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Houston

April 8, 2026 at 5:00:00 AM

VT Seva Houston launched its annual 2026 Walking for the Beat campaign on February 21st and concluded our campaign with our walkathon on March 21st. We would like to deeply thank you all the individuals who laced up their sneakers for our walkathon! It was an incredible day of community and spirit. Our youth began with sharing a little bit about heart health, leading some exercises in preparation for the walkathon. Subsequently, we began the walkathon! We completed the walkathon with a fun kahoot on heart health! We had an amazing turnout with 30+ participants hitting the pavement to support our mission. Thanks to your energy and the generosity of our supporters, we successfully raised over $500! These funds will go directly towards supporting the American Heart Association, where we hope to make meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve. Whether you walked the full distance, cheered from the sidelines, or donated, you made this possible. Let’s keep this momentum going!

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Detroit

March 28, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM

𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝: 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐡𝐢 𝐊𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐢 𝐓𝐨𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐧𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝐨𝐟 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬: 𝟏𝟎 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: Our volunteers had an incredible day at the Capuchin Soup Kitchen, where 𝐰𝐞 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐞𝐝 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟐𝟓𝟎 𝐩𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲! We served a variety of people from individuals experiencing homelessness to factory workers, families, and students reminding us how important accessible meals are for so many. Throughout the day, our team: • Helped prepare and serve meals to guests • Packed and distributed food to those in need • Organized and handled 27 boxes of food supplies • Cleaned up the area to keep operations running smoothly We’re so grateful for the opportunity to give back and be part of such meaningful work. Every meal served is a step toward strengthening our community and supporting those who need it most.

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Detroit

March 22, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM

𝐎𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 𝟐𝟐, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔, 𝐕𝐓 𝐒𝐞𝐯𝐚 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐭 proudly conducted its 𝟔𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐨𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭 @forgottenharvest 𝐚𝐭 𝐊𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐢 From 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM, our incredible team of 𝟏𝟏 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝟏𝟓 𝐚𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐭 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬 came together with one shared purpose — to serve and uplift our community. Despite the cold and wet conditions, our volunteers stood strong throughout the day, engaging with Kroger customers and inspiring generosity through their dedication and passion. We were especially honored by a visit from 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐢 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭’𝐬 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐭 𝐇𝐮𝐝𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤, who stopped by to encourage our volunteers. His support meant a lot, particularly to our youth, boosting their morale as they braved the challenging weather conditions. Thanks to the overwhelming generosity of the community & customers at Kroger, we collected: - 𝟐𝟓 𝐛𝐨𝐱𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐬 - 𝐎𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝟗𝟎𝟎 𝐥𝐛𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐝𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 - $𝟓𝟔𝟔 𝐢𝐧 𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐡 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 Each item and every dollar will help support families in need through Forgotten Harvest. This was more than just a food drive — it was a powerful reminder of what we can achieve when compassion meets action. Watching our youth lead with such commitment and heart gives us great hope for the future.

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Detroit

March 14, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM

𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝: 𝐃𝐚𝐤𝐬𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐀𝐥𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 & 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭 The DRAW Warehouse serves as a vital lifeline for families affected by natural disasters by providing handmade relief supplies that bring both comfort and utility. During this volunteering event, our team focused on the innovative “Plarn” (Plastic Yarn) initiative — a project that transforms recycled plastic bags into useful humanitarian resources while also reducing environmental waste. Together, our volunteers: 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐡𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐲𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐛𝐚𝐠𝐬 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝟏𝟓 𝐛𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝 𝐚 𝐝𝐨𝐳𝐞𝐧 𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐭 𝐛𝐚𝐠𝐬 These materials are used to create durable, water-resistant bedding and resources for disaster survivors, turning waste into meaningful support for those in need. Thank you to everyone who participated! Your dedication and hands-on service are helping us protect the environment while supporting communities in need.

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Detroit

March 27, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM

𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝: Rachana Raghunathan 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: Our team successfully defuzzed 𝟏𝟏 𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐠𝐞 𝐛𝐚𝐠𝐬 of sock loops, which were then donated to Arts & Scraps. These materials will be reused in creative art projects across Detroit, supporting hands-on learning and artistic expression for students. Through this remote project, dedicated youth volunteers worked collaboratively by picking up kits, completing the defuzzing process, and returning them for final assembly. Once all 11 kits were completed, they were delivered to Nicole from the Arts & Scraps team. This effort directly supports a nonprofit organization that provides essential creative resources to schools and community programs throughout the Detroit area.

