Serving the people of Catholic Diocese of Bijnor in Uttarakhand, India
We’re on a mission to build an addiction and rehab center in Northern India. You can join us.
Our MissionOur Goal
To support the humanitarian and spiritual developmental activities of the Catholic Diocese of Bijnor in Uttarakhand, India and to help relieve the suffering of our brothers and sisters in Christ.
Our Impact42
years of working experience
6
Civil Districts Served
3,071,000
People served in the Diocese of Bijnor
Who We Are
The Friends of Bijnor aka “FOB” is a group of individuals in the United States that understand that humanitarian assistance has no geographical boundaries. Recognizing that the Diocese of Bijnor, located in the civil district of Uttar Pradesh in India, needs a state-of-the-art Addiction / Rehabilitation Center, FOB has embraced the creation of this Center through assistance with financial funding.
The need for such centers in India, is not unlike the need in the US. However, drug and alcohol use in India can be far more impactful, as it often leads to the social exclusion of the entire family, while creating an on-going stigma that affects both short and long-term employment.
It is FOB’s mission to support the development of a facility that provides; medical detoxification, behavioral therapy, family support, after care, and vocational skill enablement for all men fifteen years+, regardless of religious affiliation.
Our Story
Friends of Bijnor was initiated in 1991 and has worked with the Diocese of Bijnor one project at a time based on need and alignment. FOB has a strong history of aiding underserved communities under the guidance of Bishop Vincent Nellaiparambil. Total operating costs are less than 1% of the donations received, as FOB holds no material resources, nor owns any property. The organization is volunteer based, and since its inception, FOB has been registered as a 501 (c) (3) charitable organization in both the State of New York and Florida.
Our Financials
You can be assured, that your financial assistance will go directly to support the creation of a state-of-the-art Addiction / Rehabilitation Center in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The project will be implemented under the Patronage of Diocese of Bijnor and will be overseen by Bishop Vincent Nellaiparambil and the Executive Director, Fr. Sibi Poulose. An Executive Committee consisting of auditors, local government authorities and social workers will monitor and report on the project’s progress.
“One of the marvelous things about community is that enables us to welcome and help people in a way we couldn’t as individuals. When we pool our strength and share the work and responsibility, we can welcome many people, even those in deep distress, and perhaps help them find self-confidence and inner healing.”
Give With Confidence
You can be assured, that your financial assistance will go directly to support the creation of a state-of-the-art Addiction & Rehabilitation Center in the state of Uttar Pradesh. The project will be implemented under the Patronage of Diocese of Bijnor and will be overseen by Bishop Vincent Nellaiparambil and the Executive Director, Fr. Sibi Poulose. An Executive Committee consisting of auditors, local government authorities and social workers will monitor and report on the project’s progress.
We are happy to help answer any questions you may have at friendsofbijnor@gmail.com