhus in India. 

Your support will ensure they get blankets, shawls, and sweaters and keep them warm and protected. 

Beneficiary NGOs:

1. Vrindavan Sadhu Seva : Started over 40 years ago, Vrindavan Sadhu Seva has been feeding thousands of sadhus three meals a day on a regular basis. You can help them feed many more.

2. Hope Welfare Trust: An initiative by youngsters with a will to bring about a change in society, especially in rural India, Hope Welfare Trust started as a nascent movement in Varanasi in September 2015. A few students from various universities and colleges joined hands with the aim of bringing about sustainable development in rural Indian villages. Today, they have helped thousands of people in need, along with supporting Sadhus during the pandemic.

3. Shivdham Trust: For the last 5 years, Sanjay Pathak has been working to give the sadhus and others in need a better and more comfortable life through his organization Shivdham Trust. He feeds over 150 hungry sadhus every day. With your help, he can reach out to many more who require support.

4. Shri Mateshwari Annakshetra Samiti: Founded almost 18 years ago, Shri Mateshwari Annakshetra Samiti has been relentlessly working very hard to give the Sadhus of the Himalayas by offering food, basic amenities, and distributing medicines. Their dedication has impacted the lives of countless sadhus so far, and this winter, they want to reach out to many more.