It is a Public Charitable trust started by a group of like-minded people in the year 2002 to help youngsters and adults with different disabilities, with the required rehabilitation services. A Board of trustees consisting of parents, rehabilitation experts and corporate experts guide the activities of the centre in the areas of rehabilitation, finance and administration.
| Category | Female | Male | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Intervention | 1 | 8 | 9 |
| Pre-Vocational | 1 | 8 | 9 |
| Vocational (inc. Lifecare) | 4 | 14 | 18 |
| Shelter Workshop (inc. Lifecare) | 17 | 27 | 44 |
| Lifecare | 12 | 18 | 30 |
| ↳ Lifecare in Vocational Class | 1 | 2 | 3 |
| ↳ Lifecare in Shelter Workshop | 7 | 10 | 17 |
| Overall Total | 27 | 63 | 90 |
| Category | Female | Male | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early Intervention | 3 | 5 | 8 |
| Pre-Vocational | 5 | 5 | 10 |
| Vocational | 5 | 4 | 9 |
| Overall Total | 13 | 14 | 27 |
Founder Chairman
A Chartered Accountant cum Cost Accountant by profession, Mr. Balasubramanian worked in many reputed Organisations such as Union Carbide, ICI, Ashok Leyland, and Smith Kline Beecham. His last position was that of an Executive Board Director of Finance & Systems in Times Of India Group.
Driven by a strong will to give back to the Society, Mr. Balasubramanian took a Voluntary Retirement and started MBA Foundation to serve the differently-abled Persons with Rehabilitation Care Services – Training, Occupation and Residential Life Care. The Foundation was started in 2002.
Chairperson Emeritus
Meenakshi Balasubramanian is M.com and B.Ed. by qualification. She has been associated with the Rehabilitation work for more than 30 years. Working at the Spastics Society of India, Mumbai since 1992, as Executive Director- Training , she found the urgent need for a total road map towards “a Life with Self Esteem and Dignity” for people with disabilities. Thus she founded MBA Foundation in 2002, with solid support of her husband, Balasubramanian.
Her non-compromising attitude towards quality of work has resulted in great appreciation for the work done by MBA Foundation in the field of Integrated Rehab Services for Persons with Disabilities. This is evident in the demand for its services in this direction from distant parts of India.
He is one of the Founder Trustees of MBA Foundation. He is a qualified Chartered Accountant, Cost Accountant and Company Secretary by profession. He has worked for over 38 years in the Corporate field in various capacities. He has now retired from Corporate Service and is actively involved in the management of MBA Foundation under the guidance and support of the Chairperson Emeritus , Mrs Meenakshi Balasubramanian and also the support and involvement of the other Trustees.
HSC and PR & Social Marketing Executive in MBA Foundation’s associate organisation Self Esteem Foundation for Disabled, Akhil has experience of 2 Years in running his Own Advertising Agency and 18 years in Social Marketing.
Akhil is the special child of MBA Foundation’s Founder and Chairperson Emeritus Smt. Meenkashi Balasubramanian and his journey is a remarkable story of resilience, determination and purpose. Born with developmental challenges due to birth complications, he was later diagnosed with ADHD, dyslexia and learning difficulties. His early years were marked by delayed milestones, multiple therapies, and continuous efforts by his family to help him overcome physical, academic and behavioural challenges.
Despite these obstacles, Akhil's perseverance, combined with the unwavering support of his family and dedicated educators, transformed him from a child who believed "I can't" into a confident young man who lives by "I can." He completed his Class 10 through the National Institute of Open Schooling and later earned his Higher Secondary Certificate with Economics and Business Studies.
Family and educators discovered that Akhil’s greatest strength lay in communicating with people. Whether marketing products made by persons with disabilities, promoting investment and advertising services or interacting with customers, his enthusiasm and interpersonal skills helped him gain confidence and independence. He was therefore appointed PR & Social Marketing Executive in MBA Foundation’s associate organisation Self Esteem Foundation for Disabled in 2011, where he is doing a commendable job of creating opportunities for persons with disabilities by actively organising awareness programmes, exhibitions, seminars, corporate events, school interactions, cultural programmes and recreational activities that celebrate abilities rather than disabilities. His tireless efforts have helped build greater acceptance and inclusion within the community.
What makes Akhil truly exceptional is his selfless commitment to others. He has never sought personal recognition; instead, his greatest satisfaction comes from empowering his differently abled friends and helping them lead fulfilling lives. His optimism, creativity and unwavering dedication continue to inspire his family, colleagues and everyone who meets him.
Akhil is not only an inspiration to persons with disabilities but also a powerful reminder that determination, compassion and service can transform lives and exemplifies the spirit of a true Karma Yogi.
(Hon .Director)
A retired Senior Corporate Executive, Venkat has been associated with MBA Foundation since its inception. His contribution especially in ensuring continuous resource generation has been invaluable. His musical outfit Klub Nostalgia has greatly supported us not only to raise funds but also to enhance awareness of our services.
Social Activist
Shobha Patnaik is born on the 5th of June 1961 and hails from Bhubaneswar Odisha. She has done her B Sc Honours in Biology (Zoology) followed by B Ed. and M Ed. She has also done a Certification Course on Special Children from Spastic Society of India. She was devoted to Education throughout her professional career.
Since 2003, She started working with Special Children. In 2009, she joined MBA Foundation and started working with Special Children from under privileged community. She is passionate about handling Special Children.
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Starting with 7 adults in 2002, at present (2025), we have been able to serve more than 2500 differently abled & their parents, in the areas of consultation, assessment, counselling, inhouse admission & training, therapy, employment facilitation, referrals to other institutes, etc., as the need may be.
Life long residential care is provided to those who need it.
This organization was born in 2011, due to the need for taking care of awareness building, marketing of products, helping more People with disabilities through supporting other NGOs like MBA Foundation, etc.
This Organisation is headed by Mrs. Meenal Mandlik since the year 2011. She is a Professional—Ex Banker, a Science graduate, worked as a banker with State Bank of India as a marketing executive, resigned in 2007(After24 years of service). Since then been associated with the cause of betterment of differently able. Served as a volunteer in MBA Foundation. Has done a diploma in Social Entrepreneurship. She is also a member of some other social organisations like inner wheel club and Maharashtra Chamber of commerce. She has been appreciated and awarded by some social and cultural organisations for her efforts in the social cause.
