Bengaluru couple sold and mortgaged jewellery to feed 23 children when donations dried up during Covid; a crowdfunding campaign later raised Rs 53 lakh

Shivaji and Prema Lazarus faced financial challenges running Miracle Manna Ministry as donations ceased during the pandemic. The couple had to mortgage their jewellery to feed 23 children and keep the home operational. After facing a power outage and reduced meals, a crowdfunding campaign was launched to help them. This campaign raised Rs 53 lakh, providing vital support for the home.