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Brief History of the House

• Bosco Samajik Vikas Sanstha (BSVS) was founded on July 9, 2010, by the Salesians of Don Bosco (Bombay Salesian Society – Mumbai Province).

• It was established in response to the chronic issues of poverty, illiteracy, malnutrition, and unemployment in the Jawhar and Mokhada blocks of Palghar district, Maharashtra—especially after the 1992 malnutrition crisis.

• Initially operating from a rented facility, BSVS later moved to a permanent campus in Walvanda.

• The organization adopted an integrated development model based on the five “J’s”: Jal (Water), Jungle (Forest), Jamin (Land), Jan (People), Janwar (Animals).

• Through initiatives like Bal Sanshad and the School of Excellence, BSVS built trust and became a model for rural transformation.

List of Works

• Empowering 1,000 tribal youth in Mokhada and Jawhar Talukas to prevent migration and foster leadership.

• Women empowerment through federations.

• Promotion of Zero Budget Natural Farming and Fruit Tree Cultivation.

• Supportive Education and Empowerment Program (SEEP).

• Technical Institution offering training in:

  • Welding

  • Electrician

  • E-Vehicle

  • 2 & 3 Wheelers

  • 4 Wheelers

  • Computers

• School of Excellence (SOE) program in collaboration with Ashram Shalas.

• Oratory – Neighborhood apostolate.

Current Projects

• Women Empowerment Program

• School of Excellence (SOE) Program

• Oratory

• Supportive Education and Empowerment Program (SEEP)

Material Help (Donation in Kind)

• Educational aid and snacks for SEEP

• Food and accommodation for hostel residents

• Snacks and educational aid for Oratory

• Technical equipment for vocational training

Financial Help

• Salaries for BSVS staff

Volunteers

• Individuals passionate about social work

• Support in:

  • Report writing

  • Social media management

  • Website updates

Brief History of the House

• Divyadaan, the Salesian Institute of Philosophy, was first established in 1980 at Don Bosco Youth Centre, Koregaon Park, Pune. It housed clerics pursuing regular college studies and those pursuing a Master’s in philosophy at Jnana Deepa.

• Due to the complex nature of the community at Don Bosco Youth Centre, which included post-novices, college students, and post-graduates in philosophy, Divyadaan was relocated in 1984 to its current location in Nashik.

List of Works

• Divyadaan serves as a post-novitiate community for brothers all across India who are interested in studying Philosophy and master’s in philosophy.

Current Projects

• The primary objective is the formation of brothers, though the infrastructure is old and requires ongoing maintenance.

• Every Sunday, 24 brothers travel to Mokhada and Jawahar to teach English and other subjects in Ashram-shalas.

• Master’s students teach and animate youth in city parishes.

• On Thursdays, 44 brothers conduct Scouting and Value Education sessions in neighbouring schools.

Material Help (Donation in Kind)

• Prayer Hall Needs: Refurbishment including a good sound system (Bose or JBL tower speakers), cordless mic for the altar, white curtains and rods for windows.

• Sports Equipment: 4 hockey goal nets, 2 football nets.

• Farm Equipment: 8 slashers, 4 sickles, 4 pickaxes, 4 spades.

Financial Help

•  Youth Event: Rs 30,000 for 100 youth (includes refreshments and lunch).

• Oratory Day: Rs 10,000 for 50 children from city (slum) oratories.

• Oratory Football Tournament: Rs 20,000.

• Annual Musical: Rs 20,000.

• Sponsoring a Brother: Approx. Rs 1.3 lakh per academic year.

Volunteers

• Volunteers—especially those with teaching, youth animation, or farming skills—would be highly valuable.

Brief History of the House

• Don Bosco Dakor began in 1980 when Fr. Ivan D’Souza was sent by Bishop Charles Gomes to explore the possibility of a Salesian presence.

• Initially operating from a rented bungalow in Mahalaxmi Society, the boarders attended school in town.

• In the early 1980s, Frs. Cyril D’Souza, Bento D’Souza, and Viren Coutts joined the mission.

• Land was acquired on the outskirts of Dakor along Kapadwanj Road, and a small shed was built to house both confreres and boarders.

• Despite challenges in obtaining permissions for a formal technical section, the Salesians continued working among the Thakor and Vanakar communities, facing caste-related challenges.

