Who we are

In the heart of every woman, man and child is hunger for home. Not just for food and a place to sleep, but for safety and community. Most importantly: for love. At the Maher, 30 km from Pune in the village of Koregaon Bhima, we are much more than a home for women, men, and children from difficult and desperate circumstances.

We are a family, where love guides us all as we grow and expand year after year. Take a look around and if you have any questions, contact us via the menu above!

Work Map Maher

love is our religion

“No matter who we are,

we walk together towards wholeness”

Achievements

Received more than 367 National and International Awards

Nari Shakti

Received Nari Shakti Purskar 2015 by former honorable President of India

Vaneeta Women of the year

Received Women of the year award 2016

Jamnalal Bajaj award

Jamnalal Bajaj award 2021

His Holiness Pope Francis

Blessings from His Holiness Pope Francis

Latest Updates

Our community is always evolving

🎉🌈 Children’s Day Celebration at Maher – A Day Filled with Joy & Inclusion! 🌈🎉 Maher celebrated Children’s Day at Apati – Maher Krupa Balsadan and Bakori, bringing together children from sugarcane cutter families and children with intellectual disabilities. 💛 The celebration included: ✨ Fun games and happy laughter 🍽️ Delicious food for everyone 🎨 Creative learning and activities 🎁 Special gifts that brought bright smiles 🤝 A spirit of care, respect, and togetherness Our beloved Didi – Sr. Lucy Kurien shared a powerful message: “Hum sab bacche desh ki taakat hain.” (Every child is the strength of our nation.) 🌟🇮🇳 At Maher, we believe every child deserves love, dignity, and equal opportunities — no matter their background or abilities. 🕊️💫 May we always continue to uplift every child with hope, growth, and endless smiles. 🌈 Happy Children’s Day from the Maher Family! 💖 #maher #maherfamily #maherashram #mahermotherhome #maherashramindia #childrensday #everychildmatters #inclusionmatters #hopeandhealing #strengthofthenation #joyfulsmiles 🎁
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🏆 Maher Winter Sports Camp 2025 – A Grand Success! 🏆❄️ From 14th to 17th November 2025, Maher proudly hosted the Winter Sports Camp at Vadu, featuring 45 exciting sports where 560 children from all centers participated with boundless energy, enthusiasm, and true sportsmanship. The camp was a celebration of joy, teamwork, and unforgettable memories that will stay in our hearts forever! 💫✨ 🎉 Heartiest Congratulations to each and every child who participated and to the winning houses: 🏆 Red House – Championship Trophy 🥈 Blue House – Runners-up Trophy 🌟 Yellow House – Best Discipline Trophy 👏 A huge thank you to the management team and every child whose passion and participation made this camp truly special. 💛 Special appreciation to our staff members, house mothers, and drivers who worked tirelessly to make this event a resounding success. Your commitment, dedication, and support made everything possible! 🙌 #maher #maherfamily #maherashram #maherashramindia #mahermothershome #wintersportscamp #sportsday #childrenfirst #everychildmatters #hopeandhealing #makingadifference
🌿💛 A Special Moment at Maher Men’s Home 💛🌿 The men at Maher — homeless, destitute, and mentally disturbed — have recently begun a small gardening activity. Today, with great joy, they offered the first fruits of their harvest to our beloved Sr. Lucy Kurien (Didi), our Founder-Director. 🍋🌱 Didi, who loves home-grown vegetables and fruits, received their offering with deep affection and encouragement. This simple act has brought them confidence, happiness, and a renewed sense of purpose. 🌼 #maher #maherfamily #maherashram #maherashramindia #mahermothershome #menshome #hopeandhealing #communitycare #growingtogether

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ANNUAL REPORT

We have truly had our best year yet. As we look back at the last 12 months we are amazed at the incredible progress, projects and events that we have been blessed to be a part of. We are excited to share our latest report with you, we hope it will help give a glimpse of that work that our donors are supporting.

Progress Reports

Read stories of the progress we have made in the last 12 months. We think you will be amazed at what has happened here.

Financial Data

Transparency is important to us. Learn where our money comes from and how we use it to change lives here in India.

 

Call To Action

See how you can get involved and help us make a difference in the world. Volunteer, donate, fundraise or subscribe to make a change.

 

Change a life today

As long as poverty, injustice & inequality persist, none of us can truly rest. It doesn’t take much to change a life, get in touch today and start making the difference.