"We Live On What You Give"- This statement is painted boldly above every Rakum School Donation Box. These are bright, large boxes with slots for different types of donations.

Rakum School children live largely on the good will and charity of patrons and the public. Some days this is just not enough. To meet their needs, Rakum also accepts old clothes, books, shoes, vessels and toys. Old materials like newspapers and bottles are recycled or sold.

We have listed the food, materials and resources needed for our students this month. This is another way of contributing to our cause. Thank you for your generosity in advance.

BRAILLE ITEMS*

*Braille items are sourced from Katpadi in Tamil Nadu. We would be happy to give you their contact details should you wish to get in touch with them to donate to our cause.

STATIONERY ITEMS

 PROVISIONS

 GENERAL

 There are many ways to contribute towards the maintenance and well-being of our children. You can:

- Sponsor a single meal or all the meals for the day

- Provide grains, rice, flour, oil, spices and vegetables for our kitchens

- Give us consumables like toothbrushes, toothpaste, soap, shampoo, combs, brushes etc.

- Supply us with notebooks and other stationery.

- Offer clothes, shoes, blankets, pillows, bed sheets

- Donate money

Drop into the school closest to you anytime. Get directions here.

New initiatives like this website and professional management help from the IIM Calcutta Alumni are being implemented to help Rakum mobilize funds and supplies for the growing needs of the growing number of children