On a winter morning, when the breeze was strong enough to wake the skin even before the eyes could fully open, the young souls of the Institute Sirajul Uloom with tender hearts and crestfallen eyes stood without shield on their body to fight the cold breeze. Their nails turned blue, lips white and hopes diminished. Oblivious to what lay ahead, these kids harbored the notion that their winters would pass, shivering and freezing. Upon learning about the students’ circumstances, Miles2Smile assumed responsibility and initiated support by distributing warm clothing to them.
At Miles2Smile, we believe in offering warmth in every sense of the word. With this spirit, we distributed blankets and jackets to those in need. Initiatives like these not only bring smiles to their faces but also warmth to their hearts.
“At Miles2Smile, we consider it our duty to ensure the comfort and dignity of every child in all circumstances. Our care for them goes beyond seasons and timelines. This initiative is aimed not only at helping students endure the winter, but also at instilling a sense of warmth, care and belonging that will stay with them for years,” said Aasif Mujtaba, Founder and Director of Miles2Smile.
“We had assumed the winter would pass without the need for sweaters or jackets. We did not anticipate receiving such warmth—quite literally—in the form of jackets and blankets, ” a child said on receiving the blankets and jackets.
In this winter drive Miles2Smile distributed jackets and blankets to 27 students who were in need. These jackets went beyond comfort and warmth. It touched their hearts and brought a sense of comfort to them.
“Several of these children were braving the winter in little more than thin garments. Witnessing their sense of comfort and happiness underscores the importance of initiatives like this,” said Imaam Uddin, cameraperson with Miles2Smile, while filming the children’s newly found warmth and cheer.
“The distribution made us all smile, gave warmth to our hearts, and provided us relief,” said Islamuddin, a volunteer at the drive.
What made the highlight of the drive was,by the end of it, the cold no longer dominated the morning. The children, who were once withdrawn and shivering, received a visible ease. Meanwhile, for Miles2Smile, the effort was simple and clear: to ensure that no child is left to endure the cold without support. The jackets and blankets offered protection from the season, but more importantly, they affirmed care, responsibility and presence, values that continue to guide the organisation’s work on the ground.
About Miles2Smile: The Miles2Smile Foundation, established almost five years ago, is committed to making a meaningful difference in marginalized communities across India. From responding to the crisis during the pandemic to its continuous work in education and advocacy, the foundation remains devoted to fostering a more inclusive and equitable society.
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