• In 1986, Fr. Michael Fernandes and Fr. Elson took charge of the mission.

• On January 21, 1988, a provincial council meeting affirmed the decision to continue the mission and establish a school.

• Construction began in February 1988, and the primary school started a year later with classes from Std. 5 to 7.

List of Works

• School:

  • Gujarati Medium: KG to Std. 12

  • English Medium: KG to Std. 10

• Boarding

• Parish

• Social Development:

  • Self Help Groups

  • Governance Projects

  • Village Education Program (VEP) – Tuition classes in 15 centres

  • Health Awareness Seminars

  • Health Camps

  • Career Guidance & GPSC Exam Preparation

  • Entrepreneurship Training

Current Projects

• School

• Boarding

• Parish

• Social Development

Material Help (Donation in Kind)

• KG Park

• Stationery for tuition classes

• Teaching materials

• Books for government exam preparation

Financial Help

• Salaries for 15 VEP teachers: ₹2,000/month per teacher

• Smart Classrooms: ₹90,000 per classroom

Volunteers

• 2 volunteers for summer English coaching camps

• 2 volunteers for sports coaching (especially football and basketball)

Brief History of the House

• Don Bosco Kapadvanj was established in 1994 and officially entrusted to the Salesians of Don Bosco by the Diocese of Ahmedabad in 1995, inspired by Rt. Rev. Charles Gomes.

• Initially hesitant due to the Jesuit presence in nearby Kathlal, the Salesians laid the foundation with the support of Fr. Machio.

• Fr. Michael Fernandes and Fr. Nelson Couto led the mission, focusing on education and establishing a hostel.

• In 1995, St. John Bosco Parish was erected.

• The catechetical center moved to Kapadvanj in 1996, and the house also served as a vocation center.

• Over time, the mission expanded into social work and youth development through the DRISTI wing.

List of Works

Amrutdhara – Animation Centre

• Educational Animation

• Personality Development

• Leadership Training

• Career Guidance

• Teacher Orientation

• Value Education

• Spiritual Animation

• Bosco, Marian, and Bible Quizzes

• Novena and Masses

• Faith Formation Camp

• Vocational Guidance

• Sunday Liturgy & Prayer Services

• Retreats & Recollections

• Catechism Training

• Youth Animation, Seminars, Camps, Pasch

Studio Don Bosco

• Chintan Karnika

• Gujarati & Hindi Homilies

• Marian Devotion

DRISTI – Social Work

• 135 SHGs

• 30 Student Support Centers

• 100 Nutrition Gardens

• 30 Community Health Volunteers

• 25 Youth Leaders

• 200 Youth Group Members

• Women Leadership Training

• Summer Camp & Women’s Day

• Govt. Scheme Link Camps

• Health Camps & Awareness

• Job Placement & Skill Development

• Outreach & Family Visits

• Child Marriage Awareness

• Village Child Protection Committees

Don Bosco English Medium School

• Family Visits

• School Promotion & Advertising

• Summer Camp & Competitions

• Celebrations (Teachers Day, Raksha Bandhan, etc.)

• Sports

• School Permission Follow-up

Parish

• Family Visits

• Holy Eucharist on Sundays and feast days

Current Projects

1. Manos Unidas – Health, Education, Women Leadership

   • Duration: July 2024 – June 2026

2. Azim Premji Foundation – Constitution Value-Based Youth Leadership

   • Duration: Jan 2025 – Dec 2027

3. Access to Justice – Child Marriage Prevention

   • Duration: June 2025 – March 2026

   • Active in Anand, Vadodara, and Chhotaudepur districts

• Staff: 14 members in DRISTI, salaries funded by these projects

Material Help (Donation in Kind) / Financial Help

• Items Needed:

  • 30 Weighing Scales

  • 30 Science Kits

  • 30 SSC Mats

  • 30 Water Jugs

  • 1 Smart Board

  • Activa/Scooty for female staff

  • School Toys

  • KG Section Garden Materials

  • Computers for classrooms

Financial Help

• • ₹5,00,000 annually for a 2-day nature tracking camp for 100 children

  • ₹1,00,000 annually to reward outstanding SSC teachers, students, SHGs, youth leaders, and community mobilizers

Volunteers

• Existing village volunteers

• Additional volunteers needed for conducting Summer Camps

Brief History of the House

• Don Bosco Narukot is located in Panchmahal district, Gujarat, and began its mission in 1987 after Mrs. Vina Mody gifted 40 acres of land to the Salesians.

