Support Rotary’s Mission: Serve 50,000 Daily Meals to Those in Need in Andhra Pradesh
Join Rotary in the Fight Against Hunger: Help Expand the HKM Charitable Foundations Mangalagiri Kitchen to serve 50,000 meals daily
Rotary International District 3150, in collaboration with Nirmaan Organization, is proud to support the Hare Krishna Movement Charitable Foundation (HKM) which supplies daily, nutritious meals to the poor and underprivileged through the Anna Canteens Program of Andhra Pradesh State Government. This life-saving initiative ensures that no one in need goes hungry, and with your support, we can scale its impact even further.
For over a decade, the HKM Charitable Foundation has successfully served over 160 million meals to those in need. In partnership with the Andhra Pradesh State Government, the foundation’s kitchen supplies daily meals to 33 Anna Canteens located across Mangalagiri, Vijayawada, Guntur, Bapatla, Tadepalli, Narasaraopet, Chirala, and beyond, through its state-of-the-art community kitchen in Mangalagiri. However, with demand skyrocketing to over 40,000 meals daily, the kitchen’s existing capacity of 25,000 meals per day is no longer sufficient, leading to heavy reliance on manual labor to cope with demand. The HKM Charitable Foundation is part of ISKCON Movement and a sister organization of the Akshaya Patra Foundation.
The Expansion Plan: Building Capacity for a Hunger-Free Future
To meet this rising demand, the Mangalagiri kitchen requires an urgent upgrade. By modernizing the facility with advanced equipment such as curry machines, vegetable cutting machines, poori-making machines, insulated containers, and food distribution vehiclesthe kitchen’s capacity will increase to 50,000 meals daily, with the flexibility to scale up by an additional 30% during emergencies.
The total cost of this essential expansion is 2.255 crores. With your help, we can ensure that this facility is equipped to continue feeding those in need.
Nirmaans Role: Enabling a Seamless Transformation
Nirmaan Organization, as the enabling partner for Rotary International District 3150, plays a crucial role in making this expansion possible.
Nirmaan will:
- ➡ Support fundraising efforts to ensure the necessary resources are mobilized.
- ➡ Oversee vendor due diligence to guarantee high-quality procurement of equipment.
- ➡ Coordinate procurement and delivery of the required equipment, ensuring the timely installation of all essential machinery and infrastructure.
Your Contribution Matters
This is where YOU come in. The Rotary Clubs of District 3150 are mobilizing resources for this expansion, but we need your support to bring this vision to life. Every donation, large or small, will directly contribute to feeding thousands of individuals who rely on Anna Canteens for their daily sustenance.
Together, we can build a future where no one goes hungry. By supporting the expansion of the Mangalagiri kitchen, you are helping create a lasting impact on the fight against hunger.
How Your Contribution Will Be Utilized
| Equipment Required for the Existing Community Kitchen at Mangalagiri, Andhra Pradesh | ||||
| Sl | Description of the Equipment Required | Qty | Cost per unit (in ₹) |
Total (in ₹) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Triple Layer Rice Cauldron | 2 | 12,50,000 | 25,00,000 |
| 2 | Food Distribution Vehicles (Ashok Leyland Dost) | 8 | 10,00,000 | 80,00,000 |
| 3 | Curry Machines (500 L) | 2 | 5,60,000 | 11,20,000 |
| 4 | Multi Utility Grinders (40 L) | 2 | 1,30,000 | 2,60,000 |
| 5 | Vegetable Cutting Machines (VG 250) | 2 | 1,30,000 | 2,60,000 |
| 6 | SS Insulated Double Jacket Vessels (30 L) | 1000 | 5,000 | 50,00,000 |
| 7 | SS Insulated Isothermal Food Container (30 L) | 200 | 9,150 | 18,30,000 |
| 8 | Poori Making Machine | 1 | 25,00,000 | 25,00,000 |
| 9 | Support and Processing Expenses (Platform charges, payment gateway, accounting and auditing, reporting etc.) | 10,80,000 | ||
| TOTAL | 2,25,50,000 | |||
Kitchen in Action: Preparing Meals for Those in Need
How You Can Help
- ➡ Donate Now: Your generous contribution will directly fund the kitchen expansion.
