Back to Stories
Impact Report
Clothes Distributions Programme - 2019
Year: 2019
🏷️
Community Support & Humanitarian Relief
Programme at a Glance
₹
86,880
Budget Used
276
Total Reach
◎
46
Direct Beneficiaries
230
Indirect Beneficiaries
↗
1 : 5
Multiplier Effect
Executive Summary
The Cloth Distribution Programme (2019) was implemented by The Dream Welfare Society to provide essential seasonal clothing support to economically vulnerable individuals and families facing hardship due to poverty and adverse weather conditions. The programme aimed to protect beneficiaries from environmental exposure, reduce health risks, and restore dignity during periods of seasonal stress. With a total expenditure of ₹86,880, the programme supported 800 individuals. A verified assessment identified 46 direct beneficiaries and 230 indirect beneficiaries across households and dependent networks, resulting in a total outreach of 276 people. At an average cost of ₹109 per person, the intervention proved to be a highly cost-effective humanitarian relief initiative delivering immediate comfort, protection, and social well-being.
Key Findings
- Clothing is a critical yet often overlooked humanitarian need
- Seasonal clothing support significantly reduces vulnerability
- Relief interventions generate strong household-level impact
- Dignity-centered support improves emotional and psychological well-being
Project Snapshot
| Parameter | Details |
|---|---|
| Project Name | Clothes Distributions Programme - 2019 |
| Year | 2019 |
| Budget | ₹ 86,880 |
| Direct Impact | 46 |
| Indirect Impact | 230 |
| Total Reach | 276 |
Challenges & Learnings
Challenges
- Identifying the most vulnerable beneficiaries within large, mobile populations
- Limited documentation among homeless and migrant groups
- Ensuring appropriate size, quality, and seasonal suitability of clothing
- High demand during extreme seasonal conditions
- Storage and transportation of clothing materials
- Managing dignity and order during large distribution events
Learnings
- Community involvement improves beneficiary targeting accuracy
- Timely distribution aligned with seasonal calendars maximizes impact
- Dignity-centered distribution strengthens trust and acceptance
- Flexibility in planning improves responsiveness during emergencies
- Relief programmes are more effective when integrated with other services
Methodology
- Review of procurement and distribution records
- Interaction with beneficiaries during distribution events
- Observation of distribution processes and beneficiary conditions
- Discussions with field staff and community volunteers
- Cross-verification of beneficiary lists
Impact Analysis
- Protection from cold, rain, and harsh weather
- Reduced risk of seasonal illnesses
- Improved physical comfort and hygiene
- Stabilized physical well-being among beneficiaries
Conclusion
The Cloth Distribution Programme (2019) successfully delivered essential seasonal relief through a timely, dignified, and cost-effective intervention. By reaching 276 people and supporting 800 individuals overall, the programme protected vulnerable populations from environmental exposure, reduced financial stress, and restored dignity during periods of hardship. The assessment reaffirms that seasonal clothing support is a vital component of humanitarian response and should be strengthened through integrated, multi-sectoral relief efforts.
Keep Reading
View All StoriesMore Impact Stories
Medical & Health Program (Comprehensive Care)
The Medical & Health Program (Comprehensive Care) 2024 was the largest single-year health intervention undertaken by The Dream Welfare Society, focused on strengthening primary healthcare access in urban slums. With a total investment of ₹5,00,000, the programme delivered consultations, diagnostics, and medicines to 3,000+ unique beneficiaries. Beyond direct treatment, the intervention generated a wide community-level impact by improving health stability, reducing deferred care, and strengthening economic resilience across high-density urban settlements.
Read Full Story
Expenses – DDW Programme
The Expenses – DDW Programme (2024), implemented by The Dream Welfare Society, provided expense-based financial and material relief to Daily Wage Workers facing seasonal hardship and economic vulnerability. With a total expenditure of ₹2,17,500, the programme supported individuals and groups and , directly benefiting 95 workers and indirectly impacting 475 family members. The intervention demonstrated strong household-level multiplier effects, reduced financial stress, and stabilized livelihoods during periods of income disruption.
Read Full Story
