Frequently Asked Questions

  • 1.
    How does MAA for India raise resources?
    We raise the valuable resources we need for our work majorly through:

    • - Individuals
    • - Corporate and Institutional Donations
    • - Educational Institutions
  • 2.
    Why does MAA for India not share the details of the patients to the donors?
    We believe that the beneficiaries must not be made to feel obliged for the support they receive. Hence, rather than supporting individuals, we pool the resources we raise and disburse them to the greater cause we are supporting. Every attempt is made to ensure that there is no differentiation between the people in need. And while the names of beneficiaries are withheld, we encourage you to visit the patients in their villages, so that you can experience the ways to which your resources are being put to use.

    Please Note, If you "adopt" a pregnant woman and/or her child for 2 years and provide for their treatment, you will be disclosed details of the benificiaries.
  • 3.
    Does MAA for India receive any form of government funding?
    As an NGO (Non-Government Organization), we do not receive any direct government funding allowing us to remain independent, making unbiased evaluations of government policies and programs.
  • 4.
    The problem is huge! Will my small contribution make a difference?
    It most certainly does!! A small amount goes a long way. In fact, individuals’ contribution forms almost 90 to 95% of our income. Taken together, it is these seemingly small contributions that collectively add up to a large amount needed to effect change. There are people all over the world who are concerned about the situation of women and children, especially in rural areas and who want to do something to change it.

    However, their own commitments or pressures do not let them go out and directly work and improve the situation. We provide them the opportunity to help in whatever way they can. They can contribute their money, materials, time, or skills. When everybody comes together and pitches in, no task is impossible. This “COLLECTIVE ACTION” has an impact and brings the much-needed change. Every individual’s contribution is important. This is the fundamental principle on which we function.
  • 5.
    How do I make an online donation?
    Please follow these steps:
    1. Click the donate button.

    2. You’ll be directed to a crowd fundraising page.

    3. Please Note that this is because we are still in the process of registering the Non Profit Organisation under the Company Act 2013, Section 8 and without that we will not be able to integrate a payment gateway. This will take some time. We are trying our best to do it as soon as possible, but because of the current situation of lockdown amidst the COVID-19 outbreak, the offices are closed and we are not able to complete the process. However, we are taking this at utmost priority and we request you to please be supportive with us in such a situation. The fundraising platform is secure and safe and we request you to please trust us on this. We did not want this lockdown to become a hurdle in our initiative and thus we have created a fundraising platform on Ketto to continue working for the cause.

    4. We request you to please read the campaign and follow the steps mentioned to make a donation.

    We will provide the direct bank account details as soon as possible. In the meantime, please co-operate with us.

    Please note: we will not be withdrawing any donations before the company registration is successful. Ketto even has a policy of refunding funds if they find out that the cause is not legitimate.

    We would humbly request you to support us with this.
  • 6.
    Can I donate in-kind to MAA?
    If you want to donate to us in kind, please write to us at donationqueries@maaforindia.com to take it forward.
  • 7.
    Can I donate Cash to MAA?
    Yes, as an organization, we do accept donations in cash. But please note that donations above INR 2000 in cash, would not receive tax exemption benefits. For further queries, write to us at donationqueries@maaforindia.com
  • 8.
    How do I contact you regarding my donation?
    For more assistance or information on donating to MAA please do write to us at donationqueries@maaforindia.com