UMEED SETU FOUNDATION

About Us
Umeed Setu Foundation is a humanitarian initiative dedicated to supporting cancer patients and their families through empathy, guidance, and hope.
The foundation was founded by Mukesh Kumar Pandey, a Stage-4 Cancer Survivor, whose personal journey revealed the emotional, mental, and informational gaps faced by patients and caregivers during cancer treatment. This lived experience inspired the creation of a platform that stands beside people when they feel confused, vulnerable, or alone.
At Umeed Setu Foundation, we believe that no cancer patient should walk this journey without human support, honest guidance, and dignity.

Our Values
Humanity First – Compassion and respect for every individual
Honesty & Transparency – No false promises or exaggeration
Dignity & Sensitivity – Patient privacy and self-respect matter
Non-Commercial Approach – Voluntary, patient-centric service
Empathy & Responsibility – Collective effort for meaningful support

Our Impact
Emotional support for cancer patients and caregivers
Guidance toward reliable information and appropriate care pathways
Awareness of government schemes, patient rights, and support systems
A growing volunteer network called UMEED MITRA, acting as bridges of hope
Our impact is measured not just in numbers, but in trust, reassurance, and renewed strength.

Our Vision
To build a society where every cancer patient feels supported, informed, and respected, regardless of financial or social background.
Join Us as UMEED MITRA
Umeed Setu Foundation is powered by people who believe in humanity.
If you wish to:
Offer emotional support
Share correct and responsible information
Help someone feel less alone during their cancer journey
You can join us as an UMEED MITRA and become a source of hope.
UMEED MITRA is not a position—
it is a commitment to humanity.
 Ethical & Legal Disclaimer
Umeed Setu Foundation does not provide medical treatment or financial guarantees.
Our support is limited to guidance, awareness, and emotional assistance, in accordance with ethical NGO practices and patient dignity.

Dear Friends,

Umeed Setu Foundation is not just an organization for me—it is a bridge of hope shaped by lived experience, reflection, and a deep sense of responsibility toward humanity.

During one of the most difficult phases of my life, I personally experienced how illness brings not only physical challenges, but also emotional uncertainty, fear, and isolation. In those moments, I realized that beyond treatment, what truly sustains a person is timely guidance, emotional strength, and the reassuring presence of people who genuinely care.
In my opinion, hope becomes stronger when people are heard, understood, and supported without judgment or pressure. This belief became the foundation of Umeed Setu Foundation.

Our purpose is not to influence medical decisions or replace professionals and institutions. Rather, we aim to complement existing systems by offering emotional support, sharing reliable information, encouraging awareness, and helping individuals and families navigate their journey with dignity and confidence.

We operate with complete transparency, ethical discipline, and respect for the law. Every activity of Umeed Setu Foundation is guided by compassion, accountability, and the understanding that trust is built through honesty, not promises.
The true strength of this foundation lies in people—volunteers, supporters, and Umeed Mitras—who stand with others simply as fellow human beings. This is not an organization driven by claims or guarantees, but a collective effort rooted in empathy and responsible service.

As we move forward, my belief remains firm: even small acts of presence and understanding can create meaningful change. When people stand together with sincerity, hope finds its way back.
Thank you for being a part of this journey.
Together, we continue to build a bridge where humanity comes first and hope connects us all.
Warm regards,

Mukesh Kumar Pandey
Founder & President
Umeed Setu Foundation
(Bridge of Hope)