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

🎄✨ Christmas Celebration at Vatsalyadham ✨🎄 Maher joyfully celebrated Christmas at Vatsalyadham, where children from all Maher centers gathered together to celebrate this beautiful festival of love and joy. 🌟 The celebration was filled with laughter, songs, and togetherness. Every child received gifts, and their happiness made the day truly special. 🎁😊 For the celebration, special delicious food was lovingly provided by Ashok Devichand Ji and the Oswal Family, for which Maher is deeply grateful. 🙏💖 This joyful gathering reflected the true spirit of Christmas — sharing, caring, and spreading happiness among all. 🌸 #maherngo #communityaction #makingadifference #maher #maherashram #ᴡᴏᴍᴇɴᴇᴍᴘᴏᴡᴇʀᴍᴇɴᴛ #everychildmatters #maherashramindia #mahermotherhome #maherfamily #christmascelebration #vatsalyadham #joyandsharing #gratitudepractice #loveandtogetherness
🎄✨ The Spirit of Christmas is the Spirit of Giving and Forgiving ✨🎄 Christmas Eve with Sugarcane cutters at Vadu This Christmas Eve, Maher embraced the true meaning of the season by celebrating with the migrant sugarcane cutter families in Vadu — a community often overlooked, yet deeply deserving of love and joy. The evening came alive with music, dance, and shared laughter. Nutritious meals and thoughtful gifts were distributed, but the real gift was the warmth of togetherness and compassion. In choosing to stand beside the downtrodden, Maher reflected its enduring spirit — one of healing, dignity, and unconditional love. 🌟 🌟 This Christmas season, may we all carry forward the message that giving heals, and forgiving frees. #spiritofchristmas #maherngo #givingandforgiving #maherashram #maherfamily #christmaswithlove #joyofgiving #hopeandhealing #SugarcaneFamilies #togetherwerise
🌟 Second-Line Leadership Training Underway at Maher 🌟 At Maher, growth never stops — not just for those we serve, but also for those who serve with us. Our Second-Line Leadership Training is now underway, nurturing a new wave of leaders who carry Maher’s vision in their hearts and actions. Through these sessions, participants are discovering their strengths, learning to lead with empathy, and building confidence to take bold steps forward. 💪 Each discussion, activity, and reflection is helping our staff not only enhance their skills but also deepen their understanding of teamwork, compassion, and creative problem-solving. This training is more than a program — it’s a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Together, we are shaping future leaders who will help Maher continue to grow with the same love, dedication, and courage that have always defined our family. 💛✨ #maher #maherngo #maherfamily #maherashram #maherashramindia #mahermothershome #leadershiptraining #secondlineleadership #capacitybuilding #empoweringleaders #teamwork #hopeandhealing #learningandgrowingtogether
🌟 Three Days of Learning, Sharing & Growing Together at Maher 🌟 The 3-day National Meeting in Pune came to a wonderful close — filled with enthusiasm, heartfelt participation, and meaningful connections. Staff from all Maher centers gathered under one roof to reflect on the year gone by — sharing challenges, achievements, new ideas, and the many inspiring stories from the ground. Each session became a space for deep listening, open dialogue, and mutual encouragement. Together, we not only reviewed our work but also celebrated the spirit of compassion and teamwork that keeps Maher strong. These days reminded us of what truly makes Maher special — the people behind it. The laughter between sessions, the quiet moments of reflection, and the joy of shared purpose made this gathering so much more than a meeting. Everyone returned home with renewed energy, clarity, and a heart full of inspiration to continue serving with love. 💛✨ At Maher, we aren’t just colleagues — we are one big family, learning and growing together every day. #maher #maherfamily #maherashram #maherashramindia #mahermothershome #nationalmeeting #evaluation2025 #learningtogether #teammaher #compassioninaction #hopeandhealing #maherngo

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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

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