About Us

Our Mission

At Mumbai Roti Bank, our mission is to eradicate hunger by providing nutritious meals to those in need. We believe food is a basic human right, and we work towards a future where everyone has enough to eat each day.

Our Vision

Our vision is to create a stronger and healthier Bharat where all children have access to wholesome food. We believe that by providing nutritious meals, we can enable children to develop, learn, and flourish, preventing hunger from hindering their potential. Our ultimate goal is to pave the way for a better and financially secure future for everyone in the community.

The Impact So Far

  • Meals Served

    We take pride in having distributed over 15.5 million meals across seven states in India. Currently, we provide 13,000 nutritious meals daily, reaching those who need them most.

  • Success Stories

    Our efforts have started spreading positive change. By improving school attendance for underprivileged children and offering vital support to families in crisis, we are making a tangible difference in lives. The positive testimonials from the people we help show how our regular, healthy meals really make a difference in their lives.

Our Core Values

  • Compassion

    We prioritize the dignity and well-being of every individual, treating all with kindness and understanding.

  • Collaboration

    We recognize the strength of partnerships and community involvement, believing that together we can create meaningful change.

  • Integrity

    Our commitment to transparency and ethical practices ensures accountability in every aspect of our operations.

  • Innovation

    We are dedicated to discovering new and effective solutions to address hunger, continuously enhancing our methods and practices.

Join Us in the Fight Against Hunger

Together, we have the power to create change. Every meal shared takes us one step closer to a hunger-free world. Your support can help ensure no one goes to bed hungry. Join hands with us, and let’s make a lasting impact – one meal, one life at a time.

How We Started: A Journey of Feeding Hope

December 2017

Mr. D. Sivanandhan, the former Director General of Police in Maharashtra, founded Mumbai Roti Bank.

The vision behind starting the NGO
The vision behind starting the NGO is rooted in the belief that no individual should have to endure the hardships caused by hunger. By addressing the basic need for nutritious meals, the organization aims to provide people with the opportunity to lead healthier, more secure lives. The goal is to create a society where hunger and malnutrition are no longer barriers to personal growth and development. Through collective effort and compassion, the NGO envisions a future where no one goes to bed hungry, contributing to a more resilient and hunger-free nation.

The goal was to narrow the gap between hunger and food surplus. We started gathering excess food from events, hotels, and communities and delivered it to those in need in slums and on the streets.
Daily Efforts
Our focus was clear: to provide meals every day to those in need, particularly to children and underserved communities.
January 2020
We formed our own kitchen to provide our beneficiaries with fresh meals since we realized their need for wholesome, reliable food.

This move allowed us to expand our reach and enhance the quality of food provided.
Expansion & Impact
Since 2020, we have expanded our initiatives beyond Mumbai, initiating new branches in cities such as Nagpur, Coimbatore, Hyderabad, Chennai, Ahmedabad, and Cuttack.

Addressing malnutrition and making sure no one goes hungry - especially kids, remain the main goals of our mission.

How We Started: A Journey of Feeding Hope

Yearly milestone distribution with the following data
2018
500,000
2019
500,000
2020
3,188,200
2021
2,522,500
2022
2,198,471
2023
2,277,932

What Sets Us Apart

Comprehensive Care

At Mumbai Roti Bank, we believe in a holistic approach that goes beyond just serving meals. Ensuring consistent nutrition for school children helps boost their attendance. This enhancement in their learning experiences paves the way for brighter futures.

Collaborative Impact

Our strength lies in our partnerships. We collaborate with businesses, schools, and NGOs, pooling our resources and expertise to increase our impact. Together, we’re creating innovative solutions to address hunger on a larger scale.

Compassionate Support

We extend our care to patients and their families by providing meals outside hospitals and cancer centers. During tough times, our meal provides nourishment and comfort, helping families worry less as they focus on recovery.

Our Trustees

Mr. Dhanushkodi Sivanandhan

Former IPS officer

Mr. Dhanushkodi Sivanandhan, a former IPS officer, has had a distinguished career in law enforcement. He retired as the Director General of Police, Maharashtra, in March 2011, after serving in key roles such as the Commissioner of Police for Mumbai, Thane, and Nagpur, as well as spending six years in the Mumbai Crime Branch. Known for significantly weakening the underworld during its peak, he also worked with the Intelligence Bureau and Central Bureau of Investigation for 11 years. As Deputy Inspector General in the Naxal-affected Nagpur region, he played a crucial role in controlling Naxal activities.

Mr. Sivanandhan, who also served as a professor at the University of Madras, co-authored the national bestseller Chanakya’s Seven Secrets of Leadership. His exceptional service has earned him numerous accolades, including the President’s Distinguished Service Medal (2000), the Meritorious Service Medal (1993), and the Internal Security Medal (1998).

As the mentor of Mumbai Roti Bank, Mr. Sivanandhan’s vision and leadership have been instrumental in guiding the organization’s growth and success.

Sushil Jiwarajka

Trustee

Mr. Sushil Jiwarajka is a well-known industrialist and the Chairman of the Artheon Group of Companies. He also serves as the Honorary Consul General of Greece in Mumbai and is the Chairman and Managing Director of Essjay Ericsson Pvt. Ltd., a joint venture with LM Ericsson of Sweden. The Artheon Group operates in various sectors, including telecom, renewable energy, industrial batteries, and e-commerce. Mr. Jiwarajka also founded OMC Power Company Pvt. Ltd., which delivers clean energy to telecom sites and rural communities through renewable sources.

Beyond his business achievements, Mr. Jiwarajka has mentored several young entrepreneurs, helping them build successful ventures in high-tech and clean energy sectors. He has been actively involved in multiple Central and State Government committees and has a deep passion for Indian film music. He is also connected with various social and cultural organizations.

As a trustee, Mr. Jiwarajka’s contributions have been invaluable. His business expertise and strategic insights have played a crucial role in strengthening our foundation and advancing our mission.

Prof. Dr. Natarajan

Trustee

Prof. Dr. S. Natarajan is a renowned third-generation ophthalmologist and a leading expert in vitreo-retinal surgery in India. He is recognized globally as the President of all Ocular Trauma Societies and has made significant contributions to the field, especially in the area of blindness prevention through academic research.

For his exceptional work in medicine and for establishing Aditya Jyot as a premier eye care institution in India, Dr. Natarajan was honored with the Padma Shri, one of India’s highest civilian awards, by President Shri Pranab Mukherjee in 2013.

Our Team

Our team at Roti Bank Foundation is a group of passionate individuals dedicated to fighting hunger and making a meaningful impact in the lives of those in need. We work collaboratively, combining our diverse expertise with a shared vision. Our goal is to ensure surplus food reaches the most vulnerable, aiming to create a hunger-free future.
Meet the dedicated individuals behind this mission

Jayendra Tambe

Archana Shivanandan

Wayne Pereira

Abhishek Kateliya

Jaison D’souza

Kashmira Pokale