About Us
- Our Story
How We Started
We are a group of individuals who started from humble backgrounds. Having experienced the severity of being underprivileged firsthand, we also enjoyed the profound, life-changing benefits of education, knowledge, and opportunities.
We fully recognize that our own progress reflects the sacrifices made by others. Driven by a strong desire to return those favors with noble work, we established this organization to make those exact same opportunities available to children, adults, and communities who are going through similar experiences.
Our Philosophy
In intelligence we trust. There are intelligent stars in every community. Make opportunities available to them and they will rise to create more stars. The succession continues. The communities will progress. The world becomes a better place.
- What We Do
Building Paths to Progress
Uplift Lives Foundation Inc. partners with underprivileged communities to drive long-term development. We actively achieve this by:
Funding & Infrastructure
Supplying the financial support, facilities, and staff needed for quality education, health, and well-being.
Local Volunteering
Engaging experienced local volunteers to guide, supervise, and mentor our projects.
Student Mentorship
Inspiring community members to counsel students toward further studies and productive futures.
Community Education
Conducting targeted training sessions to foster self-sufficiency and local growth.
- Leadership & Board Members
The Team Behind Our Mission
Manhar Patel, MD
Founder & President
Bhogibhai M. Patel
Secretary
Dr. Pankaj & Rekha Patel
Treasurers
Dr. Vinod & Rekha Mehta
Board Member
Vikram & Aruna Sheth
Accounting & Board Member
Dr. Vijay & Darshana Vyas
Board Members
Dr. Reshma Patel
Board Members
Nehal Patel
Board Members