Mumbai Hunger Relief: Elderflower Lions Club Invests ₹19.5 Lakh to Feed Thousands

Elderflower and Lions District 3231 A3 have partnered to launch a ₹19.5 lakh hunger relief campaign. Led by Lion Bharat J. Shah of the Lions Club of Juhu, the program kicked off on 2 October 2026, uniting more than 100 Lions Clubs to provide 3,000 essential food kits to vulnerable populations.

Mumbai, 26 October 2026: Showcasing the power of unified philanthropy, Elderflower collaborated with Lions International District 3231 A3 to roll out a significant hunger relief drive on 2 October 2026. The ₹19.5 lakh project is designed to assist families facing economic hardship, as well as patients battling cancer and tuberculosis.

The effort involves the distribution of 3,000 food kits, each valued at approximately ₹650. Elderflower provided a contribution of ₹200 per bag, totaling ₹6 lakh, while the Lions Clubs covered the remaining ₹13.5 lakh. This funding structure highlights the immense generosity and cooperative spirit found throughout the Lions fraternity.

The project was directed by Lion Bharat J. Shah of the Lions Club of Juhu, who serves as an Advisor to Elderflower. His ongoing commitment to fighting hunger was vital to the success of this initiative. Building on his track record from the previous Lionistic year—where he directed more than 500 Anajdaan hunger relief projects—Lion Shah was previously honored with the Lions International President’s Award for his exceptional humanitarian contributions.

Reflecting on the collaborative success, Lion Bharat J. Shah stated:

"This initiative is a testament to what we can achieve when we come together with a shared purpose. I am deeply grateful to Elderflower for their generous sponsorship, District Governor Lion Natwar Banka, Past District Governor Lion Umesh Gandhi and GST Chairperson Lion Sumit Agarwal for their invaluable guidance, leadership and support. My heartfelt appreciation also goes to each of the 100-plus Lions Clubs whose extraordinary generosity and enthusiastic participation made this project possible. Together, we have transformed a shared vision into meaningful assistance for communities in need, truly embodying the spirit of Lionism, We Serve."