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Our Mission
Dr. Pal Foundation (also known as Vanna Malargal Foundation) is a US-based 501(c)(3) non-profit organization (EIN: 88-0824041) aimed at providing and assisting in delivering medical services and humanitarian aid to underserved and underprivileged communities, most in need. Our mission is to enhance the lives of kids and families during their challenging journey. We also support other nonprofit organizations with similar objectives.
Our Founders
Dr. Palaniappan Manickam (Dr.Pal)
Dr. Palaniappan Manickam completed his MBBS at PSG Medical College, Coimbatore, and pursued a Master's in Public Health within Epidemiology scope. As followed, he completed his M.D General Medicine at Wayne State University, Detroit alongside further specialization in Gastroenterology and Nutrition.
Residing with his wife Priya and two kids - Arjun and Atharva. Proactively, he is practicing healthcare in Sacramento, California.
Karthick Natarajan
Mr. Karthick Natarajan serves as a treasurer at VMF and is driven by a Finance background with extensive knowledge of enterprise budgets, internal audits, and financial reporting. He supports the VMF to achieve its financial goals and objectives besides as a father, spends major of his time with kids (elder son and younger daughter). His love for Tennis is unconditional and a big fan of Roger Federer.
Dr. Shanthi Murali
Dr. Shanthi Murali is an accomplished scientist with a PhD from the University of Texas at Austin and holds more than 25,000 citations for her publications. She has extensive experience in both industry and philanthropic non-profit organizations. As a co-founder of VMF, Shanthi has played a pivotal role from its inception.
A doting mother to her daughters, Shanthi enjoys traveling and exploring the various culturally rich places in India.
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