Rotary Club of Rajkot Midtown Charitable Trust

The Rotary Club of Rajkot Midtown responded swiftly to the devastation caused by the earthquake in Morvi by initially offering immediate aid, and providing shelter and food for 10 weeks to those affected. In collaboration with the Government and affected families, it reconstructed 275 homes in the formerly devastated housing board colony. Acting as a catalyst between the Government and the affected families, it played a crucial role in facilitating the reconstruction efforts, ultimately offering homes to families impacted by the disaster.

It initiated the Rotary Midtown Dam - Lapasari project, a 3H Project costing $670,000, delivering social value equivalent to its cost in the first year. This project provided water facilities benefiting 100,000 slum dwellers and was lauded by TRF, being chosen as one of the top 10 projects. Recognized for its financial stewardship, it was featured in The Rotarian (June 2004 issue) and uniquely honored by the local government (RMC) as the sole NGO project.

The Rotary Club of Rajkot Midtown manages the Rotary Midtown Dental Clinic, attending to 5000 patients annually with a range of dental specialties available. Each year, it distributes 100 dentures free of charge. This initiative operates in partnership with RC Davenport, RI Dist 6000 as its Matching Grant Partner, and collaborates with Sakarben Purshotam Sheth as its Project Partner. The Khera Boarding extends its courtesy by providing the clinic's premises for this noble cause.

The Rotary Club of Rajkot Midtown actively supports education by constructing and renovating schools, establishing computer centers, and aiding educational institutions. It assists children with disabilities, runs toy libraries, and fosters cultural appreciation through innovative spaces. Its "Swashrya" programme trains 750 lower-middle-class women annually in various skills, backed by the Apex Foundation, USA, and Rajkot Municipal Corporation. The club also conducts diverse community services like cattle camps, notebook distribution, tree planting, and vocational awards.

The Rotary Club of Rajkot Midtown initiated the Rotary Midtown Rehab Township project, investing $275,000 in constructing 175 homes for destitute families affected by earthquakes. This township, located in Metoda, offers comprehensive facilities including a school, hospital, bus-stop, and essential infrastructure such as electricity, roads, drainage, and water facilities. Each family provided housing here was also offered job opportunities as part of a complete rehabilitation initiative. The school within the township ensures quality education for the children residing there, while the well-equipped clinic, supported by Rotary Club Dublin and the Apex Foundation, provides medical services including radiology, pathology, and dental care not only to the township residents but also to those within a 16 km radius.