Support HelpAge India’s Flood Relief Efforts

The recent floods in Punjab and Uttarakhand have caused widespread devastation across several districts, affecting homes, livelihoods, and access to essential services. Entire villages have been submerged, displacing families who are now forced to live in makeshift shelters or in open areas. HelpAge India is on the ground providing relief and primary healthcare to those affected, taking special care of the elderly, who are often the last and lost in line during times of disaster.

The Need

In the Rapid Needs Assessment undertaken by the HelpAge India team in consultation with Community Based Organisations and the affected community, the immediate survival requirements have been identified as healthcare, food & essential commodities, temporary shelters and hygiene materials.

Healthcare

HelpAge India is establishing temporary health camps in the worst-affected areas. We are providing free medical consultation and medicines for both communicable and non-communicable diseases. Chronic patients – particularly elderly with diabetes, hypertension, arthritis, or respiratory diseases – are being given essential medicines to prevent interruption of treatment.

Additionally, hygiene and sanitisation activities are being undertaken, including spraying of disinfectants in waterlogged areas, distribution of bleaching powder and awareness campaigns on safe hygiene practices, nutrition and infection prevention.

The Relief Package

HelpAge India is providing the following Daily Essentials Kits and Shelter Essentials Kits to the flood affected:

Daily Essentials Kit Rs 3600 Per Family

Daily requirements of 10 days for a family of 4-5 consisting of raw rice, pulses, sugar, salt, cooking oil, spices, mosquito coils, soaps, detergents, toothbrushes & toothpastes

Shelter Essentials Kit Rs 3600 Per Family

Blankets, Bedsheets, Plastic Mats & Tarpaulin for a family of 4-5 members

Your Support Matters

This is a very difficult time for those who have lost their all – but together we can help them rebuild their lives.

The flood relief campaign will be live from 15th September to 15th October 2025.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I donate to your organization?

Please click on the following link where you can select your preferred mode of contribution.

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Will I get a tax exemption for my donation?

Yes, you will receive a 50% tax reduction certificate under Section 80G, which will be sent to your registered email address or postal address.

How do I receive my 80G certificate?

The certificate will be sent to the email address provided by you at the time of donation upon successful completion of the transaction. Alternately, a physical copy will be posted to the address provided by you at the time of donation.

Do you accept donations in cash or in kind?

Yes, we do accept donations in cash. However, if you like to avail of tax exemption for your donation, you can only contribute Rs 2000 cash in a financial year.

What if I misplace my tax receipt?

Please write to [email protected] for a duplicate receipt mentioning your donation details

How do I make a donation from outside India?

You can contribute to our US entity ‘American Friends of HelpAge India’ by clicking on the following link: https://www.af-hi.org/donation/

Where is my money spent?

Your support helps us provide care and dignity to disadvantaged older persons across India under the following programmes – Agecare, Healthcare and Livelihoods & Disaster Management.

Can I choose which programme to donate to?

Yes, you can select the cause which you would like to support from a drop-down menu on our Donation form.

Where can I get details about HelpAge’s finances?

Please click on the following link to get details about our Finances: https://helpageindia.org/documents/

What to do if I need to update payment details or make any edits in the receipt?

Please write to [email protected] with details of the changes you would like to make

How to contact if I have any queries?

For general enquiries, please write to [email protected].
To get in touch with one of our State offices, please click on the following link:
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When will I get 10BE?

You will receive it in the next financial year after May 31st either on your registered email address or your postal address.