Human sufferings have grown exponentially in the last 100 years. Floods, cyclones tsunami, earthquakes, droughts, famines, epidemics and other vagaries of nature have taken their toll. Conflicts, wars, civil wars, unrest and terrorist activities also have rendered people homeless and stateless. Affected people need immediate relief and humanitarian assistance.

Hindu Emergency Aid and Relief Team (HEART) is a voluntary organisation to provide emergency relief in disaster affected areas through its own programmes or in partnership with other agencies. HEART is inspired by the idea of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam, i.e. the world is one family. It consists of a dedicated team of volunteers which includes doctors, nurses, paramedics and other professionals who are committed to serve humanity and mother Earth. It is registered under Section 12A, read with section 12AA of the Income Tax Act, 1961. It has been granted approval for benefits and Tax exemption under Section 80G also.