About
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Headquarters
Thane, Maharashtra
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Since
2006
Samatol Foundation works to reunite children who have run away or become displaced across India with their families. It also helps them access educati Read moreon and job training to build independent futures. The organisation identifies children at major railway stations in Maharashtra—including Mumbai CST, Dadar, Kurla, Thane, Pune, Bhusaval, and Nagpur—with the help of volunteers. Through counselling, children are guided toward safer choices to avoid dangerous situations. Their rehabilitation happens in two ways: either they return to their families or move into safe hostels where they can attend school. The foundation believes in the complete development of every child, making sure they study in their native language, stay in their home state, and remain connected to their family. To protect children effectively, Samatol collaborates with key groups, including the Women and Child Development Department, Police, Child Welfare Committees, Juvenile Justice Boards, and Child Helpline (1098). By working together, these groups create a strong system of care and safety for vulnerable children.
Demographies Served
Cause Area
Programs
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Rehabilitation of Children on Railway Stations
Samatol Foundation focuses on reuniting runaway or lost children found at railway stations with their families. Children are first brought to a safe shelter and Manparivartan Camp, where they receive value-based guidance, informal education, and vocational training. This holistic approach helps rebuild confidence before reintegration. Since 2006, over 8,000 children have been successfully reunited. Efforts continue to expand operations across major railway junctions in Maharashtra to reach more children in need.
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Vocational Training Courses
Samatol Foundation offers vocational training to children aged 15 and above at Swami Vivekanand Man Parivartan Kendra in Mamnoli, Kalyan. Courses include tailoring, plumbing, welding, solar energy, organic farming, Ayurvedic nursery, computer literacy, and more. These programmes cater to rural youth, providing three-month training sessions with certification. The initiative focuses on equipping children with practical skills for self-reliance, enabling them to earn a livelihood and lead independent lives upon returning to their hometowns.
Leadership Team
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Vijay Ramchandra Jadhav
Founder
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Sanjay Kelkar
President
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Raju A. Patil
Member
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Ravindra Auti
Member
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Umesh Kulkarni
Member
M&E
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Internal, External Assessors
No
Policies
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Ethics and Transparency Policies
No
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Formal CEO Oversight & Compensation Policy
No
Political & Religious Declarations
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On Affiliation if any
No
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On Deployment Bias if any
No
Registration Details
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PAN Card
AAHTS1241A
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Registration ID
F 31902
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VO ID / Darpan ID
MH/2017/0175397
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12A
AAHTS1241AE20214
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80G
AAHTS1241AF20214
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FCRA
083781393
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CSR Registration Number
Not Available
Location
Other Details
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Type & Sub Type
Non-profit
Trust