Skilling
the Young at Risk
so that they may live with dignity!
Rescued
37950 children
from the streets in 2014- 2020
Educating and empowering
Children and youth from the
streets to the mainstream
Restored 23283 homeless children
from the streets to their families
In 2014 – 2020
With them
for their Rights
Child Labour is death of childhood
Received the
NATIONAL
AWARD
For Child Welfare
WHO WE ARE
We are what we do
BOSCO – Bangalore Oniyavara Seva Coota – is a not-for-profit charitable organization, established in 1980 by the Salesians of Don Bosco and registered in 1986 under the Society’s Registration Act of 1960. BOSCO, the acronym is “Bangalore Oniyavara Seva Coota” which means, the organization of those who serve on the streets of Bangalore or literally, “the association of those who serve youngsters on the streets of Bangalore”.
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This month
This year
Male
58
4967
Female
23
448
Total
81
5415
OUR PRESENCE
Railway stations
7
Bus Stands
6
Bosco Centers
10
BBMP Wards
120
FOCUS AREAS
We love what we do
As an integral part of its mandate to support children in need of care and protection, BOSCO focuses on promoting and strengthening its outreach, education, vocational training along with non-formal education,holistic development of slum communities, child rights, child care, health care and research and documentation.
BOSCO also closely works with the Government of Karnataka for the protection of the rights of the childrenwith special focus on children and youth in distress.
OUR FRIENDLY HOMES
Child centred
Each of the 10 centers of BOSCO acts as a hub of activities and services for the young at risk. Children and youth reside at these centers as per their age, gender and what they do. At these centers they undergo definite rehabilitation programs in their journey towards social reintegration.
2003
2011
Each of the 10 centers of BOSCO acts as a hub of activities and services for the young at risk. Children and youth reside at these centers as per their age, gender and what they do. At these centers they undergo definite rehabilitation programs in their journey towards social reintegration.
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23
Apr
Health Camps at BOSCO Bengaluru
BOSCO
On the occasion of World Health Day, Asha Kirana Kala Trust, in collaboration with the National Integrated Medical Association (NIMA), Bengaluru District Branch, conducted a free health camp at BOSCO Sumanahalli on April 7, 2026. The camp led by Dr. Swati Kumbhar included a general health examination, individual consultation and diagnosis, distribution of Ayurvedic medicines […]
23
Apr
Care Leavers Youth Meeting
BOSCO
BOSCO Mane organized a Care Leavers Youth Meeting at the centre on April 19, 2026. The meeting aimed to create a supportive peer network, provide emotional stability, and offer career guidance to young people transitioning out of institutional care. Addressing the gathering, Fr. Varghese Pallipuram, Executive Director of BOSCO Bengaluru, emphasized the importance of such […]
23
Apr
Crime Prevention Awareness Programme at DJ Halli
BOSCO
The Juvenile Advocacy team organized a programme to create awareness among parents and children about juvenile offences, their consequences, the dangers of drug abuse and the importance of parental responsibility in preventing children from coming into conflict with the law at DJ Halli on April 18, 2026 in collaboration with BOSCO Nivas Team. The programme […]
23
Apr
Awareness Programmes
BOSCO
The CSN team, in collaboration with DCPU West staff, organized a public awareness drive at the Electronic City Bus Stand, reaching 258 members through onboard bus sessions. The team also conducted an awareness programme at the Huskur Panchayat Office in Huskur, Bangalore West, educating 15 members on child rights, child marriage, child begging, child adoption, […]
23
Apr
State Consultation and Workshop for Foster Care Organization/ Stakeholders
BOSCO
Foster Care Programme, BOSCO Bengaluru organized State Consultation and Workshop for Foster Care Organization/ Stakeholders Meeting Minutes at Don Bosco Makkalalaya, Mysuru on April 10, 2026 and Don Bosco, Hospet, on April 15, 2026. Fr. Jim Jose, Director, Don Bosco Makkalalaya, Mysuru and Fr. Michael, Administrator, Don Bosco Hospet, emphasized that stakeholders play a vital […]
23
Apr
World Book Day
BOSCO
Every child deserves access to stories, knowledge, and imagination. This World Book Day, BOSCO Bengaluru celebrates the power of books in shaping confident and curious young minds. This year’s theme, “Go All In – If you’re into it, read into it,” reminds us to explore, learn, and grow through the joy of reading. #WorldBookDay #EveryChildMatters #BOSCO #ReadingCulture […]
22
Apr
Ambedkar Jayanti Celebrations at BOSCO Bengaluru
BOSCO
BOSCO Bengaluru celebrated the birth anniversary of Bharat Ratna, Dr. B. R. Ambedkar, at BOSCO Nivas, Sumanahalli, Nilaya, Yuvodaya, Vikas and Mane, Yuvakendra with great respect and enthusiasm. The programme included paying tribute to Dr. Ambedkar and remembering his valuable contributions to equality, justice, and education. The programme also included various meaningful activities such as […]
22
Apr
Health Awareness Programmes
BOSCO
A general health awareness programme was arranged to create awareness about maintaining good health, identify health issues early, and promote a healthy lifestyle among the girls of BOSCO Rainbow Home on April 9, 2026. Ms. Juveria and a team member from Mount Carmel College spoke about menstrual health, menstrual hygiene and the myths and misconceptions […]
