United Way Mumbai

In the dry landscapes of Saswad, Pune district, Maharashtra, farmers have been facing significant challenges due to limited water resources. And so, back in 2022, through #ProjectAbhyuday, we set out on a journey together with farmers from Parinche village, implementing various soil and water conservation structures with support from John Deere Financial India Pvt. Ltd. One of our tasks on hand was rejuvenating the community water stream, focusing on desilting the vital water source that holds the promise of maximising yield and increasing water availability for a prolonged duration. Additionally, doing so would also ensure that these resources are used efficiently and equitably by all, while protecting the quality of the water. Over the course of just one month, we excavated 13,500 cubic metres of soil, allowing the water stream to reach its full capacity of 1.35 crore litres. This effort not only enhanced water availability but also repurposed the excavated soil to turn barren land into productive agricultural fields, benefitting over 1,000 community members! By transforming barren land into productive agricultural fields, our work through #ProjectAbhyuday aims to support local farmers like Rohidas Shevte, improve community resilience, and ensure sustainable livelihoods in the region. Here are few pictures of the before-and-after transformation! If you would like to learn more about our initiatives under #ProjectAbhyuday or simply support local farmers, head here: https://lnkd.in/dkmWfcpX #UnitedWayMumbai #SocialImpactDoneRight #JalSanjivani #ProjectUpdates #SustainableLivelihoods #Agriculture #WaterRejuvenation #EmpoweringFarmers #FarmersFirst #JaiKisaan

Our remarkable #ChangeRunners and #YoungLeaders are taking strides for change in the lead-up to the #TataMumbaiMarathon2025, each raising over INR 1.75L for causes that matter to them on the UWM platform. Join us in congratulating our Change Runners and Young Leaders of the Week who are helping us make #TMM2025 so special! Lijo Velliyamkandathil for raising funds for KARUNYA TRUST KALYAN DIOCESE and Young Leaders Krisshna J. Peswani for raising funds for Central Chinmaya Mission Trust Purvi Rajesh Unarkat and Sherin Sarah, each for raising funds for ADHAR Want to know how they’re making a difference? Head to the leaderboard https://lnkd.in/dWvH_cG4 and get inspired to join the movement. You too can support a cause by simply starting your own fundraising journey with an NGO of your choice. Let’s #RunForaCause and make #TMM2025 a game changer! #SocialImpactDoneRight #UnitedWayMumbai #PhilanthropyPartner #TataMumbaiMarathon #ChangeBeginsHere #HarDilMumbai #SportsMeetsPhilanthropy #PhilanthropyInitiatives #MarathonsinMumbai

As part of our commitment towards enhancing health-seeking behavior in our communities, we at United Way Mumbai have been working towards improving the eye health of seniors. Recently, with ExxonMobil's support, we launched a series of free eye checkup camps across Mumbai. So far, we’ve held three camps in Jogeshwari, Datta Tekdi, Shed Center in Dharavi, and Makhurd, providing vision care to 245 elderly individuals. Our goal is to screen over 500 seniors in the upcoming camps. By addressing undiagnosed vision issues, with the help of on-site ophthalmologists, we aim to offer consultations and solutions, mostly through a pair of spectacles, and in some cases, even referrals for further treatment. This has even helped us detect common age-related vision problems such as cataracts, glaucoma, and presbyopia, and guide elderly individuals to appropriate care. Together, we’re making eye care accessible for our elderly community! #UnitedWayMumbai #SocialImpactDoneRight #HealthyCommunities #EyeCare #AccessibleEyeCare #Healthcare #NGOsinMumbai #HealthCamps #EyeCheckups

Importance of Water conservation and improving water productivity in agriculture are critical for India's sustainability, as agriculture consumes nearly 80-90% of its freshwater. Groundwater levels are depleting rapidly, with states like Punjab and Haryana seeing significant declines. India's per capita water availability has dropped to 1,545 cubic meters (2011), and could fall to 1,340 cubic meters by 2025, pushing the country into water scarcity. Inefficient irrigation methods like flood irrigation waste water. For instance, 1 kg of rice requires 2,500-5,000 liters of water. Transitioning to water-efficient methods such as micro-irrigation can improve water productivity by 30-40%. Government schemes like PMKSY promote efficient irrigation, but only 15% of India's irrigated land uses micro-irrigation. To meet future demands, adopting water-smart agriculture, crop diversification, and precision technologies is vital for ensuring food security and mitigating climate change impacts. A big thanks to every support, who gave us the opportunity to work in the drought-affected regions of India. United Way Mumbai #climatechange #waterconservation #environmentconservation #jalsanjivani #regenerativeagriculture #watershedmanagement

Recognising that nutritious food isn’t a privilege for the few, and instead a fundamental right for all, we at #UnitedWayMumbai, have been focussing our efforts on the 3 A’s: Acceptability, Accessibility, and Affordability. From the kitchen gardens sprouting across Karjat to our low-cost healthy recipes, we are committed to ensuring nutritious food is available, accessible, and affordable for all. On #WorldFoodDay, while we celebrate the progress we’ve made, we acknowledge the work that remains. Swipe through to learn more about these 3 A’s of nutrition, and discover simple actions you can take to promote healthy eating for yourself and your community. To know more about our work through #ProjectPoshan or simply donate, you could also head here - https://lnkd.in/d2t3Vi_f Together, we can advocate for a world where nutritious food is a right for all! #RightToFood #SocialImpactDoneRight #NutritionForAll #3As #HealthyEating #SustainableEating #CommunityNutrition #FightingMalnutrition

