AIM for Seva
AIM for Seva was born from the heart-led mission of founder Swami Dayananda Saraswati to address the obstacles faced by children of impoverished rural India in accessing quality education and health care. The concept of building chatralaya, or free student homes, in close proximity to schools took root, bringing value-based education right to their doorstep – and forming the foundation of our unique holistic model of care and support. Our chatralaya serve as a true home away from home in every sense, providing a loving, nurturing environment and a richly balanced life for children from grades 4 through 12.
Since 2000, AIM for Seva’s chatralaya, schools and hospitals have been making it possible for these children to develop into healthy, self-confident, responsible citizens – fully prepared for career and life.
Detroit Chapter Coordinators
248-979-8900
srini.seva@gmail.com
Savithri Raman
248-679-2730
svraman92@gmail.com
Dr Prem Khilanani
248-626-2829
premkhilanani@gmail.com
Detroit Chapter
The Detroit Chapter sponsors four chatralaya for boys, with a goal of funding the complete care for 200 children. Another important initiative is to raise the funds necessary to build a much-needed new chatralaya to bring our holistic care and programming to a greater number of children in rural and tribal communities of India. Your gifts to the Detroit Chapter will also help support the four AIM for Seva hospitals in offering free or subsidized care to rural populations.
Impact of Your Gifts
20 million lives touched in rural India since 2000
2,300 villages reached across 16 states in rural India
School dropout rate reduced 90% among children enrolled in chatralaya
80% of students pursued higher education or secured employment
Chatralaya Sponsored by Detroit Chapter
| Free Student Home | Number of Students |
Fundraising Goal |
Donor Report |
| Sembangudi Chatralaya for Boys | 48 | $24,000 | View/Download |
| Kallur Chatralaya for Boys | 21 | $10,500 | View/Download |
| Chikkamagalur Chatralaya for Boys | 50 | $25,000 | View/Download |
| Haripad Chatralaya for Boys | 17 | $8,500 | View/Download |
Our 2025 chapter goal is to raise $310,000 for the following:
Sponsor complete care for 200 children ($100,000)
Build a chatralaya ($175,000)
Support Michigan-based local charities ($10,000)
Support health care projects in India ($25,000)
Join the Movement
Our chapter goals can only be reached through the donations of a caring community. Your generous donation to AIM for Seva allows us to continue to invest in the lives of children most in need throughout remote areas of India. Through our nurturing, education and support, these children are realizing their full potential – and being empowered for lifelong success. Please make your gift today and help us continue to transform rural India, one child at a time.
Want to Leave a Legacy? Honor a loved one by funding a chatralaya or special project in their homeland and dedicating it in their name.
AIM for Seva earned highest rating for the fourth consecutive year.
For personal checks, make payable to AIM for Seva and mail to:
AIM for Seva
PO Box 639, Saylorsburg, PA 18353
AIM for Seva EIN #:11-3573392
Interested in Volunteering?
If you’re looking to volunteer your time and talents to touch a child’s life in a more tangible and direct way, please contact your local coordinator to learn about volunteer opportunities.
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