About Course

Collection Efforts:

Pracheta volunteers set up donation boxes at various locations throughout Pune like Shivajinagar near Nabard, Pune Station and Pimple Nilakh. They also organized collection events where community members could directly donate clothes. The drive successfully collected a wide variety of clothing items, including:

• Shirts and pants
• T-shirts and kurtas
• Dresses and skirts
• Jackets and sweaters
• Children's clothing
• Blankets and bedsheets

The exact quantity of clothes collected is 450+

Distribution Process:

Collected clothes were meticulously sorted and categorized by type, size, and condition. Pracheta identified beneficiaries through local community leaders and partner organizations, focusing on individuals and families experiencing poverty or hardship. The distribution process involved:

• Direct distribution to identified beneficiaries at designated locations.
• Collaboration with local shelters and orphanages to distribute clothes among residents.

Due to privacy concerns and logistical limitations, the exact number of beneficiaries reached is not available. However, Pracheta estimates that hundreds of individuals benefitted from the drive.

Impact and Outcomes:

The cloth collection and distribution drive by Pracheta students had a positive impact on the community by:

• Providing essential clothing items to those in need, improving their comfort and well-being.
• Promoting a sense of community engagement and volunteerism among students.
• Raising awareness about poverty and the importance of supporting the underprivileged.
• Several beneficiaries expressed their gratitude for the warm clothes, especially during the winter season.

Conclusion:

Pracheta's cloth collection and distribution drive successfully collected and distributed a significant amount of clothing to the poor and needy in Pune. The initiative not only provided essential items but also fostered a spirit of community service and collaboration. Pracheta commends the dedication of its volunteers and acknowledges the generous support of donors. The organization looks forward to organizing similar drives in the future, expanding its reach and impact within the community.