22
Apr
International Street Children’s Day
BOSCO
BOSCO Rainbow Home organised International Street Children Day near Lalbagh, Bengaluru on April 12, 2026. A street play was organized by the RFI City Desk team and RCCLC children from Bosco Rainbow Home. Through this, awareness was created among many people about children living on the streets. Children from the Nilaya and Anand Puram Study […]
22
Apr
Awareness of Foster Care to Police Officials
BOSCO
BOSCO Foster Care Project organized awareness programme for the Police Officials of Upparpet Police Station at Freedom Park, Bengaluru on April 11, 2026. Mr. Raghavendra, Social Mobilizer, BOSCO Foster Care Project explained in detail about the foster care programme. He explained how to foster a child and the procedures involved in submitting the application to […]
UPCOMING EVENTS
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SUCCESS STORIES
Child centered
Ravindra
Ravindra came under the care of Bosco as he was going through difficult situations. After his education he joined the organization as a staff member in 2009. Since then he has worked in various capacities in the organization – as CHILDLINE night receptionist, as a team member in CHILDLINE, Extended Street Presence in Railway Station, […]
Murugaraj
Rescued as a child, from Pune, by Don Bosco, Murugaraj was brought to Bengaluru in search of his family. Unable to locate his family in Bengaluru, he was admitted in BOSCO Yuvodaya. Later, he was sent to BOSCO Mane. Since he expressed his desire to study, he was enrolled in Don Bosco Ajjanahalli to take […]
Sumithra
21 year old Sumithra was born to Yellappa and Kasthuri in Halasuru, Bengaluru, on March 3rd, 2000. Sumithra has two elder sisters and one younger sister. Her father used to work in the graveyard and her mother was a housewife. But after her mother’s death, Sumithra had to be sent to a hostel for her […]
Tulasi
Tulasi, now 23 years old, came to BOSCO in July 2015. She belonged to a dysfunctional family, and was sent by the Child Welfare Committee (CWC) to BOSCO Rainbow Home for care and protection After completing her schooling from there, she was shifted to Vatsalya Bhavan, another home for girl children, where she did her […]
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We are grateful
It is heartening to note that BOSCO with its motto, ‘that they may have life … in all its fullness’ has reached out to the deprived, marginalized and vulnerable children/youth and made efforts to make their life better.I hope that with many more such endeavors, BOSCO protects the interest of such children and brings light in their life.
H.D. Kumaraswamy
Former Chief Minister, Karnataka
BOSCO, Bengaluru has been transforming Bengaluru into a society that takes care of its children, empowers them, ensures that they are given access to education, and prevents them from all the social evils by closely working various Government Departments and Karnataka State Commission for Protection of Child Rights (KSCPCR).May BOSCO continue to be a healthy presence to the young, as they form a very important part of the society! Best of Luck!
Fr. Antony Sebastian
Chairperson, KSCPCR
BOSCO is a well know NGO in Karnataka, especially in Bangalore city, working for the rehabilitation of children on the streets, runaway children, child labourers, trafficked children and other vulnerable children. It is working in close collaboration with Government in taking care of the children in need of care and protection. I extend my best wishes to all their endeavours.
Rakesh Singh
IAS, Principal Secretary to Government
Department of Women and Child Development and Empowerment of Differently Abled and Senior Citizens
BOSCO, through its friendliness and warmth, has made the unwanted and unloved children / youth in our society realize their own worth, and has kind led in them the desire for a better life. I extend warm wishes and salutations to all those associated with the Organization.
Dr. N. Nagambika Devi, IAS
Additional Chief Secretary to Government, Department of Women & Child Development and Empowerment of Differently Abled & Senior Citizens
BOSCO is rendering a good service through the rescue, rehabilitation and reintegration of children and young at risk into mainstream society, by providing shelter, training and means of livelihood. BOSCO has been associated with the Integrated Child Protection Scheme, Karnataka State for many years and has been implementing Government programmes like CHILDLINE, SJPU, Missing Child Bureau, Open Shelter etc.
Ms. Mumtaz
District Child Protection Officer,
District Child Protection Unit, Bengaluru Urban
The efforts of BOSCO in collaboration with Integrated Child Protection Scheme and District Child Protection Units in creating awareness about the welfare of the children among the general public, students, police department, schools and other stakeholders is highly commendable. I wish success and fulfilment in all the work they do!
Ms. Pallavi Akurathi, IAS
Director, Integrated Child Protection Scheme, Karnataka State.
BOSCO is doing favour for children who are at risk by rescuing and nurturing them into a responsible individual/citizen from the past 40 years. Bangalore Metropolitan Transport Corporation, BMTC is also been associated with BOSCO from many years at Kempegowda Bus Station, KBS, Bengaluru. On behalf of BMTC and Government of Karnataka, I extend my support to the Organization and wish them a good success in the years ahead.
