Shelter

“There are two types of poverty in the world. The first type is due to the lack of food, clothing and shelter. The second type is the poverty of love and compassion. We need to deal with the second type of poverty first. If we have love and compassion, we will wholeheartedly serve and help those who lack food, clothing and shelter.”

– Amma

1989: Nurturing Hope

In 1989, the Ashram took on the stewardship of an orphanage in Kerala on the brink of closure, where children languished in malnutrition and substandard conditions.

Transformation and Care

With a deep commitment to their well-being, Amma spearheaded a complete overhaul of the facilities, turning Amrita Niketan into a nurturing haven for 500 children today.

Holistic Development

At Amrita Niketan, children receive not just loving care but also nutritious meals, top-tier education, and training in traditional arts, fostering holistic growth and empowerment.

Building Homes, Building Lives Since 1996, Amma’s initiatives have led to the construction of over 47,000 homes across Bharat and Sri Lanka, offering shelter to families and disaster survivors, complete with essential amenities

Dignity for Elders

In 2003, the first of five care homes opened their doors, providing shelter and dignity to impoverished elderly individuals. Today, these homes stand as beacons of compassionate care in multiple locations.

Global Outreach

Beyond Bharat’s borders, Amma’s compassion extends to Kenya, where a care center supports 160 children from underprivileged backgrounds, offering not just sustenance but also education and healthcare.

Strengthening Communities with Energy

In 2014, a tribal village in Kerala found light through a solar microgrid, empowering villagers with training in sustainable energy management. This initiative has since blossomed, lighting up rural Bharat with 40 self-sustaining grids across 13 villages.

Creating Sustainable Futures

These initiatives not only transform lives but also pave the way for sustainable futures, embodying Amma’s vision of holistic, compassionate, and sustainable development.