Project Head: Ayantika Chakraborty
Date: December 22, 2021
Approved By: Ms. Riyanka Acharjee
Location: Khelaghar Ashram, Madhyamgram, Kolkata
Approved Budget: ₹10,000 (+ ₹2,000 if required)
Donations Collected: ₹35,145 + 100 unused clothes
Event Duration: 10:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon
Project Aim
The second edition of Paridhan was launched with the heartfelt objective of bringing warmth and comfort to underprivileged children during the winter season. Collaborating with Khelaghar Ashram, this community-driven initiative was all about empathy, action, and impact.
Project Goals
- ✅ Empowerment: Offering practical support through warm clothing to children in need.
- ✅ Community Engagement: Involving the larger community in a cause rooted in compassion.
- ✅ Impact Measurement: Ensuring donations reached the right hands and tracking outreach.
What We Did
- 150 warm clothes were successfully delivered to the orphan children of Khelaghar Ashram.
- Donations were collected in the form of:
- 100 pieces of clothing
- ₹35,145 raised via crowdfunding and personal outreach.
- Though volunteers were unable to hand over the clothes directly to the children, the delivery was ensured to be safe and respectful, handled with care by the Ashram’s management.
Promotional Strategy
The success of this campaign was fueled by an effective mix of:
- 📱 Social Media Outreach: Through Rigel Foundation’s digital platforms.
- 📣 Word of Mouth: Volunteers and supporters spreading awareness locally.
- 💸 Crowdfunding: Engaging donors from diverse backgrounds to contribute.
Impact & Sentiment
While the physical handing-over ceremony couldn’t take place due to situational constraints, the emotional and social impact remained powerful. Volunteers shared how the atmosphere of gratitude and hope at Khelaghar brought deep inner satisfaction and renewed their commitment to social service.
Conclusion
Paridhan 2.0 was a resounding success, not just because it met its goal, but because it reflected the strength of community solidarity. This initiative stands as a reminder that even a single act of kindness can wrap someone in warmth—not just physically, but emotionally too.
The Rigel Foundation expresses deep gratitude to:
- All donors and contributors
- The administration of Khelaghar
- The dedicated team of volunteers who made it possible.
Together, we continue to bring change—one thoughtful step at a time.
