Restoring Dignity. Building Communities. Empowering Lives.
Supporting elderly individuals and vulnerable communities through care, shelter, empowerment, and hope for a better future. Today, we care for a family of 126 individuals while working towards a permanent, self-sustaining ecosystem where generations can live, support, learn, and grow together with dignity and purpose.
More than a shelter, we are building a future where every life is valued.
One intention became a larger purpose of care.
What began with one woman’s mission to care for neglected elderly individuals has grown into a larger purpose of supporting vulnerable communities with dignity and compassion.
- Founded by Yojana Gharat with a belief that no person should be left without care, dignity, and support.
- The journey expanded across Maharashtra before continuing its work in Thane.
- SMIT Foundation is a family built on compassion, resilience, and hope.
Care and dignity for people who need support the most.
SMIT Foundation supports elderly individuals and vulnerable communities through care, shelter, dignity, and empowerment.
Senior Citizens
Safe care, shelter, and companionship for elderly individuals who need dignity and support.
Vulnerable Individuals
A compassionate environment for people facing difficult circumstances and social challenges.
Differently-Abled Individuals
Support that helps people live with safety, respect, and everyday human connection.
Mentally Unsound Individuals
Care for people who require patience, safety, and consistent emotional support.
Missing & Reunification Support
Support for people who need safety, identification, care, and a path back to family connection where possible.
Support Daily Care
Start SupportingEvery act of support creates meaningful impact.
Whether you contribute your time, skills, resources, or partnership, you become part of our journey to restore dignity, build communities, and empower lives.
Connect With UsThe impact you helped us achieve.
Together with supporters and partners, SMIT continues creating care, dignity, and opportunities for those who need it most.
Care that goes beyond shelter.
Safe Care & Shelter
A safe environment where vulnerable people can live with dignity, comfort, and a sense of belonging.
Food & Essential Support
Nutritious meals, daily essentials, and practical support that make everyday care possible.
Health & Wellness
Care that supports physical, emotional, and everyday well-being for the SMIT family.
Rehabilitation & Empowerment
Opportunities and support that help individuals rebuild confidence, skills, and purpose.
Community & Human Connection
A family-like space where people feel seen, supported, respected, and connected.
A Self-Sustaining Future
A permanent ecosystem where care, opportunities, and community come together for generations.
Together, we are building a future with dignity, purpose, and hope.
Every act of support creates meaningful impact. Contribute your time, skills, resources, or partnership and become part of the journey.
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A journey made stronger by people who care.
We are grateful to the organizations and partners who have supported our mission and become part of our journey to create meaningful impact.
More than a shelter, we are building a future where every life is valued.
Be part of the journey to restore dignity, build communities, and empower lives.