Donation Drive 2025

Details of execution: 

Duration: 4 Days
Location: Katwa

1. Project Overview

Rainbow Welfare Society participated in the “Rupang Dehi” Exhibition, organized by the Tanayas Group, as part of its ongoing initiative to collect new and usable pre‑owned clothing for underprivileged communities. The exhibition provided a high‑visibility platform, enabling the Society to reach households across Katwa and strengthen community engagement.

Over four energetic and fast‑paced days, members of Rainbow Welfare Society managed the donation stall, coordinated volunteer schedules, collected clothing, maintained records, and interacted with hundreds of visitors. The event became not just a collection drive but a celebration of teamwork, community spirit, and shared purpose.

2. Objectives

• To collect new and usable pre‑owned sarees, garments, and winterwear for distribution in rural areas.

• To increase public awareness of Rainbow Welfare Society’s humanitarian initiatives.

• To strengthen partnerships with women entrepreneurs and local community groups.

• To promote the spirit of  "Swayangsiddha" — empowered women balancing home, work, and entrepreneurship.

3. Key Activities

a. Stall Management & Volunteer Coordination

• Daily schedules were posted and monitored to ensure smooth volunteer rotation.

• Members managed both field responsibilities and stall duties simultaneously.

• Tasks included collecting clothes, sorting items, maintaining donation records, and assisting visitors.

b. Community Engagement

• Visitors were encouraged to donate usable clothing.

• Volunteers interacted warmly with donors, answered queries, and shared information about upcoming projects.

• Photos and videos were captured to document the event and promote transparency.

c. Partnership with Tanayas Group

• Tanayas, a collective of women entrepreneurs, offered Rainbow Welfare Society a dedicated stall.

• Each member of Tanayas represents the spirit of Swayangsiddha, aligning perfectly with Rainbow’s Women’s Day project.

• Their support amplified the Society’s visibility across Katwa.

4. Impact

a. Collection Outcome

• A large volume of new and pre‑owned sarees, garments, and winterwear was collected.

• Planning has already begun to distribute these items across selected villages.

b. Community Reach

• The exhibition helped Rainbow Welfare Society connect with households across Katwa.

• The stall became a symbol of trust, compassion, and community participation.

c. Empowerment & Collaboration

• The partnership with Tanayas highlighted the strength of women-led initiatives.

• Volunteers demonstrated exceptional dedication, balancing personal responsibilities with service.

5. Acknowledgements

Rainbow Welfare Society extends heartfelt gratitude to:

• Tanayas Group for providing a valuable platform and helping us reach every corner of Katwa.

• Residents of Katwa for donating generously and supporting the cause with love.

• All field members and volunteers, including the President, who managed their personal commitments and still dedicated their afternoons to stall duties.

• News Network 7 for covering the story and amplifying our message.

• Social media influencers Foody Traveler Arijit, Scout Indranil Nath, and Priya Sagar for helping spread awareness.

• Kartik Kaku, our trusted Toto driver, for his unwavering reliability and support throughout the event.

6. Conclusion

The “Rupang Dehi” Exhibition became one of the most vibrant and successful community engagement events of the year for Rainbow Welfare Society. Beyond collecting clothes, the Society received immense love, recognition, and encouragement from the people of Katwa. The event strengthened partnerships, showcased women’s empowerment, and reaffirmed the Society’s commitment to serving with compassion and unity.

Rainbow Welfare Society looks forward to continuing this journey of service, collaboration, and community upliftment in the coming year.