• Fr. Nelson Coutto initiated the mission with a boarding facility for tribal boys and later formalized it as the Narukot Education Society.

• A non-formal technical trade school was established, offering training in electric wiring, motor winding, carpentry, tailoring, and agriculture.

• The Sacred Heart of Jesus Church was established in 1987, serving the local Catholic community.

• The mission expanded to include community development, health awareness, and education outreach.

List of Works

• Don Bosco Technical Institute – Vocational training with government and private certifications

• Don Bosco School – Gujarati medium (Std. 5–12), Higher Secondary (Arts & Commerce)

• Don Bosco English Medium School – Nursery to Std. 8 (420+ students)

• Boarding – For tribal boys (Grades 9–12)

• Parish – Sacred Heart of Jesus Church

• Village Education Program (VEP) – Active in 25 villages

• Social Development – Health camps, awareness seminars, entrepreneurship, governance projects

• CRS Work – Mahila Mandals, infrastructure support

• Oratory & Evangelization – Youth and Bhajan groups, catechism outreach

Current Projects

• Renovation of AV Hall (English & Gujarati Medium)

• Installation of Smart Boards

• ISR Steam VEP – 25 Villages

Material Help (Donation in Kind)

• 13 Smart Boards

• 10 Projectors

• Library Books (English Medium)

• Speakers & Amplifiers (AV Hall)

• Science Lab Equipment

• Equipment for ISR Steam

Financial Help

• Support for infrastructure upgrades and educational resources

• Contributions toward AV Hall renovation, Smart Boards, and lab setups

Volunteers

• Sponsors and mentors passionate about rural development and child education

• Support in donations, material aid, and mentorship

Brief History of the House

• Don Bosco's presence in Chinchwad began with an invitation from Bishop Valerian D'Souza to establish a technical institute.

• A lease agreement was signed on January 1, 1995, between the Bishop and Fr. Joaquim D'Souza.

• The institute was founded by Br. Damodar Wankhade, who initiated meetings with students and parents.

• The mission: to provide technical and vocational training to marginalized and school dropout youth.

• Key milestones:

  • 1999: Foundation stone laid and institute inaugurated.

  • 2003: NIOS course introduced.

  • 2013: Recognized as Don Bosco Private Industrial Training Institute (NCVT registered).

  • 2015: Featured at EXPO 2015 with international welding systems.

List of Works

Technical Institution – NCVT Certified Courses:

• Mechanic Motor Vehicle – 2 Years (10th Pass)

• Electrician – 2 Years (10th Pass)

• Fitter – 2 Years (10th Pass)

• Mechanic Auto Body Repair – 1 Year (10th Pass)

• Mechanic Auto Electrical & Electronics – 1 Year (10th Pass)

• Welder – 1 Year (10th Pass/Fail)

Short-Term Courses:

• EV Service Assistant – 6 Months (10th Pass/Fail)

• Advance Fitter – 3 Months (10th Pass)

• Advance Computer – 6 Months (10th Pass)

• Refinish Course (for Females) – 3 Months (10th Pass)

• Refrigeration & Air Conditioning – 3 Months (10th Pass)

NSDC Courses – National Skill Development Corporation

Current Projects

• Schaeffler India – EV Maintenance & STEP Program

• Knorr Bremse – DB ACE Advanced Computer Lab

• BASF – Women in Refinish Program

• Blue Star – AC & Refrigeration Training

• PMR Mud and Rigger – Advanced Electrician Lab

• Don Bosco Mondo EV – Holistic youth training

• KSB India – Fitter Lab & CNC Machine

• Mahindra & Mahindra – Auto Body Repair & Painting

• MITCON – EV training for SC/ST youth

• Mafoi Foundation – EV sector skill development (4-month batch, 40 trainees)

Material Help (Donation in Kind)

• Bunker beds from Don Bosco Nashik

• Mattresses

• Bedsheets

Financial Help

• Refurbishment of AV Hall

• Maintenance and repair

• Hostel kitchen upgrades

Volunteers

• Spoken English instruction

• Soft skills training

• Counselling and mental wellness support

Brief History of the House

• Don Bosco Senior Secondary School and Junior College, Nerul (Navi Mumbai) began with a land agreement signed in April 2000 with CIDCO.