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Chicago

February 21, 2026 at 6:00:00 AM

On February 21st, 8 dedicated VT Seva volunteers joined a high-impact packing session at Feed My Starving Children (FMSC). Our team worked on the assembly line to pack MannaPack Rice—a scientifically formulated meal containing rice, soy, dehydrated vegetables, and 20 essential vitamins and minerals. These life-saving meals are specifically destined for Haiti to combat childhood malnutrition. In just one session, our small but mighty team of 8 helped prepare enough food to feed 3000 meals! Thank you to our volunteers for their time and hard work in making a global difference.

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Chicago

February 28, 2026 at 6:00:00 AM

On March 7th, our VT Seva Chicago volunteers participated in an event organized by Sai Temple. Volunteers gathered to prepare a community favorite: Peanut Butter & Jelly sandwiches! There’s something special about a PB&J—it’s nutritious, filling, and a true staple for those in need of a quick, healthy meal. Our team assembled these sandwiches and paired them with fresh fruit and energy bars to create complete, balanced meal bags. These were delivered to Journeys | The Road Home, helping provide immediate hunger relief to our neighbors experiencing homelessness. A huge thank you to our "sandwich squad" for their time and effort!

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Chicago

March 7, 2026 at 6:00:00 AM

On March 7th, our dedicated VT Seva Chicago volunteers spent a productive morning at the Northern Illinois Food Bank. The team rolled up their sleeves to tackle the "onion station," where they meticulously sorted through bulk crates to ensure only the best quality produce reached the community. After sorting, we packed them into family-sized bags, ready for distribution to local pantries. It was a morning filled with hard work, teamwork, and a few "happy tears" (thanks to the onions!). Huge thanks to everyone who came out to help fight food insecurity in our region!

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Chicago

March 8, 2026 at 6:00:00 AM

On March 8th, VT Seva Chicago volunteers participated in a local Volunteer Fair to represent the organization and recruit new members. The team successfully showcased our local, national, and international initiatives, engaging with numerous visitors and welcoming over 20 new families to our WhatsApp group. It was a highly successful event with an impressive turnout.

