The Kapada Bank Project (Cloth Bank) is a humanitarian initiative by the Dar ul Huda Charitable Trust in Udupi, Karnataka, that collects surplus clothing to redistribute to those in need. The project aims to assist the underprivileged, foster social cooperation, and promote a culture of mindful contribution. With six branches operating across various cities, the initiative has successfully reached over 5,000 beneficiaries and distributed approximately 6,000 pairs of clothes.

Beyond routine distribution, the Kapada Bank plays a critical role in large-scale disaster relief and specialized outreach across multiple regions:

• Udupi, Karnataka: Serves as the primary hub for the project’s operations and local distribution.

• Kerala: Provided essential clothing and aid to victims of floods and heavy rains during the 2019 Kerala Relief Project.

• Sakleshpur, Karnataka: Conducted relief operations for those affected by floods and heavy rainfall.

• Uttar Dinajpur, West Bengal: Organized Winter Blanket Distributions in 2024 to provide warmth for students.

• Malda, West Bengal: Facilitated specialized clothing distributions for orphan students in 2024.

• Hyderabad, Telangana: Involved in the project’s broad distribution network to reach urban underprivileged populations.

• Community Engagement: The Trust maintains active communication for those wishing to contribute or seek aid through its website and contact lines (+91 73378 14400).