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On August 24th, VT Seva Seattle conducted its annual 5K Walkathon, carrying forward the same spirit of compassion and service as the Unity Cup. The event was more than just a walk — it was a joyful celebration of unity, tradition, and purpose. From a laughter-filled scavenger hunt to the Utti challenge and the nostalgic game of Seven Stones, families, youth, and community members came together in an afternoon of play, connection, and service. Sharing stories over a picnic lunch, everyone was reminded of a simple truth: we serve with purpose, we walk together, we share love — no one is more, no one is less, we are one team, we are one VT Seva. Like the Unity Cup, the Walkathon supported our goal of building two tiny homes in partnership with Sound Foundations NW, turning every step into a pledge of hope and impact for those experiencing homelessness. We were also honored to have Barb from Sound Foundations NW join us for the occasion and present the VT Seva Service Awards for 2024, recognizing the dedication and commitment of our youth volunteers.

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VTSEVA Bay Area volunteers recently came together for an impactful environmental service initiative, dedicating their time and effort to cleaning up trash along a creek in Milpitas, California. By carefully removing litter, debris, and waste that had accumulated in the natural area, the volunteers demonstrated their strong commitment to protecting local ecosystems and promoting a cleaner, healthier environment for the community. This effort not only enhanced the beauty and safety of the creek but also raised awareness about the importance of environmental stewardship and collective responsibility. Through their hard work and teamwork, VTSEVA Bay Area volunteers continue to inspire others to take action and contribute positively to the preservation of natural spaces.

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𝐎𝐧 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟒𝐭𝐡, 𝐕𝐓 𝐒𝐞𝐯𝐚 𝐀𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐝𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐁𝐲 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐲. This service project, centered on sorting, packing, and delivering nutritious meals and essential pantry items, gave our youth the chance to make a direct and meaningful impact and they rose to the occasion with energy and purpose. 💫⭐️ 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐟𝐮𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐛𝐨𝐱𝐞𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐝𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬’ 𝐝𝐨𝐨𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐩𝐬, 𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡 𝐭𝐚𝐬𝐤 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐚𝐬𝐦. Their efforts not only filled pantries but also brought dignity, hope, and encouragement to those we served. 🌟✨ We are beyond proud of these young changemakers. Their teamwork, generosity, and compassion created a lasting impact on the community and served as an inspiring reminder of what service truly means. ✴️ 𝐓𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐚 𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐢𝐭 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐚 𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐝𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐠 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐧 𝐦𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐲 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐡𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭. ✌️♥️✌️We are deeply grateful for their commitment and honored to have them as part of the VT Seva family!

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Ten youth volunteers from VT Seva Cary participated in the Ganesha Idol event at SV Temple. They supported temple preparations, patri packing, and activities with dedication and teamwork. Through their service, the youth honored tradition while strengthening community bonds. The event highlighted how youth leadership brings energy and devotion to cultural celebrations.

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Pallavi a youth volunteer collected old towels to be donated to a rescue dogs animal shelter

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Clay Ganesha making

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This weekend, VTSEVA volunteers rolled up their sleeves for a hands-on experience in San Jose, diving into an exciting RAFT activity! We helped sort, quality-check, and pack essential supplies for teachers—making sure everything was ready to support classrooms in need. It was a fun and fulfilling day of teamwork, service, and community impact!

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VTSEVA volunteers came together for a meaningful and exciting month of service, assembling brown bags packed with delicious and nutritious food. With teamwork and enthusiasm, they carefully prepared each bag, ensuring that every meal would bring comfort to those in need. These bags were then donated to a family housing shelter, where they would make a real difference in the lives of families facing hardship. It was a rewarding experience filled with energy, community spirit, and the joy of giving back!

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On Saturday, August 23rd, VTSeva Chicago volunteers joined together at Feed My Starving Children to help pack meals for those in need. We are deeply grateful for your time, dedication, and compassion in serving others. Thanks to your efforts, VTSeva successfully packed 11 full boxes! It was inspiring to see everyone’s teamwork and commitment toward making a difference.

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Ten youth volunteers from VT Seva Cary participated in the Ganesha Idol event at SV Temple. They supported temple preparations and activities with dedication and teamwork. Through their service, the youth honored tradition while strengthening community bonds. The event highlighted how youth leadership brings energy and devotion to cultural celebrations.

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𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓, 𝟏𝟒 𝐨𝐟 𝐕𝐓 𝐒𝐞𝐯𝐚 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐃𝐑𝐀𝐖 (𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐚𝐭 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤), 𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐬 𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐟𝐚𝐦𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐟𝐥𝐨𝐨𝐝𝐬, 𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐫𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐬, 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐬. 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝: 𝐒𝐡𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐲𝐚 𝐒𝐚𝐡𝐮 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐜𝐭: Our volunteers worked on two important projects. First, they packaged over 200 large rolls of garbage bags. These rolls are placed into cleaning and outdoor buckets that are distributed to families when disaster strikes. In addition, the group created over 5 large buckets of plarn (plastic yarn) using recycled grocery bags. This plarn will later be crocheted into durable, reusable bags that serve as a practical resource for survivors during recovery.

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In August, VT Seva Cary continued its partnership with the Diaper Bank of North Carolina. Volunteers wrapped thousands of diapers and hygiene products, supporting families with essential items that promote dignity and health. This recurring service reflects our commitment to addressing diaper insecurity and uplifting the community across North Carolina.

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Ten youth volunteers from VT Seva Cary participated in the Ganesha Idol event at SV Temple. They supported temple preparations and activities with dedication and teamwork. Through their service, the youth honored tradition while strengthening community bonds. The event highlighted how youth leadership brings energy and devotion to cultural celebrations.

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WIHI VTS Club made handwritten, welcoming notes for freshmen on the first day of school

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𝐎𝐧 𝐀𝐮𝐠𝐮𝐬𝐭 𝟐𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓, 𝟏6 𝐨𝐟 𝐕𝐓 𝐒𝐞𝐯𝐚 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐢𝐭’𝐬 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐡𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐜𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐠𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐚𝐭 𝐅𝐥𝐞𝐞𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐤 𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐜𝐡 𝐢𝐬 𝐚𝐧 𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐝𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐛𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐬𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝 𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐜𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐫𝐞𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥𝐬. Our volunteers split into two groups, each taking on important behind-the-scenes task to help bring comfort and hope to children facing hospital stays. One group dove into 𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲-𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐜𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠✔️𝐛𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐤𝐞𝐭𝐬, making sure each one was soft and secured with love. Over 30+ blankets were carefully inspected—each one receiving the time, attention, and care it deserves before it reaches the arms of a child. Meanwhile, the second group took on the 𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐳𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐦𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝟏𝟐 𝐬𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐯𝐞𝐬, transforming the storage space into an efficient and spotless system ready to support ongoing efforts.