August 2025
In August 2025, Sri Prema Charity Village warmly welcomed around 1,000 school children from Channapatna, a town in the state of Karnataka. This special event was a powerful expression of solidarity and commitment to the education and well-being of the youngest members of the community, many of whom come from economically disadvantaged families.
During the day, backpacks, essential school supplies such as notebooks, pens, pencils, and colors were distributed, along with nutritious meals to support the children in their daily activities. The main goal was to provide the children with the necessary tools to face the school year with confidence, thereby promoting education as a key to a better future.
Local authorities and the police chief actively participated in the event, showing their support and cooperation with the charitable village. Their presence added further significance to the initiative, highlighting the social and community value of this solidarity effort.
The humanitarian initiative and the service provided to the government schools of Channapatna Taluk, in Bangalore district, were widely covered by local newspapers, which emphasized the positive impact of the event on the community. Thanks to these efforts, Sri Prema Charity Village continues to establish itself as an important point of reference for supporting education and social development in the region.
July- December 2024
Indian press article July 2024
Channapatnam: Associations for society
CP Yogeshwar, former minister and member of the Legislative Council, expressed the opinion that organizations can only be recognized in mainstream society when they demonstrate complementary development.
He inaugurated the Shree Prema Charitable Trust and the Shree Prema Sai Sanyuktashray Organization near Kurangare in the taluk by lighting a torch and distributing backpacks, books, and stationery to 1,250 students from 18 government schools in the taluk.
At the ceremony for distributing bags, books, and stationery, he lit the lamp and inaugurated it.
Ferrante, the founding president of the Shree Prema Charitable Trust, who came from abroad and settled in the taluk, also praised his spirit of service, saying that the social service work carried out continuously in the taluk is truly commendable.
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July 2023
On July 27, 2023, Sri Prema Charitable Village had the pleasure of welcoming over 1,200 school children from Channapatna, India. In an atmosphere of great participation and in the presence of local authorities, our volunteers distributed backpacks filled with all the necessary school supplies to start the new academic year with enthusiasm and confidence. The goal was to ensure that every child has equal opportunities to study, without lacking any essential materials.
Every year, the Sri Prema Sai Charitable Trust expands its commitment by adopting an increasing number of schools to support, thus strengthening its educational and social mission. Thanks to this important project, we were once again able to bring smiles to 1,200 children, offering them not only the tools to learn but also a profound message about the importance of giving with love and generosity.
December 2022 – January 2023
The year 2023 has begun, and the mission of Sri Prema Charitable Village continues with commitment and determination in the villages of Channapatna. In this new chapter of the project, two additional schools were added to the support program, thereby expanding the reach and the number of children who can benefit from our initiatives.
Study mats, desks, and lockers were provided—essential tools to create a more comfortable and organized school environment, thus promoting students’ learning and well-being. Additionally, bags of sweets were distributed, a small gesture that brought joy and happiness to the children, strengthening the bond between the community and the volunteers.
A symbolic and important moment was the breaking of the stick with which children were punished: a gesture representing the end of old punitive practices and the beginning of an educational approach based on respect, understanding, and encouragement. This change reflects the desire to promote a more humane and positive education, where every child can grow up in a safe and stimulating environment.
July 2022
After two years of Covid, the great work of the Sri Prema Sai Charitable Trust in collaboration with the Sri Prema Sai APS Italia Organisation could start again. Another humanitarian mission comes to an end, hard and tiring work, but with the joy of having lived by giving love. Backpacks and school materials were prepared for 1200 poor schoolchildren to give them the opportunity to study, as every year.
YEAR 2019
20 JULY 2019 – Day of service and help for schoolchildren.
Delivery of school supplies, backpacks, books, notebooks, pens, pencils and other essentials to 600 schoolchildren in Ramanagara – Channapatna district in the presence of the Indian government authorities. The handing over of the school materials was attended by the highest authority of the local government, Captain Dr K Rajendra, IAS, Deputy Commissioner of Ramangara district. The annual school light for the 2019/2020 school year was officially switched on.
Year 2018
On June 9, 2018, our village had the honor of hosting a group of primary and secondary school children from the village of Chekkere, located in Channapatna Taluk, Ramangara region, India. This visit was a special moment of sharing and connection between the young people of the two communities, an opportunity to strengthen bonds and promote values of friendship and solidarity.
During the day, the children were offered biscuits, sweets, and fresh mangoes—fruits grown directly in our village, symbolizing our land and the community’s hard work. This gesture was meant not only as a moment of joy and celebration but also as a way to help the children understand the importance of local production and respect for nature.
The meeting represented a valuable opportunity for the children to exchange experiences, learn together, and enjoy moments of happiness in a calm and welcoming environment. The distribution of these gifts highlighted the village’s ongoing commitment to caring for the new generations, offering them concrete support and affection.
1 OCTOBER 2018 – Government schools in India – Ramangara district – Channapatna Taluk . Distribution of educational materials to over 200 primary and high school children in the presence of Dr Prasad.
Year 2017
27 JUNE 2017 – Distribution by volunteers of educational materials to over 400 students from different rural villages. Backpacks, books, exercise books, pens and markers were distributed in the presence of the high authorities of the Ramangara district of the State of Karnataka, including the President of the Zillar Panchayat Mr. C. P. Rajesh . On this occasion, 10 primary schools in the Taluk of Channapatna – Ramangara district, India, were adopted.
8 DECEMBER 2017 – Government Primary School – Chekkere – distribution of teaching materials and sweets to children.
13 JUNE 2016 – Meeting with Ramanagara District authorities, families and all teachers of Government Higher Primary School, Chakkere – Channaptna Taluk with the presence of the President of the Zillar Panchayat Mr. C. P. Rajesh of Ramnagara District of the State of Karnataka.
18 JUNE 2016 – Day dedicated to the growth and cultural development of the children of St. Anne’s English Higher Primary School Channapatna Taluk – Ramnagara. School run by humble and willing nuns. Educational material was distributed to over 500 children.
3 SEPTEMBER 2016 -Government High School – Chakkere – Channapatna Taluk donation of computers and printers.
