littleMORE was born from a deeply personal experience with cancer. In April 2009, our founder, the late Mrs. Leena Pawar, was diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML). Her treatment at Tata Memorial Hospital (TMH), Mumbai, exposed her not only to the challenges of her own illness but also to the immense hardships faced by countless patients from economically disadvantaged backgrounds.

She witnessed families struggling to meet basic daily needs while coping with mounting medical and logistical expenses. She was especially moved by the plight of children in the Paediatric Oncology ward, whose education and childhood were interrupted by prolonged hospital stays.

Even as she endured the physical and emotional toll of cancer treatment, Mrs. Pawar was determined to make a difference. Guided by a lifetime of leading social initiatives and her belief in action over words, she transformed her personal struggle into a mission of hope and compassion. During her own battle with cancer, she founded littleMORE to support patients and their families with dignity, care, and practical assistance.

Despite her extraordinary courage and resilience, Mrs. Pawar passed away in January 2010. She is fondly remembered by everyone whose lives she touched through her kindness, empathy, and unwavering commitment to serve others.

While she is no longer with us, her vision continues to inspire and guide littleMORE. Her legacy lives on through the dedicated team, volunteers, and supporters who carry forward her mission of bringing hope, comfort, and care to patients and families facing life's most difficult health challenges.