"The first lesson in service has to be learned in the family circle itself. The character of each individual member determines the peace and prosperity of the family; the character of each family is the basic factor that decides that happiness and joy of the community. And, the nation's progress is based on the strength and happiness of the communities which are its components. So, for the welfare of the country and the entire world, the spirit of service and pure motivation are all urgently needed."
- Sai Baba

Madurai Charitable Trust is a service organization, based on human values, dedicated to assisting disadvantaged people in Southern India. Madurai Charitable Trust is a public, non-profit organization registered in India in March 2002. It is operated by a voluntary Board of Trustees and enlists the services of many professionals, free of charge.

Madurai Charitable Trust's Mission is to enact human values by giving service as an act of love to expand the awareness of all people acknowledging the Divinity of All.

Madurai Charitable Trust’s Activities raise awareness by assisting people to gain basic requirements for their lives. There are a number of services provided to encourage income sustainability, improve health and provide living support for many people in the rural areas and in Madurai itself.

There is a strong and dedicated core of volunteers who organize the activities, professionals provide time and expertise to projects and the communities/ service recipients are encouraged to participate, support and if appropriate, manage the projects. Madurai Charitable Trust is only 4 years old and already has many projects operating. These include:

• Weekly Medical Camps
• Padmam Hospital
• Sai Ram Vocational Training Centre (Sewing)
• Akash Age Care & Handicapped Home
• Dolphin Computer Centre
• Adopting School Children