Information about the NGO
- Blessed Hearts Foundation is a charity for children, created in November 2008 to support the under privileged children of India. The philosophy of the foundation is to create a magnificent future for the children of India.
- Baby Beri As a Fund raising initiative, Baby Beri, a brand of kid's clothes was launched on 2009. Baby Beri is a charitable enterprise to support children by Ritu Beri.
The collections are Ms. Beri's contribution to Blessed Hearts Foundation. The proceeds from the sales of the Baby Beri collection are donated for charity.
Ritu Beri has launched, 'BABY BERI' her line of occasion wear for kids.
Children are fun to dress.
Today's kids are very conscious of how they look and what they wish to wear.
In Beri's journey to dress Gia (her daughter) she discovered that in India, children's wear is largely restricted to ready-to-wear. Therefore, she decided to design occasion wear for the little tots.
"Designing Kid's clothing is a playful and joyful experience," says Ritu. "The endeavor is to showcase designs that are stylish, trendy and comfortable all at the same time. The idea is to bring out the youthfulness and cheerfulness of kids".
The first event was fashion show for children by Ritu Beri Designs which was held on Sunday, the 1st February'09 at Hyatt Regency Delhi. The funds raised at this event were donated to the charity.
MOTTO
- To improve and uplift the condition of the less fortunate children in all ways possible.
- To mainstream children from street to school life: Children between the age group of 5-12 years will be provided access to primary and secondary schools.
- To feed the undernourished poor children of India.
- To provide adequate healthcare support for the needy children.
- To help find homes for orphan children.
- To create a magnificent future for the children of India.
- To raise funds and create awareness of Autism in India.
PAST ACTIVITIES
The first charity event was the launch of the 'Baby Beri' Line on 1st February'09. It was launched by Bollywood superstar, Mr. Akshay Kumar. The event was a great success and was followed by the equally grand and successful 'Baby Beri 2010' with Mr. Sanjay Dutt as the Chief Guest for the show. The third event 'Baby Beri 2011' was held on 24th September'11 and Mr. Kunal Kapoor was the Chief Guest. The fourth event 'Baby Beri 2013' was held on 2nd March 2013 and Mr. Abhishek Bachchan was the Chief Guest. It was again a resounding success.
ASSOCIATION
- General Maternity & Child Care Hospital
Delhi State - Indian Red Cross Society
The IRCS - Delhi State is the Branch of the Indian Red Cross Society for the Delhi State. Hon'ble Lt Governer of Delhi, Shri Tejendra Khanna is the president of IRCS - Delhi State. It is a Statutory Organisation created by the Govt. of India vide Act XV of 1920 last amended by Act 14 of 1992. In line with the core ideals of the Red Cross, the IRCS Delhi State also has a focus towards relief in times of disasters/ emergencies and healthcare for the vulnerable people/communities.
Towards fulfilling the mission of the Red Cross for providing Healthcare for the down-trodden, IRC - Delhi State persisted with the Govt of Delhi and eventually v in 80s got land at Seemapuri, a place at the Delhi - Uttar Pradesh border, for setting-up of a Hospital. This was a major slum area with clusters of Jhuggis where migrant labourers from other States were settling down in search of jobs in Delhi.
- Action for Autism- National Center for Autism
Autism is a very complex neurological disorder. It impacts the normal development of the brain in the areas of social interaction, communication and understanding.
Every disability is unique and needs specially tailored education programmes for meaningful learning. Education for individuals with autism involves creating a conglomeration of facilities and services through which individuals with autism can learn best.
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Milestones
Towards comprehensive therapy and Integration
Over the past four years Milestones has developed from humble beginnings to a small but dedicated team comprising ten Occupational therapists and three Special educators. Today Milestones provides Occupational therapy and early intervention services to over one hundred and twenty-five children with special needs in Delhi and NCR.
At 'Milestones' we strive to integrate children with special needs and enable them to lead independent lives. We do this by providing high quality and professional therapy to children with Autism, Learning Disabilities, genetic and congenital disorders.
"Milestones", has always looked to provide more quality services and therapy at par with international standards in a cost effective manner. It is with this intent that we solicited your help and support towards the creation of a "visual sensory room". It became the 'one of a kind' facility in the NCR and provides therapy for children with sensory processing difficulties.
Thanks to the Blessed Heart Foundation for their immense support in setting up a "Visual integration unit" at Milestonesthis was made functional in December 2011.
- RAPHAEL
Raphael Ryder Cheshire International Centre was established in 1959 by World renowned humanists Lord Cheshire and Lady Sue Ryder with the mission of providing relief to the suffering. It started with the objective of providing a dignified life to the Cured Leprosy Patients and mentally retarded children and adults.
UPCOMING EVENTS
The fifth edition of the Baby Beri show is on 4th December 2016, Sunday at 6 PM in association with Khadi India as the Sponsor & Hyatt Regency Delhi as the Hospitality Partner.
Venue: The Mansion- Hyatt Regency, New Delhi.
The Ministry of Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises has been implementing various schemes and programmes for the development of Khadi. Beri creates an eclectic kids collection using Khadi. In the various collections she depicts the versatility of Khadi & the potential of creating unusual wearable clothes for children.
For the fifth edition of Baby Beri show The Blessed Hearts Foundation is delighted to have the Hon'ble Union Minister of Science & Technology & Earth Sciences Dr. Harsh Vardhan as the Chief Guest, Hon'ble Chairman of KVIC, Sh. V.K. Saxena & Hon'ble Member of Parliament, Smt. Meenakshi Lekhi as the Guests of Honour.
The BABY BERI SHOW will be a fun collection of occasion wear for kids with the following themes
1. LIVELY GOA – An extremely fun, playful yet relaxed and carefree collection in pastel colors of Khadi with lots of interesting floral application & embroidery.
2. LOVE – Pretty and romantic, beautiful flirty prints and feminine flamboyant styles reflect the romance of Khadi in a bright color palette of red, white & blue. A flamboyant look for little children that steals your heart.
3. THE ROOTS – Phulkari patterns and embroideries are used interestingly to create a collection inspired by the folklore of PUNJAB. The collection makes you bond with our Indian roots. A very unique and culture- conscious collection in KHADI silk.
4. ANGAVASTRA – from ghagras to salwars, details of embroideries and appliques, mix of our rich tradition with a contemporary look this is a collection for the evenings in very interesting traditional silhouettes.
Alongside throughout the show there are a collection of Vichar Vastras for the tiny tots in different colors.
The collection is a wide plethora of looks and styles, packed with vast possibilities yet easy to wear and relaxed clothes.
The colour palette ranges from whites to pastels, metallic to blacks, enabling the freedom to create one's own chromatic world of fantasy.
There will be one event a year to raise funds for various support activities and will turn to you and seek your patronage.
