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Prospective Projects for our Silver Jubilee Celebration
To commemorate our Silver Jubilee celebrations (25 years) we are excited to let you know; The Mother Teresa Foundation is launching the following projects stated to be completed during our Silver Jubilee Year 2026-2027
- Constructing a 12,000 sq. ft. State-of-the-Art Geriatric Care Home for the Elderly.
- Establishing a Vocational Skill Development Centre to Empower Single Mothers
- Constructing 25 Safe Homes for Single Mothers.
- Providing Sanitation Facilities Restoring Dignity for Single Mothers.
- Empowering 400 Single Mothers through Sustainable Livelihood Initiatives.
- Supporting 500+ Students with Educational Scholarships.
- Providing Nutritious Food and Medicines to the Vulnerable and Needy.
- Launching Mobile Health Services.
Featured Campaigns

Amudha Surabhi
Free Meals
The Mother Teresa Foundation provides free meals through our ongoing program, everyday, to the needy.
Currently providing 500 meals per day

Scholarship Program
The Mother Teresa Foundation aims to provide access to equality in education by providing scholarships to the underprivileged; especially to Girl students and first Graduates, through The Mother Teresa Scholarship Program.
The scholarship covers School fees, School supplies, College, Hostel, Transport and Incidental fees and expenses.

Anbu Illam
Orphanage
The children in The Anbu Illam are given free shelter, clothing, medical care and quality education at school and college level. (Read More)
You can Help: Sponsor a Child
You can make a change in the lives of children who need support with their education.
Hasna M
Age: 16
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Grade: 11
Jesan D
Age: 8
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Grade: 3
Arul Efrin A
Age: 17
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Grade: 12
Ritsan P
Age: 7
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Grade: 2
Sriiniya A
Age: 7
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Grade: 2
Sanjai C
Age: 6
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Grade: 1
Lincy Josna B
Age: 17
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Grade: 12
Indumathi A
Age: 17
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Grade: 12
Moriya A
Age: 17
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Grade: 12
Mithra T
Age: 7
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Grade: 1
Jeevantony C
Age: 14
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Grade: 9
Krishika D
Age: 7
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Grade: 3
Thanish M
Age: 7
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Grade: 2
Afrith Daniel J
Age: 17
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Grade: 12
Delfiya J
Age: 7
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Grade: 2
Ganesh K
Age: 14
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Grade: 9
Ashwald A
Age: 14
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Grade: 9
Jacika J
Age: 16
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Grade: 11
The Mother Teresa Foundation is a non-governmental charitable organisation working since 2002 for the unwanted, uncared and unloved in the society following the footsteps of St. Mother Teresa. It intensively strives to eradicate poverty, illiteracy and improve upon the health among the underserved. To achieve this goal it works in the fields of education, health, elderly care and upliftment of the disabled and the transgender community. It also addresses starvation by providing free food everyday to the hungry. We collaborate with like-minded service organisations and government agencies in implementing our projects.
CSR Grant by State Bank of India
The Mother Teresa Ambulance Service
State Bank of India provided a fully equipped Ambulance to The Mother Teresa Health Centre run by The Mother Teresa Foundation under CSR grant.
Featured Highlights

Official Appreciation Letter and Testimonial to The Foundation from The District Collector of Thanjavur
The District Collector Mr. Dinesh Ponraj Oliver in his offical capacity has issued an appreciation letter lauding the activities of The Mother Teresa Foundation. Read the letter…

Press Coverage of the handover of a free constructed house to a polio stricken family
Wide coverage was provided by the press and media for our event that was conducted to hand over a Free House that was constructed and handed over to a polio afflicted differently abled family

Widespread Media Coverage of Permanent Housing Provided to a Poor Family of 6
Coverage was provided by major TV and Print News Media for the Permanent Housing Provided to a Poor family of 6 in Chinnaponnapur village near Thanjavur

