Grocery Donation To Cancer Patient

07 Oct 2025

*Lions Club of Ulwe Gems* 🌟 In Collaboration with 🌟 *Bhukha Na Rahe Koi (Activity Group)* *Joint Mega Service Activity with Participating Clubs* Lions Club of New Panvel Steel Town Lions Club of NM Agri Koli Lions Club of NM Platinum Lions Club of Uran Gold Lions Club of NM Palm Beach Elite *Grocery Distribution to Cancer Patients at Assam Bhawan – A Month of Compassion* In a heartfelt effort to bring comfort and dignity to those bravely fighting cancer, the Lions Club of Ulwe Gems, in collaboration with Bhukha Na Rahe Koi, organized a Grocery Distribution Program at Assam Bhawan, extending nourishment and care for an entire month. Each packet symbolized care, each grain carried love — together serving *141* cancer patients daily for *30 days* , reaching a total of *5,130* beneficiaries. *Donation Details* *Item Quantity* Rice 750 kg Moong Dal 60 kg Masur Dal 60 kg Sunflower Oil 180 kg Wheat Flour 150 kg Papad 15 kg Rajmah 10 kg Green Watana 10 kg Chana Dal 10 kg Mustard Oil 10 kg *Total Weight 1,255 kg* *Project Cost ₹97,500/-* *Total Lions Present: 23* Lion Yogita Milind Patil, Lion Sangita Mhatre, Lion Meena Tharwani, Lion Karuna Saxena, Lion Milind Patil, Lion Ramakant Mhatre, Lion Rajesh Jagasia, Lion Sandip Mhatre, Lion Umesh Jadhav, Lion Dnyaneshwar Sonavane, Lion Sunita Sonawane, Lion Lorraine D’Souza, Lion Varsha Lokare, Lion Fulma Patil, Lion Gayatri Nagpal, Lion Rinku, Lion Rajendra Thakur, Lion Anita Singh, Lion Viswas Kawatkar, Lion Deepak Patil, Lion Moreshwar Bhopi *Chief Guest* *N. R. Parameswaran, District Governor 2024–25* *Guest of Honour* *Lion Mushtaque Khan, DC Childhood Cancer* *Guest Remarks* *N. R. Parameswaran, District Governor 2024–25, expressed deep appreciation,* stating — > “Service is not about how much we give, but about how deeply we care. Today, the Lions have shown the true meaning of our motto — We Serve. Each packet of food represents not just nutrition, but hope and solidarity with those facing one of life’s toughest battles.” *Lion Mushtaque Khan, DC Childhood Cancer,* added — > “Cancer drains families emotionally and financially. What you have done here brings light to homes where despair often dwells. The unity of all participating clubs today truly exemplifies the spirit of Lionism — serving together with compassion.” *Words from Assam Bhawan Committee* *Mr. Jayesh Bhai, Trustee of Assam Bhawan, shared with emotion* — > “Many of our patients come from distant villages of the North East, leaving behind their homes and families. The Lions’ support has brought tears of gratitude to their eyes. For them, this is not just food — it is love, care, and the assurance that they are not alone in this fight.” *A Month of Hope and Humanity* This initiative stood as a shining example of unity in service — where multiple Lions Clubs came together, hand in hand, to ensure no one sleeps hungry and every soul feels cared for. As the smiling faces of patients blessed the volunteers, the message was clear — 💛 Humanity still thrives where hearts choose to serve. 💛 *Special Acknowledgment* A special note of appreciation to Lion Umang Desai for his dedicated coordination with the Assam Bhawan Committee, ensuring seamless planning and the grand success of this compassionate activity. His commitment and support played a vital role in making this project impactful and memorable. *Regards,* *PMJF Lion Milind Patil* *PMJF Lion Ramakant Mhatre* *MJF Lion Vijay Patil*