• The school officially started in 2006 under Rev. Fr. Boniface D’Souza, catering to middle-class and disadvantaged children.

• Over the years, the school expanded with CBSE affiliation, a Junior College, and modern infrastructure including smart classrooms, sports zones, and a chapel.

• In 2020, Don Bosco Nerul was canonically erected as a Salesian house.

• During the COVID-19 pandemic, the community launched extensive outreach programs, helping over 25,000 families and 10,000 migrants.

• Initiatives like the Community Fridge, NIOS, E-oratory, and migrant desk were introduced to support vulnerable groups.

List of Works

• School – CBSE curriculum and Junior College

• Social Ministry – Outreach and community development

• Open Schooling – NIOS for dropouts

• Prafulta Centre for Psychological Wellness

Current Projects

Social Ministry

1. Community Fridge – Daily hot meals for migrants

2. Oratory – Evening classes and recreation for 200+ slum children

3. NIOS – Education for 10th & 12th dropouts (700+ students annually)

4. Skilling Programs – Tailoring, beauty care, RACW, facilities management

5. Bosco Clubs – Community recreation and festival celebrations

6. Barefoot Counsellors – Field staff trained in stress and addiction counselling

7. Village & Slum Development – Education and skills in 20 communities

8. Career Guidance – Counselling and vocational training

9. Migrant Desk – Documentation and job placement support

10. Health Camps – Monthly medical outreach

11. English Speaking Classes – Project English for youth and adults

12. Microfinance & Incubation – Support for women entrepreneurs

13. Computer Literacy (DB-ACE) – Courses from MKCL to AI

14. Adult Literacy & Pre-NIOS – Empowering women aged 20–75

15. Volunteering Programs – Mentoring, education, event coordination

16. Board Exam Coaching – Free tuition (Jan–April)

17. Job Placement & Soft Skills – CV writing, interview prep, police clearance

Prafulta Centre

• Counselling Services – Personal, parental, marital, psychiatric, behavioral

• Career Guidance – Academic counselling, psychometric testing

• Occupational Therapy – For children and adults with special needs

• Assessments – LD, autism, intellectual impairment

• Trainings & Workshops – For teachers, parents, and counsellors

• Upcoming Programs – Speech therapy, sensory integration, day-care

Volunteers

• Volunteer programs for mentoring, education, and event coordination

• 20 paid volunteers currently working in communities

Brief History of the House

• Don Bosco Waluj, Aurangabad was started in 2003 as a sub-branch of BGVK Kedgaon, Ahmednagar, and is now an independent institute under the name Don Bosco Aurangabad Society.

• The Salesians purchased a 5.25-acre plot in 1995–1996 for educational purposes.

• The residential building was inaugurated on 19th January 2013, marking the first Salesian presence in the Aurangabad Diocese.

• Don Bosco Waluj, under Bosco Gramin Vikas Kendra (BGVK), launched development programs for poor farmers in Aurangabad, Parbhani, and Jalna, focusing on agricultural improvement and social justice.

• The project spans multiple Talukas across Ahmednagar, Beed, Aurangabad, Jalna, and Parbhani, serving 20 villages in each.

List of Works

• Technical Field:

  • Electric Vehicle Service Lead Technician Course

• Social Work:

  • Farming, Poultry, Organic Farming, Goatry

  • Watershed, Check Dam, Desalting

• Village Education Program (VEP):

  • 16 VEP Centres in Gangapur and Paithan Blocks

  • Over 500 students enrolled

Current Projects

• Manos Unidas – Social Work

• Salesian Mission – Social Work

• Local Initiatives – Social Work

• Don Bosco and BMZ Mondo – Technical (Electric Vehicle)

Material Help (Donation in Kind)

