The Dr. Mane Medical Foundation and Research Centre holds immense significance for providing free and affordable cancer care to underserved rural and tribal communities in India. Founded in 2011 by Dr. Swapnil Mane, the charitable NGO operates the Saidham Cancer Hospital in Maharashtra.
Impacting over 1.1 million lives
Conducting 17,000+ free cancer surgeries
Hosting 1,300+ rural detection camps
It is recognised by India's SIRO (Department of Science and Technology). The foundation bridges critical geographical and financial gaps through mobile screening clinics, survivor empowerment, and preventative initiatives like the HEAL Project for cervical and breast cancers.
VFIT supports cervical screening and post screening procedure covering over 10000 women in the rural parts of Rahuri tehsil, Ahilyanagar.
VFIT appreciate the camp wise reporting by DMMFRC, and its attention to positive cases. While surgeries are conducted at the Saidham Hospital, strong tie ups have ensured that referrals for chemotherapy are cared for with urgency
Says Dr Swapnil Mane, Founder, DMMFRC, “The support extended by the Volkart Foundation Indian Trust has significantly strengthened our efforts to provide cervical cancer screening and timely follow-up care to women in rural communities. This partnership has enabled early detection, improved access to healthcare services, and created a lasting impact in the lives of thousands of women. We sincerely appreciate VFIT's commitment towards improving women's health and strengthening community healthcare.”
The Jimmy S Bilimoria Foundation holds profound significance as a pioneer of free, home-based palliative care in India through its flagship initiative – PALCARE. Operating across the Mumbai Metropolitan Region, the foundation bridges a critical healthcare gap by deploying multidisciplinary teams of doctors, nurses, and psychologists to patients battling advanced cancer and life-limiting chronic illnesses. By delivering professional symptom management, pain relief, and psycho-social counselling directly to patient and families, it eliminates unnecessary hospitalization.
Launched with the backing of such eminent institutions as the Tata Trusts, Mahindra Foundation, Cipla Foundation, its work ensures that terminally ill individuals from all socio-economic walks can live and die peacefully with dignity, comfort, and love at home. VFIT funds the equivalent of the operational costs of one of nine zonal teams.
VFIT appreciates how the Foundation has sensitised a large set of funders on the importance of palliative care. As the organization moves into its second decade following its 10th anniversary milestone in December 2025, its strategic roadmap focuses on expanding access to free, specialized home care across India, integrating advanced digital infrastructure, and shifting public perception of palliative treatment.
Says Mrs Pheroza Bilimoria, Founder, The Jimmy S Bilimoria Foundation, “We are honoured to be supported by The Volkart Foundation Indian Trust. Our shared vision for improving Indian healthcare makes VFIT a perfect ally, inspiring and motivating us to drive forward with greater determination and renewed energy.”
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