- ➡ Share the Mission: Spread the word to your network and encourage others to get involved.
- Volunteer: Work with your local Rotary Club or Nirmaan to contribute your time and skills.
Exclusive Donor Benefits and Recognition
As a valued donor to this initiative, you will enjoy several privileges as a token of our appreciation for your support:
- ➡ Wall of Gratification: Donors contributing ₹50,000 and above will have their names featured on the Wall of Gratification, proudly displayed at the Mangalagiri Kitchen premises.
- ➡ Tax Benefits: Contributions to this project are eligible for tax deductions under Section 80G in India and under 501(c)(3) in the USA.
- ➡ Corporate CSR Fulfillment: Corporate entities can fulfil their Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) obligations through their contributions under this project
By supporting this campaign, you not only help fight hunger but also receive recognition and benefits that reflect your commitment to the community.
Lets unite for a hunger-free tomorrow. Join us in this sacred mission to feed the hungry, ensuring no one in Andhra Pradeshor beyond—goes without a meal.
Donate today and make a difference!
Gallery
Triple Layer Rice Cauldron
Food Distribution Vehicle- Representative Photo
Curry Machine
Multi Utility Grinder
Vegetables Cutting Machine
SS Insulated Double Jacket Vessels
SS Insulated Isothermal Food Container
Poori Making Machine
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
The Anna Canteens Program in Andhra Pradesh provides highly subsidized meals at just 5 to ensure affordable access to nutritious food for low-income communities. Launched in 2018, the program aims to combat hunger and promote food security across the state, serving meals in collaboration with charitable organizations and NGOs such as Hare Krishna Movement Charitable Foundation.
The Anna Canteens served by the Mangalagiri kitchen are located across several regions, including Mangalagiri, Vijayawada, Guntur, Bapatla, Tadepalli, Narasaraopet, and Chirala, among others.
This project will provide more meals to those in need, reduce food insecurity in Andhra Pradesh, and create a reliable meal system even in times of crisis. The upgraded kitchen will serve not only daily meals but also provide a lifeline during emergencies.
The goal is to raise ₹2.255 crores to expand and upgrade the Mangalagiri kitchen, which currently provides 25,000 meals daily. The expansion will increase the kitchen’s capacity to serve 50,000 meals per day, with an additional 30% capacity during emergencies.
Your donation will go toward the purchase of modern kitchen equipment, such as curry machines, vegetable cutters, poori-making machines, insulated containers, and food distribution vehicles. This equipment will allow the kitchen to operate more efficiently and increase meal production capacity.
This initiative is led by Rotary International District 3150 to support the Mangalagiri Kitchen of the Hare Krishna Movement Charitable Foundation, a sister organization of The Akshaya Patra Foundation. Rotary has partnered with Nirmaan to be the enabling partner - providing support for fundraising, vendor due diligence, procurement, and delivery to ensure the project’s success.
Rotary International District 3150 has a strong, long-standing partnership with Nirmaan Organization, having collaborated on several impactful fundraising campaigns and initiatives over the years. Given this trusted relationship and Nirmaan's proven track record, Rotary brought them on board to ensure accountability, transparency, and effective management of campaign funds.
Donations can be made directly to Nirmaan through this secure online platform. You can contribute any amount, and every donation makes a meaningful impact on expanding the Mangalagiri kitchen to feed more people in need.
Yes, donations made to Nirmaan Organization are tax-deductible under Section 80G of the Income Tax Act for Indian taxpayers. You will receive a receipt and details for claiming your deduction upon donation.
Yes, you can volunteer through your local Rotary Club or partner with Nirmaan Organization to assist with ongoing efforts. Additionally, spreading the word about this campaign through your networks can greatly help raise awareness and increase support.
We will regularly update our fundraising progress on this page, so you can track how close we are to reaching our goal of 2.255 crores. You’ll also receive updates on how the funds are being used to expand the kitchen.
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