Rozi Roti Foundation

Our office is located at No. 601 on 12th Main in HAL 2nd Stage. It’s one of those parts of Bangalore that still has some big trees and a bit of a neighborhood feel, even with all the changes. Rozi Roti Foundation is a name that means a lot to us because it’s about the basics of life—work and food. We aren't doing anything flashy here. The office is basically one large room with some filing cabinets and a few desks we've had for a long time. There’s a small balcony where we keep a few plants, though we sometimes forget to water them. We spend a lot of time talking to folks who are looking for ways to support themselves. It’s a lot of listening and trying to connect people with resources. We don't have a fancy website or a PR person. It’s just us answering the phone and writing things down in ledgers or on our computers. Sometimes the rain makes the street outside a bit messy, but that’s just how it is in Bangalore. We enjoy the work because it feels real. We see people from all walks of life coming through our door. We don't have a grand vision statement on the wall; we just have a calendar with a lot of scribbles on it. It’s a busy place but we try to keep it friendly and low-key for whoever walks in seeking help. It is just a few of us doing what we can.