Technical

• 12V, 28 amp Batteries – 12

• Dummy Safety Skit

• Multimeters – 25

• Testers – 25

• Stripper Cutters – 25

• Combination Pliers – 25

• Two-Way Screwdrivers – 25

• Old Engine for Dismantling/Assembly

• Soldering Kits – 3

• Battery Gravity Thermometer

• Stationery: Pens, Pencils, Erasers, Sharpeners, Practical Books, Long Books

• Safety Shoes

• Games Articles

VEP Classes

• Stationery for Children’s Day (400–500 participants): Notebooks, Drawing Books, Pens, Pencils, Erasers, Sharpeners, Scales

• Toiletries for Children’s Day: Soap, Toothbrushes, Toothpaste

• Games Articles for each VEP Centre

Financial Help

Technical

• Instructor Salary: ₹26,500/month

• Machinery and Equipment Maintenance

VEP Classes

• Teacher Salary: ₹3,000/person (16 centres)

• Children’s Day Expenses: ₹2,25,000 (last year)

Volunteers

• Technical: Volunteers for 15–20 days to teach English

Brief History of the House

• Lok Seva Kendra (LSK) is the social work department of Don Bosco Chhotaudepur.

• It works directly with village communities through:

  • Village Education Program (VEP)

  • Self Help Groups (SHGs)

  • Skill training, awareness programs, and career guidance.

• The vision is to empower villagers to become self-reliant and lead their communities toward integral and just development.

List of Works

• Village Education Program (VEP) – 21 active centers

• SHGs – Training in rights, leadership, bookkeeping, micro-business, and access to government schemes

• Farmers Clubs – Sustainable agriculture, marketing, and health awareness

• Career Guidance – Individual mentoring and job placement support

• Youth Skill Development – Courses in tailoring, beautician, electronics, mobile repair, and computer literacy

Current Projects

• Education:

  • 25 VEP centers with local teachers

  • Remedial classes and community involvement

• Women Welfare:

  • SHG training sessions

  • Mahila Din celebration

  • Exposure visits for agricultural and animal husbandry initiatives

• Youth Intervention:

  • Career guidance camps

  • Sponsorship for vocational courses (Tally, Beautician, Electrical, Mobile Repair, Tailoring)

Material Help (Donation in Kind)

• Non-Recurring Needs:

  • Xerox machine + printer/scanner – ₹75,000

  • 2 Motorcycles for field visits – ₹2,10,000

Financial Help

• Recurring Expenses:

  • VEP Teachers’ Salaries – ₹5,00,000

  • Stationery – ₹1,25,000

  • Bal Mela – ₹70,000

  • Summer Camp – ₹1,15,000

  • SHG Training – ₹40,000

  • Mahila Din – ₹50,000

  • Exposure Visits – ₹70,000

  • Youth Camps – ₹15,000

  • Trainer Fees – ₹20,000

  • Vocational Courses – ₹1,90,000

Grand Total: ₹14,80,000

Volunteers

• Not explicitly mentioned, but support in:

  • Teaching

  • Skill training

  • Career guidance

  • Event coordination

  • Community outreach would be valuable

Brief History of the House

• In 1985, the chapel of the Salesian Training Institute (STI) was declared a Mass Centre to serve parishioners of Holy Cross Parish in the D’Souza Colony, Gangapur Road area.

• On 16th June 1991, it was elevated to parish status and entrusted to the Salesians by Bishop Thomas Bhalerao SJ. Fr. Longinus Nazareth was the first parish priest.

• In 1996, construction began on two buildings opposite STI—one for a school and another for the parish. A community hall was built to serve both liturgical and school functions.

• The parish was entrusted with three responsibilities:

  1. Care of parishioners in the neighborhood and Satpur area.

  2. Running the school.

  3. Formation of clerics pursuing college studies.

• A new church, Dominic Savio Church, was built in Satpur due to growing numbers. It was inaugurated on 11th April 2021 by Bishop Lourdes Daniel.

• The parish covers a large area between Trimbak Road and the Godavari River, and from Sharanpur Road to Trimbakeshwar.

• Two Mass Centres:

• • Don Bosco Community Church (English services)

  • Dominic Savio Church (Marathi services)

List of Works

• Don Bosco Parish

• St. Dominic Savio Church – Mass Centre

• Don Bosco School and Junior College

• Counselling Centre

• Migrant Desk

Current Projects

• A new Counselling Centre has been started this year.

• Nursery classes have been introduced with an initial strength of 50 students.

• Junior College with Science and Commerce streams continues to grow.

