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Onam Festival Celebration at Janani Home – 5th September 2025

On 5th September 2025, the children and staff of Janani Home, Prime Educational and Social Trust, came together with joy and enthusiasm to celebrate the colorful festival of Onam. The home was decorated beautifully with flowers, traditional motifs, and vibrant rangoli designs that brought the festive spirit alive.

The celebration began with the making of the ‘Pookalam’, a floral carpet, by the girls and staff members. The children actively participated in arranging flowers in artistic patterns, showcasing creativity and teamwork. This was followed by a short cultural program, where the girls presented traditional songs and dances highlighting the essence of Onam and the story of King Mahabali.

To add fun and energy to the celebration, various traditional games and activities were organized for the children, filling the home with laughter and cheer. The highlight of the day was the Onam Sadhya (traditional feast), lovingly prepared and served on banana leaves, symbolizing togetherness and prosperity.

The celebration not only brought festive cheer but also reminded everyone of the values of unity, equality, and cultural heritage that Onam represents. The girls thoroughly enjoyed the day, making memories that they will cherish for a long time.

The Prime Trust team is grateful to all well-wishers, volunteers, and supporters who continue to stand by the mission of providing a loving and nurturing environment for the children of Janani Home.

Happy Onam!

Links:

• Celebration of Onam festival on 5th September

Prime Trust Completes Dhwani Foundation’s 15-Month NGO Capacity Building Program

Prime Educational and Social Trust is proud to announce the successful completion of the 15-month NGO Capacity Building Program facilitated by Dhwani Foundation, Bangalore. This intensive program was designed to empower grassroots organizations by strengthening their institutional capacity, governance structures, and operational systems, ensuring that they remain sustainable and impactful in the long term.

 Throughout the 15-month journey, Prime Trust underwent structured training sessions, personalized mentoring, and practical handholding support from Dhwani Foundation experts. The curriculum covered a wide range of critical areas essential for nonprofit growth and accountability, including:

•  Governance & Compliance: Enhancing board engagement, transparency, and adherence to statutory regulations.
• Financial Management: Strengthening budgeting, auditing, and accountability mechanisms.
• Human Resources & Policies: Establishing clear HR systems, staff welfare practices, and organizational culture.
• Fundraising & Sustainability: Developing strategies for donor engagement, resource mobilization, and long-term sustainability.
• Program Management & Impact Measurement: Improving monitoring and evaluation systems to demonstrate measurable social impact.

 By participating in this program, Prime Trust has successfully institutionalized several new systems, refined internal processes, and embraced best practices that will significantly enhance our ability to serve underprivileged communities. The certificate of completion awarded by Dhwani Foundation is not merely an acknowledgment of participation, but a recognition of our commitment to organizational excellence and continuous learning.

This achievement represents a milestone in Prime Trust’s growth story. Equipped with stronger systems and enhanced leadership capacity, we are now better positioned to expand our reach, attract long-term partners, and create a deeper and more sustainable impact in the lives of marginalized women, children, and communities we serve.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to Dhwani Foundation for their mentorship and guidance throughout this journey of transformation.

• Capacity building by Dhwani Foundation (PDF)