Life support Equipment to Differently abled for their sustainable livelihood
To mark International Disability Day, Foundation provided Life support equipments to differently abled and Transgender Individuals.
Our Projects
The Mother Teresa Single Mothers' Rehabilitation Program
Restoring dignity, strengthening hope, securing brighter futures.
Supporting Single Mothers to live a full, self-sustained life.
The Amudha Surabhi Free Meal Program
Zero tolerance to hunger
The Mother Teresa Foundation provides free meals everyday to street dwellers, nomads, differently abled and sick people, seasonal wage earners, outpatients, attendees of the inpatients treated in government hospitals and starving general public.
The Mother Teresa Scholarship Program
Bridge from misery to hope
The Mother Teresa Foundation aims to provide access to equality in education by providing scholarships to the underprivileged; especially to Girl students and first Graduates. The scholarship covers School fees, School supplies, College, Hostel, Transport and Incidental fees and expenses.
The Mother Teresa Medical Foundation
Beacon for wholesome health
The Mother Teresa Foundation seeks to provide modern medical care at affordable cost to everyone. The Mother Teresa Health Centre engages itself to provide such care with humanism in various specialties.
The Mother Teresa Joy Home for the Aged
Home of peace and happiness unparalleled
The Mother Teresa Joy Home provides the requisite comfort for our neglected elderly with love and compassion. We provide all basic needs which mainly include food, shelter and medical care.
The Mother Teresa Anbu Illam
ORPHANAGE
Abode of love
The Foundation houses children in The Mother Teresa Anbu Illam (orphanage) and creates a platform of hope with parental care. The children in the home are given free food, shelter, clothing, medical care and quality education both at school and college levels.
The Mother Teresa Disaster Relief Program
Help in need is help indeed
The program is multilayered and planned to address issues such as floods, cyclones, droughts and rapid spread of epidemics and provide help for prevention and mitigation and more recently during the economic chaos caused by COVID-19. The Foundation over the years has actively responded to the call and helped thousands of affected people especially those in inaccessible areas in such situations.
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Testimonials
It is our privilege to say that we are associated ourselves with this Foundation and we shall continue to support the Foundation whose presence is going to play a positive role for a strong society, which will help in national development.
I wish them all the best for their endeavors in future.
Past District Governor, Rotary International District 2982
Updates

Silver Jubilee Celebration of Mother Teresa Foundation Begins with Thanksgiving and Prayer
The Mother Teresa Foundation officially entered its Silver Jubilee year on 10th May 2026, marking the beginning

Higher Education Counseling for Students: Building Dreams Through Guidance and Support
Education is one of the most powerful tools to transform lives and

Scholarship Counseling Program Brings Hope to Students and Families
Education has the power to transform lives, especially for children facing difficult

Women Empowerment Awareness Program: “Thadaigalai Thaandi” – Rising Beyond Barriers
Empowering women is the foundation of a stronger society. With this vision,

Wellness Program for Elderly: A Step Towards Happy and Peaceful Living
As part of its Silver Jubilee celebrations (2026–2027), the Mother Teresa Foundation has launched a

Success Story of a Single Mother : A Journey from Struggle to Strength
Life often tests us in ways we never expect. The Success Story of

Free Medical Camp Thanjavur: Bringing Healthcare Closer to Those in Need
Health is the foundation of a happy life-but for many rural families,

Free Legal Aid Camp for Single Mothers
Access to justice is a fundamental right, yet many vulnerable women struggle

Free Learning License Registration Camp for Single Mothers
The Mother Teresa Foundation has been continuously working for the welfare of

Scholarship Support for Underprivileged Students: A Step Toward Education and Hope
Education has the power to transform lives, especially for children who face

Women’s Day Celebration for Single Mothers
The Women’s Day Celebration for Single Mothers organized by the Mother Teresa Foundation was a heartfelt

Heartfelt Review of Mother Teresa Joy Home: A Place Where Seniors Truly Thrive
The Heartfelt Review of Mother Teresa Joy Home begins with one simple
In the Media

Press Coverage of the 114th birthday celebration of St. Mother Teresa
Mother Teresa Foundation celebrated 114th birthday of St. Mother Teresa on 25th

Media Coverage of the Donation by The LIC of India to the Mother Teresa Health Centre
The Life Insurance Corporation (LIC) of India through it’s Life Insurance Corporation

Press Coverage of Free Medical camp in State Bank Of India, VOC Nagar Branch, Thanjavur
Mother Teresa Health Center Conducted monthly free medical camp in State Bank of

Press Coverage of Diwali Celebration With Senior Citizens
Mother Teresa Foundation Celebrated Diwali in Mother Teresa Joy Home For The Aged
Press Releases

Press Coverage of a Life Guidance Program for physically disabled women
Uplifting lives through compassion and direction – a special program at Mother

Press Coverage of Government services made simple — right at your doorstep!
Under the guidance of Chairman Dr. A.R. Savarimuthu ,Mother Teresa Foundation officials,

Press Coverage of Empowering Single Mothers & Students for a Brighter Tomorrow
A Life Guidance and Awareness Program for single Mothers was held at

Press Coverage of Government Schemes to Uplift the Lives of Single Mothers
Tamil Nadu Government schemes aimed at improving the livelihood of single women

