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What is the Gift a Jacket Initiative?
The Gift a Jacket Initiative is a program by FRST Foundation that provides high-quality reflective jackets to blind and visually impaired individuals. These jackets enhance safety by making wearers more visible.
Why are reflective jackets important for blind and visually impaired individuals?
Reflective jackets improve safety by:
1.Making wearers visible to drivers and pedestrians from a distance.
2.Reducing the risk of accidents, particularly with silent electric vehicles.
3.Assisting during emergencies like fires or stampedes, as their distinctive design allows rescuers to identify them quickly.
1.Making wearers visible to drivers and pedestrians from a distance.
2.Reducing the risk of accidents, particularly with silent electric vehicles.
3.Assisting during emergencies like fires or stampedes, as their distinctive design allows rescuers to identify them quickly.
What makes these jackets different from regular safety vests?
The jackets have several unique features:
Distinctive blue color: Easily identifiable and not used in industries, encouraging assistance.
High-quality reflective tape: Reflects light from a distance, making wearers visible at night.
Specifically designed for blind and visually impaired individuals with their safety in mind.
Distinctive blue color: Easily identifiable and not used in industries, encouraging assistance.
High-quality reflective tape: Reflects light from a distance, making wearers visible at night.
Specifically designed for blind and visually impaired individuals with their safety in mind.
How does FRST Foundation decide who receives a jacket?
FRST Foundation collaborates with local NGOs, community organizations, and schools for the blind to identify individuals who would benefit most. The selection process prioritizes:
Safety Needs: Individuals frequently navigating busy streets or hazardous environments.
Economic Status: Those who may not afford such safety gear independently.
Community Recommendations: Inputs from local partners familiar with the needs of the visually impaired community.
Safety Needs: Individuals frequently navigating busy streets or hazardous environments.
Economic Status: Those who may not afford such safety gear independently.
Community Recommendations: Inputs from local partners familiar with the needs of the visually impaired community.
Can individuals apply directly to receive a jacket?
FRST Foundation distributes jackets through partner organizations to ensure effective reach and impact. Individuals are encouraged to connect with local NGOs or community groups associated with the Foundation for assistance, but in case of direct contact, FRST Foundation takes part in due diligence and distributes the jackets.
How can I gift a jacket?
You can participate by visiting FRST Foundation's website and using the Gift a Jacket feature. Choose to gift individually or in bulk, and dedicate your contribution with an optional personalized e-card.
Can I add my company logo to the jackets if I order in bulk?
Yes, for corporate bulk orders, jackets can feature your company logo. FRST also organizes events where companies can distribute jackets directly to recipients, for more details please email us at foundation@frst.co.in
How do reflective jackets help in crowded public transport?
The reflective and distinctive design helps prevent blind and visually impaired individuals from being overlooked, reducing risks of being pushed or hurt in crowded spaces.
How do the jackets aid during emergencies?
In events like fires, earthquakes, or stampedes, the unique blue color and reflective tape help rescuers, firefighters, or police quickly identify and prioritize visually impaired individuals for assistance.
How does this initiative prevent further hardships for blind individuals?
By reducing accidents and injuries, reflective jackets help prevent additional disabilities, financial burdens, and emotional stress, improving their overall safety and independence.
Can I sponsor jackets for a specific community or organization?
No, FRST Foundation collaborates with NGOs and community groups. You cannot specify your preferred recipient group when making a contribution.
Can recipients provide feedback on the jackets
Absolutely. FRST Foundation encourages feedback through forms, calls and feedbacks ensuring the jackets meet the needs of blind and visually impaired individuals. Suggestions for improvement are always welcome.
How do I know my contribution made a difference?
FRST Foundation provides updates about the initiative through reports, testimonials from recipients, and photos/videos of distribution events, ensuring transparency and engagement, specially via social media sites such as Instagram and YouTube.
Can I personalize a jacket before gifting it?
No, the design prioritizes functionality and cannot be changed, however you can dedicate your E-Card gift with a message or name through FRST’s e-card system.
Are the jackets suitable for all age groups?
Yes, the jackets are available in various sizes to cater to children and adults, ensuring everyone can benefit from this safety measure.
How can companies get involved in the initiative?
Companies can participate by:
1.Ordering jackets in bulk with branding.
2.Sponsoring events for the blind and visually impaired.
3.Partnering with FRST Foundation to host distribution drives
1.Ordering jackets in bulk with branding.
2.Sponsoring events for the blind and visually impaired.
3.Partnering with FRST Foundation to host distribution drives
How does this initiative align with Social Responsibilty goals?
The Gift a Jacket Initiative supports inclusivity and safety, making it an impactful social responsibility activity. Companies contribute to the well-being of visually impaired individuals while promoting their social responsibility efforts.
What is FRST Foundation's long-term goal with this initiative?
The aim is to create widespread awareness about safety for blind and visually impaired individuals, while building the largest support network in India for those with disabilities or living in poverty.
Will FRST Foundation expand this program to other groups?
Yes, the Foundation envisions supporting all individuals with disabilities and those in need, providing resources for long-term independence and well-being
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