Their support not only provided me with the basics but also restored my hope. I am now on a path toward a brighter future, all thanks to their kindness and generosity.

“Takers are now Givers” – This is not just a phrase at YUVAAN; it’s a living truth reflected in the story of Suraj Bhosale.
Born in a nomadic community marked by crime, Suraj’s early life was anything but easy. After his father’s passing, he was raised by his illiterate mother in a small 10x10 room on Malrana Road, outside a remote village. Despite societal pressures and poverty, his mother made it her mission to educate her children.
His sister Aarti Bhosale, now a national-level boxer and staff selection employee, became his pillar of strength. She found support from YUVAAN for Suraj’s education when she herself was offered a city hostel and boxing coaching from Police Coach Shakeel Shaikh.
Suraj joined a diploma in civil engineering but failed in four subjects in his first year due to a poor study environment. He personally assured that with YUVAAN’s support, he would turn his life around.
And he did.
Suraj not only cleared all his subjects the next year, but also went on to complete his Diploma and Degree in Civil Engineering with distinction. With sheer dedication and mentorship from YUVAAN, he cracked the Public Works Department exam and is now a Government Assistant Engineer – the first civil engineer from his community.
More inspiring is how he chose to give back. Suraj now mentors underprivileged students, donates to YUVAAN, and has taken guardianship of a needy student’s education — fulfilling the cycle of transformation.
When felicitated with the book “I Had a Dream” by IAS Dr. Rajendra Bharud at YUVAAN, he stood as a role model for many — proving that with resilience, right guidance, and support, even the most disadvantaged youth can become nation-builders.

“There was a time when I folded sarees in a shop during the day and studied late into the night, just to survive. YUVAAN turned my silent struggle into a proud service.” – Madhuri Thanage, Staff Nurse, Government Rural Hospital
Hailing from a marginalized rural background, Madhuri Thanage had the will to pursue education but lacked the means. While working at a cloth store just to afford basic education, she approached YUVAAN for support.
With access to free lodging, meals, guidance, and emotional strength through YUVAAN’s Free Youth Hostel, Madhuri successfully completed her GNM (General Nursing & Midwifery) from a Government Nursing College.
During the COVID-19 pandemic, she worked fearlessly in the ICU ward, becoming a frontline warrior in the toughest of times. She later gained valuable experience in a reputed private hospital and continued her preparation for government jobs.
Today, Madhuri proudly serves as a Staff Nurse (Aarogya Sevika) in a Government Rural Hospital—a symbol of strength, resilience, and dedication.
But what makes her story truly special?
She has now taken responsibility for the higher education of two other needy girls through YUVAAN—becoming a donor, a mentor, and a role model.
“YUVAAN didn’t just help me survive—they gave me a mission. I’m not just a nurse, I’m a chain in the circle of giving.”
From taker to giver, from seeker to savior—this is the legacy YUVAAN nurtures.

Knowing that my contributions are directly changing lives gives me a sense of purpose. I trust this organization wholeheartedly and will continue to support their noble cause.

Seeing firsthand the impact we make in people's lives is incredibly rewarding. Every moment spent helping others has deepened my belief in the power of compassion and community.