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Boston

March 15, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM

Virtual Public speaking workshop

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Maryland

April 6, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM

VT Seva Maryland Hosts Successful 3rd Annual SAMATHA Science Fair Competition! VT Seva Maryland's Youth Advisor, Mridula Vasudevan, successfully led the 3rd Annual SAMATHA Science Fair Competition on March 22, 2026. Below is a detailed account of the event, highlighting its impact, growth, and the collective efforts of students, volunteers, sponsors, and the community. Event Summary To begin with, on March 22nd, from 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM, VT Seva Maryland proudly hosted its 3rd Annual SAMATHA Science Fair. The event was a remarkable success, bringing together seventy student participants and over two hundred attendees, including families, STEAM organizations, and volunteers. What made this year especially notable was the level of innovation and effort demonstrated by participants across all grade levels. Students presented a wide range of creative and thoughtful projects, showcasing not only scientific knowledge but also critical thinking and real world application. The average score of 39.5 out of 50 further reflected the outstanding quality, creativity, and dedication that each participant brought to the competition. We are pleased to share the list of Winners/Runners: Pre-K: Viraj Venuturimilli (1), Daksh Sharma (2), Jaitra Danturti (3) Kindergarten: Adhrith Navalgund and Ronin Valpadasu (1), Ayaan Garg (2), Avyaan Nasini (2), Mihira Anjali Muddada and Veda Gupta Boorugu (3) Grades 1 to 3: Tejas Anand (1), Varuni Vijai, Samritha Krishnanand, and Magilini Balakumar Sindhu (2), Jay Gupta Boorugu and Vihaan Muddada (2), Anvith Komperla (3), Radhika Raghavendra (3) Grades 4 to 5: Samarth Sinha (1), Srivatsav Ponnuru, Eshaan Dasa, and Sridatta Kakkireni (2), Ayaansh Bejgam and Surya Muddam (2), Samhitha Sri Kosana and Devayani Sharma (3), Tanushree Bonla and Avighnya Krishnaswamy Rajashekar (3) Grades 6 to 8: Ishaan Krishnan (1), Pranay Swaminathan (2), Parikrithi Bonla (3) High School: Aditya Samarth Community Partners and Sponsors In addition to participants and volunteers, the event was enriched by the presence of community partners and organizations who shared their knowledge and engaged with students in meaningful ways. Teja Pusunuri – Financial Advisor at AATS Financial A knowledgeable financial advisor who works to guide families and individuals in making informed financial decisions Provided insight into financial literacy and planning, helping students and families understand the importance of managing resources and planning for the future The RAY Foundation Founded by Anvi Chaturvedi and Tanvi Chaturvedi, this youth led organization focuses on service, leadership, and community impact As young leaders, Anvi and Tanvi have worked to create opportunities for students to engage in community service and leadership initiatives, encouraging youth involvement and social responsibility Their presence highlighted the importance of youth driven initiatives and inspired younger students to take leadership roles in giving back Youth Climate Institute An organization dedicated to empowering youth to take action on climate change through education, leadership, and community projects Focuses on sustainability, environmental awareness, and hands on learning experiences Vivia Chipley – Volunteer Led an interactive water filtration activity with students Helped students understand the importance of clean water, sustainability, and simple scientific solutions to real world problems Together, these partners added another layer of learning to the event, connecting science fair concepts to real world applications and community impact. Youth Leader Contributions In addition, several youth led initiatives took place during the event, further enriching the experience and highlighting the spirit of service within VT Seva. These efforts combined community impact with education and awareness. Divya Putthana – President of Healthcare Branch & President of Social Media “My experience making the forget me not flowers during the science fair was amazing. We got to educate many people about why we do this act of service and how much the veterans do for us. Seeing everyone come together to make the flowers was inspiring and great. It was a wonderful experience overall!” Tejasvi Divi – President of Environmental Branch “Our plant sale at the science fair was a meaningful success, raising $47 for VT Seva. The funds will go toward supporting a school for the visually challenged, helping provide meals for students with visual impairments. The event brought together environmental awareness and community service, showing how a simple project can make a positive impact. We’re very grateful for everyone who stopped by to support our sale and donated for the cause!” Manasvi Divi – President of Education Branch “Our science fair book sale recently has raised $41 for VT Seva, with proceeds going toward supporting schools for the visually challenged. Every contribution, big or small, made a difference, and we’re grateful to everyone who stopped by, donated, or spread the word. Looking forward to growing this effort even more next time!” Feeding Hope Maryland Team Mrs. Shwetha Sannenalli, Keerthi Siripurapu and Anwesha Parida Hosted a henna stand during the event while also spreading awareness about their mission Engaged with parents and attendees to share their cause and encourage community involvement Together, these initiatives showed how student leadership can extend beyond academics and create meaningful contributions to the community. Acknowledgments Equally important, the success of this event was made possible by the strong support from parents, volunteers, and organizers. Their guidance and encouragement played a key role from preparation to execution, helping create a welcoming and organized environment for everyone involved. Thank You Judges! We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our distinguished panel of judges, whose expertise and thoughtful feedback greatly enhanced the experience for all participants: Dr. Bharathi Subramaniasiva Associate Professor of Physics and experienced STEM educator with a strong focus on hands on learning Mrs. Rebecca Clark Dedicated CTE teacher who continues to inspire students through resilience and commitment Dr. Balamurugan Kuppusamy Associate Scientist and accomplished researcher with extensive publications and mentorship experience Dr. Mahesh Aitha Translational scientist and community leader advocating for STEM education Mr. Vasudevan Akkoor AI product leader focused on improving healthcare systems and long time VT Seva volunteer Their time, dedication, and insights played an important role in recognizing and encouraging student achievement. Thank You Volunteers! Finally, we would like to sincerely thank all the VT Seva Maryland youth and adult volunteers who played an integral role in organizing and conducting this event: Youth Leaders: Akanksha Subramaniam Divya Putthana Tejasvi Deivi Manasvi Divi Mikaela Abobar Taara Vasudevan Anwesha Parida Inika Keranahalli Akul Pallerla Misha Nabel Keerthi Siripurapu Vishan Das Mukkapally Youth Volunteers: Saanvi Chaithra S. Deethya B. Anvi G. Additional volunteers who contributed their time and effort Adult Volunteers: Mr. Srinivasa Putthana Mr. Vasudevan Akkoor Mrs. Sobana Vasudevan Mrs. Swetha Sananelli Mrs. Prashamsa Muppavaram Their support with setup, coordination, guiding participants, and cleanup ensured that the event ran smoothly from start to finish. Commitment to STEAM Education Looking ahead, the SAMATHA Science Fair continues to highlight the incredible talent within our community while reinforcing VT Seva Maryland’s commitment to promoting STEAM education. The continued growth of this initiative reflects the dedication of students, families, and volunteers working together to inspire the next generation of thinkers, innovators, and leaders. Best regards, Mridula Vasudevan VT Seva Maryland Youth Advisor and Coordinator of the Annual SAMATHA Science Fair

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New Jersey

March 21, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM

On March 21st, 2026 30 of our amazing VT Seva volunteers teamed up with Loops4LittleOnes to learn crochet and hand-craft items for donation. Huge thanks to everyone who brought their energy and creativity!