““The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others.” ” — Mahatma Gandhi
Because every human being deserves care
There is one commitment Seniors For Change has never walked away from, and has no intention of doing so. The AiR Humanitarian Home has been close to our hearts since our earliest days. It is not just our legacy. It is part of who we are.
THE AIR HUMANITARIAN HOME
Care for destitute children and elders is not charity. It is basic human dignity.
SFC Humanitarian Home Scale Impact Section
Nutrition
Daily meals comprising grains, dal, sambhar, vegetables, eggs, and dairy products. Special meals are prepared for festivals and birthdays.
Medical Care
Medicines, routine check-ups, and hospitalization when necessary. Every resident receives consistent, dignified medical attention.
Infrastructure Enhancement
A solar heating system has been donated to the Home. The roof was rebuilt in 2023 through a CSR partnership with ITW Consulting Pvt Ltd at a cost of Rs. 25 lakh, ensuring residents are safe and comfortable through the monsoons.
Scale And Impact
150+
individuals supported at any given time
45+
years of continuous care
Since 1979
a place of refuge for those who have nowhere else to go
SUPPORT THE HUMANITARIAN HOME
Current funding needs
| What you fund | Amount |
|---|---|
| Expand capacity of the Home | Rs. 35 lakh |
| Build a recreation room for residents | To be confirmed |
| Establish a library for residents | To be confirmed |
| Support for children with special needs | To be confirmed |
| Sponsor one month of nutrition for all residents | Rs. 1 lakh |
| Sponsor medical supplies for one quarter | Rs. 1 lakh |
| Sponsor infrastructure improvement | Rs. 5 lakh and above |
Volunteer Now
Visits to celebrate festivals, medical camp organisation, fundraising and awareness campaigns.
Activities
Urban Scholarship Distribution
57 students received SFC Merit Scholarships at a ceremony hosted by Domlur High School, July 2024.
Computer Lab Inauguration
Nutrition for Growth Program
Urban Scholarship Distribution
57 students received SFC Merit Scholarships at a ceremony hosted by Domlur High School, July 8, 2024.
Computer Lab Inauguration
A modern computer lab with 15 desktop stations was inaugurated at Appareddypaliya Primary School as part of the SFC Model School Program.
Nutrition for Growth Program
SFC launched a nutrition initiative to combat hunger and improve student concentration, supported by nutrition scientist Dhruti Bal.
Republic Day Celebration
Appareddypaliya School marked Republic Day with patriotic performances, reinforcing national pride and constitutional values.
Cricket Tournament Victory
Apareddypalya School won its first-ever interschool cricket championship, hosted by the Robinhood Army.
Painting Program
Volunteers and students brightened Appareddypaliya School with a painting initiative on October 7, 2023.
Digital Education Certificate Distribution at PU College
Certificates were awarded to students who completed the certification course in the SFC Digital Literacy Programme. Our partner, VIDYA Foundation, imparted the courses in the SFC computer Labs.
SFC 23rd Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting of Seniors For Change was held on 22.6.24. The members were apprised of the activities undertaken in the previous year and plans for the coming year. Audited Accounts were also presented.
SFC Annual Fellowship Meet on 28.9.24
SFC held its Annual Fellowship Meet on 28.9.24 at the Bangalore Club. Our senior member, B. S. Lamba, was felicitated for his tremendous contribution to SFC and its work.
SFC Annual Stakeholders Meet
SFC’s Annual Stakeholders Meet was held on 11.1.25 at the Bangalore International Centre. The guest speaker, Dr Anandkumar, of Bugworks, gave an inspiring account of his life’s journey. Our esteemed donors, scholars, and beneficiaries attended the event.
Independence Day Celebration at Primary School
SFC participated in the Independence Day Celebration at the Doopananhalli Government Primary School.
Sports Day at High School
SFC sponsored the Annual Sports Day at Domlur Government High School on 5.9.24 and presented trophies to the winners.
Pennies4Pads Menstrual Hygiene Program
SFC facilitated Pennies4Pads to conduct a menstrual hygiene program at Government Girls High School in Hoskote. A year’s supply of sanitary pads was given to each girl free of cost.