The fundraising momentum for the #TataMumbaiMarathon2025 has already begun, and our amazing #ChangeRunners are already setting the bar high -- raising over INR 1.75L each on the UWM website for the causes they care about. Join us in congratulating our #ChangeRunners of the Week who are helping us make #TMM2025 so special! Rakesh Palakurti, Rajkumar & Raja Sudhan and Neeraj Sanghi for supporting Isha Foundation Reshma Jain, Anyssa Kothari & Sunit Kothari for supporting Shrimad Rajchandra Love and Care Maanayata Dutt for supporting NARGIS DUTT MEMORIAL FOUNDATION INC Thomas Mathew for supporting KARUNYA TRUST KALYAN DIOCESE Villy Doctor for supporting Light of Life Trust Ajay Mehta for supporting ADHAR These inspiring individuals are proving that running for a cause isn’t just about the race – it’s about making a real impact. Want to see how they’re driving change? Check out the leaderboard (link in bio) and get inspired to start your own fundraising journey with an NGO of your choice. Together, we can #RunForaCause! #TataMumbaiMarathon #TMM2025 #ChangeBeginsHere #UWM #OfficialPhilanthropyPartner #HarDilMumbai #SportsMeetsPhilanthropy #PhilanthropyInitiatives

And it’s a hat-trick! We’re proud to announce that #UnitedWayMumbai has been recognised as one of India’s Best NGOs to Work for 2024. This three-time certification from Great Place to Work® Institute (India) means more than most accolades because this is based on the feedback of our team members who are every day driven by passion, dedication and the spirit of collaboration. The #GPTW recognition under this category is a testament to our commitment to creating a joyful and inclusive work environment where every voice is valued, and where our shared purpose of improving lives unites us all. A huge thank you to our incredible team and mentors who guide us in this journey. Let’s continue creating meaningful change, together. #GPTWCertified #GreatPlacetoWork #IndiasBestNGOstoWorkFor #SocialImpactDoneRight #TeamUWM #Top20IndiasBestNGOstoWorkFor

The Tata Mumbai Marathon has been a significant part of my work life for over a decade— not just as an event, but alongside my own journey of growth, challenges, and understanding collective impact. The philanthropy  of the Mumbai Marathon is something I’ve had the privilege of steering since 2011. Back then, we were a small team of four handling the #philanthropy side of the marathon. Our role as philanthropy partner was straightforward — helping NGOs raise funds and awareness for their causes, assist in building their capacities, connect them with partners, and create a platform that amplified their work. The Marathon even then was among India’s largest philanthropy events. It was also our largest partnership constituting 90% of our top line. But it was very challenging, the processes were far from seamless. Everything was heavily paper-based — tedious, prone to errors, and a constant source of stress. It didn’t help that we were severely under resourced. The move from manual to digital processes was a monumental shift for us. It wasn’t just about convenience; it was about laying the foundation for scalable processes that we still rely on today. This transition allowed us to build something more robust, adaptable, and capable of handling the increasing demands of the marathon’s growing scale. We’ve also poured all our efforts in truly understanding our key stakeholders- Indian #NGOs of varying sizes, capacities, resources and bandwidths. The TMM now generates a massive ₹72.4 crores annually, supporting 277 NGOs with hundreds of companies, thousands of #fundraisers and many thousands of #donors. Our team is still a team of four but with vastly changed abilities to handle scale with efficiency. The real credit goes to the investments we’ve made in scalable processes, #technology, and most importantly, in building relationships with our partners. We have partnered with 740 NGOs, 300 corporations, and over 14,600 fundraisers to bring philanthropy at the Tata Mumbai Marathon to life. What started as a small initiative has become a powerful force for change, reminding us of the extraordinary impact we can create when we come together. This journey has been filled with challenges and triumphs, but the essence of what we do remains the same. The only thing that has truly changed is the scale at which we can operate. Each year, we continue to learn, grow, and evolve. And while the numbers have grown, the heart of the marathon remains constant—a shared commitment to building a more equitable, compassionate society. The campaign for this year has begun, and we already have 200+ NGOs, over 120 companies,, 1000+ charity bib runners and fundraisers registered . If you are reading this, do invite NGOs you support, your company, and cause driven individuals to leverage this platform to raise funds, friends and awareness for causes close to them. https://lnkd.in/d5vDHysg #UnitedWayMumbai #TataMumbaiMarathon #UnitedWay

Once again! #UnitedWayMumbai is honored to be recognized as one of India's Best Workplaces for Women 2024: Top 50 (Mid-size). This achievement reaffirms our dedication to being more than just a workplace – we’re a great place for women to thrive! We’re proud to contribute to a safe, fair, and supportive environment where women can succeed. Our commitment to being a #GreatPlaceToWorkForWomen is reflected in our inclusive policies, supportive practices, and growth-focused culture. #GPTWCertified #greatplacetowork #greatplacetowork2024 #workculturematters #worklifebalance #SocialImpactDoneRight #UnitedWay #GreatWorkplaceforWomen

We’re thrilled to share that our team members, Sandesh Pawar (Deputy Manager - Community Investment) and Daniel Raj (Manager - Community Investment), recently attended the 15th Global Skills Summit 2024 on September 25-26 at Kaushal Bhawan, Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Moti Bagh, New Delhi, as delegates, engaging in insightful discussions under the theme "Skills First: Unlocking Opportunities for All." Our team gained valuable insights on how industries are driving youth skill development, employment-linked schemes, enhancing women’s workforce participation, and leveraging the national wage matrix (a compensation system based on skills). It was also an excellent opportunity to exchange best practices and engage with experts from government, industry, academia, and philanthropy, all committed to building a more inclusive skills ecosystem. Here are a few glimpses from the summit! #UnitedWayMumbai #SocialImpactDoneRight #FICCIGSS2024 #SkillsFirst #SkillIndia #GlobalSkillsSummit #InclusiveGrowth #WorkforceDevelopment #SkillingIndia FICCI Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, India