ZSM appeals for funds

The Zoroastrian Stree Mandal, Hyderabad and Secunderabad, a charitable institution affiliated to the Indian Council of Social Welfare, has for long been involved in the cause of upliftment of Zoroastrians in the lower strata of society in the twin cities. Thanks to its efforts, the Mandal claims that no needy person is deprived of help for lack of finance. Be it monthly ration supplies, educational assistance or medical expenses, everything is taken care of by the Mandal.

Though the Mandal concentrates most of its activities in the twin cities, it has never shied away from contributing to needy causes anywhere in the country, or giving generously, to the best of its abilities, at times of national calamities and disasters. The Mandal also donates regularly to various social organizations like the Spastics Society of India, Lok Kalyan Samiti, Home for the Aged, Manasvi, etc.

To be able to keep up, especially in today’s trying times, with all such activities, funds become a major cause for concern. The Mandal has consistent fund raising activities in the form of jumble sales, sale of cook books, raffles, fetes and charity premieres, etc, at regular intervals.

This year, as the Mandal enters its 50th year, it would like to invite donations from various trusts, organizations and philanthropists who would be able to help build its corpus, to strengthen the foundation laid half a century ago.

Parsis have been pioneers in philanthropy, and we are sanguine in the knowledge that we will definitely get the help and support we need for our cause, from all over the country and outside. It is our humble request that you contribute towards it to the best of your ability.

Kindly send your donations by cheque/demand draft favoring Zoroastrian Stree Mandal, Secunderabad and Hyderabad to the undersigned at #62, Ishaq Colony, Secunderabad 500001; tel: 040-27846578.

P. P. NALLADARU

President, ZSM, Secunderabad