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The Meaning of PRASAD

PRASAD has its origins in Sanskrit and can be defined as a gift that carries blessings to the one who gives and the one who receives. For over 30 years, PRASAD has embodied a way of moving through the world hand in hand—knowing we are mutually transformed by the gifts we give and receive.

Holistic. Sustainable. Life-Changing.

PRASAD takes a HOLISTIC approach to creating SUSTAINABLE programming in collaboration with the communities we serve, resulting in LIFE-CHANGING impact across generations.

PRASAD story

Holistic

Caring for and benefiting the whole person, taking into account physical and mental health and social and economic factors, rather than focusing on just one aspect.

Sustainable

Empowering people to become self-reliant by meeting current needs and considering the needs of future generations.

Life-Changing

Offering services that generate positive life transformation.

PRASAD works in partnership with people to benefit children and communities in need, regardless of race or belief. PRASAD implements innovative solutions that respond to local conditions and cultures.

PRASAD envisions healthy communities, prospering in harmony with the natural environment, where people are inspired to improve the quality of their own and others’ lives.

PRASAD Recognizes the inherent dignity and worth of each person.
PRASAD Respects and loves others.
PRASAD Affirms the spirit of generosity that creates abundance.
PRASAD Believes that human beings have within themselves great virtues, wisdom and capabilities.

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OUR STORY

PRASAD Across the Globe

PRASAD is a global, non-sectarian, charitable organization committed to uplifting the lives of economically disadvantaged people around the world by implementing innovative solutions that respond to local conditions and cultures. Our programs of healthcare and sustainable community development in India, dental care in the United States and eye care in Mexico impact thousands of people annually.

What began as a volunteer effort in the 1970s in India has evolved into an organization with branches in six countries that has benefited millions of people in need.

PRASAD is an effective and acclaimed humanitarian organization that holds special consultative status with the United Nations Economic and Social Council.

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Find PRASAD Around The Globe

U.S.

PRASAD

PRASAD

Tel:
+1.845.434.0376

Fax:
845.434.0377

Email:
prasad@prasad.org

India

PRASAD Chikitsa

Land Lines:
+91.2522.302691
+91.2522.302692

Mobile:
+91.99675.36519

Email:
prasad@prasadchikitsa.org

México

PRASAD de México

Email:
prasad@prasadmexico.org

Australia

PRASAD Australia

Email:
info@prasadaustralia.org

 

Europa

PRASAD Europe

Email:
prasad@prasadeurope.org

Why PRASAD

Making a Positive Difference in People’s Lives

At PRASAD, partnership not only means engaging with community members to develop solutions, it also means recipients holding an individual and collective stake in our work together.

In recognition of the inherent dignity of each person, we believe everyone has the potential to improve their quality of life. This is the core driver of long-term sustainability in our work—where the communities we serve foster self-reliance by playing an integral role in the development and maintenance of our programs.

Program beneficiaries take responsibility for their health and well-being by contributing according to their capacity and ability. In our infrastructure projects, we collaborate with local communities to construct solutions across sustainable community development programs, sanitation, and water security initiatives.

The goal of each PRASAD initiative is to ensure well-being and empower people to help themselves, their communities, and their environment. Having this as our central focus means that our programs are helping people now and are creating a better future for generations to come.

30+ Years Highlights

Here are highlights of more than 30 years of making a positive difference in people’s lives in India:

Mobile Hospital Healthcare Service

people
100000

Nutrition
Program

servings
1000000

Eye Care
Services

people
1000000

Healthcare
Center

visits
800000000

Tuberculosis
Program

cure rate
10 %

(10% above the government target)

Kitchen
Gardens

families
100

Women’s Self-Help Groups

women
100

Arts &
Crafts

students
10000

Tree Planting & Floriculture

saplings
10000

Clean
Water

water filters
100