We are actively enrolling eligible families in our Kerala pilot. Enquiries from other areas are welcome and may join the waitlist — we will contact you when service expands. See the FAQ for current pilot details.
Outside the pilot — waitlist
Eligibility
Who qualifies
This programme is for families and individuals who genuinely cannot afford essential medicines on their own. See common questions
You may qualify if
01Your family belongs to the Low-Income Group (LIG)
02You have valid income or government-issued eligibility certificates, as applicable
03You were identified through local authorities, healthcare institutions, or MGF-approved screening
04You genuinely cannot afford essential medicines on your own
What you'll need to apply
01Proof of Low-Income Group (LIG) status
02Valid identification document (Aadhaar or equivalent)
03Prescription from a registered medical practitioner
04Compliance with programme guidelines (see link below)
Getting help is straightforward. We keep the process dignified and clear — no unnecessary bureaucracy.
1
Submit your request
Apply online or by phone. Tell us about the beneficiary and medicines needed.
2
Verify eligibility
Our taluk coordinator reviews LIG proof, ID, and your prescription.
3
Receive medicines
Approved medicines are dispensed at no cost through partner pharmacies.
4
Ongoing follow-up
For chronic conditions, we stay in touch for refills and support.
Our taluk coordinators guide you at each step — including help preparing LIG proof and prescription copies when you first apply.
Programme benefits
What you receive
MGF provides selected essential medicines free of cost through a coordinated local network — prescription-based, with no hidden fees.
Essential medicines
Selected medicines for common acute and chronic illnesses — subject to availability and programme guidelines.
Taluk distribution network
Local coordinators, partner pharmacies, and clinics work together so families receive support with dignity.
Partner healthcare
Designated centres and mobile camps where available — prescription verified before every dispensing cycle.
Outcomes we aim for
Improved access and adherence, reduced out-of-pocket expenses, and better health for low-income families.
Our commitment
Our commitment
“Every rupee of support goes to people, not profit.”
This programme is funded by MGF through charitable donations, CSR partnerships, and welfare initiatives. We coordinate with partner pharmacies and clinics to supply approved essential medicines at no cost.
Partner healthcare providers issue appropriate prescriptions and support beneficiaries on correct medicine usage. Together, we work to improve access, adherence, and outcomes for low-income communities as we build across India — starting in Kerala.
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How donations help
MGF does not procure or store medicines. Donations fund partner reimbursements so eligible families receive approved medicines at no cost. Every rupee goes to people, not profit.
Know a family who cannot afford essential medicines? Sharing this programme takes a moment and can help someone get the support they need — at no cost to them.
Free, prescription-based medicine support for eligible low-income families in Kerala. No fees, no repayment. When you share, friends will see the preview below with our programme image and details.
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Free Medicine Support — Mattam George Foundation
Free essential medicines for low-income families in Kerala. Prescription-based support at no cost — coordinated through partner pharmacies by Mattam George Foundation.
We will always explain why a request could not be approved. Common reasons include:
Eligibility not met — Household income or LIG documentation does not meet programme criteria.
Incomplete documents — LIG proof, ID, or prescription was missing or could not be verified within 14 days.
Invalid prescription — Prescription is expired, incomplete, or not from a registered medical practitioner.
Medicines not covered — Prescribed items are outside programme guidelines or formulary.
Annual limit reached — The beneficiary has reached the annual programme support limit.
Appeal within 15 days
Email info@mattamfoundation.org with subject line Medicine Support Appeal — [Request ID]. Include your request reference and any new documents. We respond within 10 business days.
If you or someone you know needs essential medicines and cannot afford them, request free medicine support — or donate so another family can receive help.