Social Outreach Programme
Article By: Anusha Binu Kalthil, III Semester, BCom A, Kristu Jayanti College (Autonomous)
Date: 25 September 2018
Venue: Home of Faith Charitable Trust, Hennur Bagalur Road, Kothanur, Bengaluru
Class: III Semester BCom, Section A
Name of the Class Animator: Prof. Surjit Singha
The Objective of the Programme:
The objective of the programme was to provide assistance to the underprivileged and contribute to their integral development within the capabilities of the institution in order to meet their day-to-day and psychological needs, further to sensitize the students about the realities of the society and to develop people oriented attitudes and concern for others.
We read from 2 Corinthians 9:6 -7, “Remember this: Whoever sows sparingly will also reap sparingly, and whoever sows generously will also reap generously. Each man should give what he has decided in his heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion, for God loves a cheerful giver.” Inspired by the above words, students of third semester BCom, Section (A), under the guidance of the Class Teacher conducted a Social Outreach Programme (SoP) and had visited Home of Faith.
In Kristu Jayanti College we believe that the society which we live in, is the most important element, and students are collectively and individually encouraged to be responsible and do their best part for the welfare of the society. One such program is the Social Outreach Programme, where the entire section of a class visits to various NGOs like orphanages, old-age homes, and children’s home to extend their support in a best possible way.
Students of BCom (A) 3rd semester along with their class animator collected funds which were contributed generously and few had also contributed a large amount of grocery. Students along with their Class Animator Prof. Surjit Singha visited Home of Faith Charitable Trust on 25 September 2018.
Home of Faith was founded in the year 2006, the founder stated that God’s love had motivated him to take this assignment and touch the lives of children who had lost their parents and are homeless. HoF is an orphanage for both boys and girls, children who are residing there are as young as two years to their early teens.
The atmosphere at the Home of Faith is peaceful and children’s were full of love and energy to see the visitors, the very smile and joy had enlightened everyone and the guests were welcomed with bright smiles and open arms.
A bright young girl named Prathana had welcomed the guest of Kristu Jayanti with a beautiful song; Students of Kristu Jayanti had conducted various programmes for the children’s like action songs, beatboxing, songs, and dance.
It was a fun and a memorable day for each one of us. Hope this Programme inspires many to conduct such programme.
Here’s a little-detailed description of the things we provided them with:-
- Rice 65 Kg
- Sunflower Oil 20 Liters
- Wheat Flour: 20 Kg
- Tata salt
- Sugar
- Chilli powder
- Soya beans 15 pack
- Coriander powder
- Turmeric powder
- Chana Dal
- Moong Dal
- Disinfectant (clean citrus) 2 L
- Vim liquid 500 ml
- Shampoo
- Writing Pens
- Chart Papers
- Soap
Feedback from the students:-
- I am very happy to be a part of the SOP. It’s a good initiative taken by the college.
- I felt very good to meet all the kids.
- Visiting Home of Faith was one of the best memories! Loved the time spent with kids!
- It was wonderful to see all the kids, they were so happy and enjoyed their time. I felt very privileged to visit the home of faith. Learned a lot of things, most importantly to be thankful for the life that God has gifted us. Big thanks to our college and our dear class teacher for this wonderful time.
- It was truly a beautiful experience of visiting Home of Faith and to spend some quality time with the children. It teaches us that happiness is not found in money or luxury, it is a feeling that comes from the energy of love between people. I perhaps was one of the lucky ones along with my classmates to experience it.
- Big Thanks to the college and our teachers.
- Home of faith has changed our lives, it has shown us the real love between humans and I thank each and every one who planned this journey and I wish to visit HoF again in the future.
“Charity is indeed a blessing to those who receive it and to those who give it”.
Surjit 