Distribution of Scholarship (Urban)
The SFC Merit Scholarship & Mentoring Program for higher education is our flagship program designed to make a huge change in the lives of the underprivileged. On 12.8.24, 74 urban children received the annual scholarship.
Mentoring Session for Urban Scholars
The SFC Merit Scholarship & Mentoring Program’s mentoring element guides scholars for improved academic performance, personal growth, and job-readiness. A session was held for our urban scholars on 6.11.24.
Distribution of Scholarship (Rural)
The SFC Merit Scholarship & Mentoring Program for higher education is our flagship program designed to make a huge change in the lives of the underprivileged. On 9.11.24, 71 rural children received the annual scholarship.
Notebook distribution at Primary School
Every year, SFC provides primary school children with notebooks free of cost for each subject. On 15.6.24, the notebooks were given to each child at the Appareddypaliya Government Primary School.
Remedial English Class at Primary School
The SFC Model School Program covers three Primary Schools. It aims to improve academic performance through remedial classes, develop personality through co-curricular activities, and develop infrastructure. Bloom conducted remedial English classes on 10.7.24.
Extracurricular Program at Primary School
One of the goals of the SFC Model School Program is personality development through co-curricular activities. Our partner, Camp Diaries, held 10 weekly camps to conduct a range of extracurricular activities such as singing, dancing, public speaking, and dramatics. This culminated in a public performance by students where parents and other guests were invited on 2.8.24
Sports Event at Primary School
SFC collaborated with Robinhood Army for an Inter-School Cricket tournament. Appareddypaliya Government Primary School won a trophy.
Robotics Workshop at Primary School
As part of the SFC Model School Program, SFC collaborated with Makers Loft to conduct a Robotics Workshop at the Appareddypaliya Government Primary School on 5.9.24
Painting Program at Primary School
SFC organised a fun-filled painting camp at Appareddypaliya Government Primary School as part of the personality development project of the SFC Model School Program. Pidilite Industries sponsored the event.
Painting Session at Primary School
SFC organised a fun-filled painting camp at Doopanahalli Government Primary School as part of the personality development project of the SFC Model School Program. Pidilite Industries sponsored the event.
Outstation Excursion for Primary School
SFC organised an excursion to Mysore for the children of Apparedypaliya Government Primary School. It was a memorable experience for most of the children, who were visiting these places for the first time.
Computer Lab Inauguration at Primary School
The SFC Digital Education Program aims to establish computer labs in government educational institutions. On 16.7.24, the Lab at Appareddypaliya Government Primary School was inaugurated. Optiv Security (India) Pvt Ltd and Shooting Stars Foundation contributed generously.
Digital Education Certificate Distribution at PU College
Certificates were awarded to students who completed the certification course in the SFC Digital Literacy Programme. Our partner, VIDYA Foundation, imparted the courses in the SFC computer Labs.
SFC 23rd Annual General Meeting
The Annual General Meeting of Seniors For Change was held on 22.6.24. The members were apprised of the activities undertaken in the previous year and plans for the coming year. Audited Accounts were also presented.
SFC Annual Fellowship Meet on 28.9.24
SFC held its Annual Fellowship Meet on 28.9.24 at the Bangalore Club. Our senior member, B. S. Lamba, was felicitated for his tremendous contribution to SFC and its work.
SFC Annual Stakeholders Meet
SFC’s Annual Stakeholders Meet was held on 11.1.25 at the Bangalore International Centre. The guest speaker, Dr Anandkumar, of Bugworks, gave an inspiring account of his life’s journey. Our esteemed donors, scholars, and beneficiaries attended the event.
Independence Day Celebration at Primary School
SFC participated in the Independence Day Celebration at the Doopananhalli Government Primary School.
Sports Day at High School
SFC sponsored the Annual Sports Day at Domlur Government High School on 5.9.24 and presented trophies to the winners.
Pennies4Pads Menstrual Hygiene Program
SFC facilitated Pennies4Pads to conduct a menstrual hygiene program at Government Girls High School in Hoskote. A year’s supply of sanitary pads was given to each girl free of cost.
Behind every door of the Humanitarian Home is a life that deserves to be seen.
Our support for AiR Humanitarian Home is sustained, accountable, and open to partnership. If your organisation is looking to make a direct and visible difference in the lives of the most vulnerable, we would welcome a conversation.