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Review for Mata Amritanandamayi Math, Kerala, , India
I met Amma in 1996 for the first time, and knew immediately she was not an ordinary woman. I had heard of her healing hugs, but didn’t realize then the extent of her dedication to helping the poor. Over the years I have seen her humanitarian work grow incessantly. From orphanages, to schools, hospitals, pension plans, hospices, homes for the elderly and many more. In 2005, I was able to attend her 50th birthday celebrations in Cochin, during which more new social programs for the poor were inaugurated by Amma, such as legal aid and group weddings. The Mata Amritanandamayi Math’s effective relief work during disasters is outstanding, so much so it is now recognized by the UN. To be around Amma and to see how she is constantly finding ways to improve people’s lives not only on a spiritual level, but also on a very physical and practical level is such an inspiration. Being around Amma has also changed my life. It motivates me to be there for others even in small ways – a short visit or a phone call to an elderly person, listen to a young mother’s worries, encouraging words to a coworker; and to participate in fundraising activities whenever possible.
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What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
Although it is based in India, it encourages people not only to help the poor in India, but also encourages people all over the world to help out in their own communities.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
continue to extend its relief work and social programs to other countries as it has already started doing. For example, 1$ million US donated to the Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund, and an orphanage in Kenya.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
Review for Mata Amritanandamayi Math, Kerala, , India
I met Amma in 1996 for the first time, and knew immediately she was not an ordinary woman. I had heard of her healing hugs, but didn’t realize then the extent of her dedication to helping the poor. Over the years I have seen her humanitarian work grow incessantly. From orphanages, to schools, hospitals, pension plans, hospices, homes for the elderly and many more. In 2005, I was able to attend her 50th birthday celebrations, during which more new social programs for the poor were inaugurated, such as legal aid and group weddings. The Mata Amritanandamayi Math’s effective relief work during disasters is outstanding, so much so it is now recognized by the UN. To be around Amma and to see how she is constantly finding ways to improve people’s lives not only on a spiritual level, but also on a very physical and practical level is such an inspiration. It motivates me to be there for others even in small ways – a short visit or a phone call to an elderly person, listen to a young mother’s worries, encouraging words to a coworker; and to participate in fundraising activities whenever possible.
More Feedback
What I've enjoyed the most about my experience with this nonprofit is...
Although it is based in India, it encourages people not only to help the poor in India, but also encourages people all over the world to help out in their own communities.
If this organization had 10 million bucks, it could...
continue to extend its relief work and social programs to other countries as it has already started doing. For example, 1$ million US donated to the Bush-Clinton Katrina Fund, and an orphanage in Kenya.
How frequently have you been involved with the organization?
About every six months
When was your last experience with this nonprofit?
2009