• Prafulta and Shelter initiatives were previously active but have been closed.

Material Help (Donation in Kind)

• Not explicitly mentioned in the document. Would you like me to help draft a list based on inferred needs (e.g., school supplies, furniture, tech equipment)?

Financial Help

• Not detailed in the document. If you'd like, I can help you draft a funding appeal based on the school expansion, counselling centre, or parish needs.

Volunteers

• Volunteers could be valuable in:

  • Teaching and mentoring students.

  • Supporting parish activities.

  • Assisting in the counselling centre.

  • Helping with outreach through the migrant desk.

Brief History of the House

• Don Bosco Alirajpur is located in a tribal region of Madhya Pradesh, primarily inhabited by Bhilala and Bhil tribes.

• The mission began in 1992 with Fr. Wilfred Sequeira, who started a pre-primary English medium school and acquired 36 acres of land at Ramsingh ki Chowki.

• The School of Excellence (SOE) boarding began in 2005 and was handed over to the diocese in 2019.

• A Junior College was started in 2007.

• The institution celebrated its Silver Jubilee in 2017–18.

• The boarding, which was closed during COVID, restarted in 2022–23.

List of Works

• School: English medium, State Board, KG to Std. 12, ~1450 students (many from tribal villages, with concessions).

• VEP Centres: 25+ Village Education Program centres serving ~500 students; plans to introduce computer and tailoring training.

• Daily Oratory: 190 registered students (~80 daily); support in academics, English, computers, music, games, and personality development.

• Boarding: 67 tribal students (Std. 6–12) from distant and nearby villages.

• Parish: Small parish with 12 active families and 10 floating families (mostly government employees).

Current Projects

• Construction of Boundary Wall at Ramsingh ki Chowki (36-acre campus) to secure land for future higher education initiatives.

• Installation of Interactive Boards in classrooms to modernize teaching and bridge the urban-rural education gap.

Material Help (Donation in Kind)

• 30 Interactive Boards (for school)

• 30 White Boards (for school and VEP centres)

• 12 Laptops (for VEP computer education)

• Stationery (charts, books, bags, pens, etc.) for VEP, oratory, and boarding students

• 12 Electric Sewing Machines (for tailoring training in villages)

• Sports Equipment (footballs, shoes, hockey sticks, volleyballs, basketballs, indoor games, sportswear)

Financial Help

• Construction of boundary wall

• Monthly allowances for VEP and oratory teachers

• Purchase of interactive boards, sewing machines, laptops, and whiteboards

Volunteers

• Boarding masters

• English teachers

• Support staff for VEP centres and village outreach

Brief History of the House

• The Salesians took over the Immaculate Conception Institution in Tardeo on May 16, 1928, and renamed it Don Bosco High School in 1930.

• Due to challenges with the Tardeo premises, Fr Aurelius Maschio acquired land in Matunga. The foundation stone was laid on March 19, 1941, and the school shifted in October 1941. The building was inaugurated on January 31, 1942.

• The institution expanded with a primary section (foundation stone laid in 1951) and the Shrine of Don Bosco’s Madonna.

• Fr Hubert D’Rosario, the first Indian Rector, later became a bishop in 1964.

• Notable events include Pope Paul VI’s visit on December 4, 1964, and outreach programs initiated by Fr Chrysologus D’Cunha in 1983.

• Under Fr John Samala (1985), the school began admitting more underprivileged boys and sought government aid for the primary section.

• Today, the school is recognized for its holistic education, academic excellence, and support for underprivileged youth.

List of Works

• Don Bosco High School & Don Bosco International School

• Don Bosco Academy

• Daily Oratory

• Shrine Ministry

• DBYS Activities

• Prafulta Counselling Centre

• Tej Prasarini – Social Communications Office

Current Projects

• Ongoing support for underprivileged students and educational outreach..

Financial Help

Student Concessions Sponsored by Past Pupils:

• 2020–2021: 32 students – ₹1,73,000
  (Year of COVID: 10 mobiles and 7 ration kits provided)

• 2021–2022: 35 students – ₹3,49,000

• 2022–2023: 27 students – ₹1,92,000

• 2023–2024: 37 students – ₹3,92,000

• 2024–2025: 29 students – ₹3,54,900