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Students from all grades came together in the IA courtyard to paint rocks with kind and positive messages. The goal was to spread good vibes and make our school a happier place for everyone. It was a fun way for everyone to show kindness and remind each other that small, nice things can make a big difference. These kindness rocks are placed in the courtyard because it’s a special spot where students often take breaks and recharge. While spending time there, reading these uplifting messages helps create a peaceful and positive atmosphere, encouraging everyone to feel supported throughout their day.

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On April 26th , VT Seva Atlanta youths participated in the Old Atlanta Road clean as part of Adopt-A-Road program. Youths picked up litter along the roadway which helped to keep roadsides clean and beautiful. This kind of inspiring act shows how youths care about our planet. This program also helps engage our youths in community service and demonstrate their community pride.

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This weekend, our youth came together to create something truly special in honor of Mother’s Day! 💖 They designed personalized photo frames featuring a custom Mother’s Day visual tribute created by our youth board member Sathkrith Segu, beautifully reflecting VT Seva’s values of love, gratitude, and family. These thoughtful gifts were presented to their moms, capturing cherished memories in a creative and heartfelt way. In the spirit of giving back, the youth also made handmade cards for seniors in memory care centers. Each card was decorated with care and included a touching poem, sharing warmth and love beyond their own homes. We’re so proud of our youth for celebrating not just their own families, but the wider community too. 💐💙🧡 #VTSeva #MothersDay #YouthForService #GratitudeInAction #CelebrateMoms

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Project Lead: Oviya Jaishankar To celebrate Mother’s Day and Father's Day, our *VT Seva Detroit Youth Board members* once again brought joy to a very special group of people through their creativity and compassion. This year, our youth created heartfelt Mother’s Day and Father's Day greeting cards that were delivered to residents at the *Manoogian Manor and Woodhaven Retirement Community*.

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Celebrating Mother’s Day In celebration of this special day, VT SEVA Chicago youth board members visited Lake County Haven, a local women’s shelter, to spread joy and appreciation. We delivered beautifully handmade flowers to the incredible women and mothers at the shelter, along with essential items from their wishlist, including bath towels and lotion. These items were purchased using the $200 we raised—with the generous support of Libertyville High School and their club, SASA. Together, we were able to brighten the day of these inspiring women and make a meaningful impact in our community.

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As part of our commitment to serving the community, VTSEVA volunteers participated in a rewarding food sorting event at the Alameda County Community Food Bank, where we joined others in packing food for individuals and families in need. With dedication and teamwork, we helped sort an incredible 39,696 pounds of food—equivalent to 32,948 meals—with a Meals Per Volunteer (MPV) rate of 270. It was a fun, meaningful experience that brought us together for a greater cause, and we’re proud to have made a positive impact by supporting the fight against hunger in our local community.

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This weekend, VTSEVA volunteers proudly took root in San Jose by participating in a meaningful City Forest tree planting event. With shovels in hand and passion in our hearts, we rolled up our sleeves and worked side by side to help beautify and restore our local environment. In addition to planting trees, we also painted benches and picked up litter, contributing to a cleaner, greener, and more inviting community space. From digging and mulching to adding fresh coats of paint and clearing debris, every action we took made a visible impact. The day was filled with purpose, teamwork, and environmental stewardship, reminding us that small efforts—when done together—can grow into lasting change. We’re proud to be part of a movement that strengthens both our environment and our community—one tree, one bench, and one act of service at a time.

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Grow to Empower- VTSeva Austin "Caring Mother Earth to support her children " Our adult and youth volunteers have organized Plant fundraise to support visually challenged education while growing the wishes in your backyard. Thanks to our adult volunteers who worked and cared the plants for last two months. Our youth who helped in reaching out to community and fundraised during the stall we did at Chowrastha indusn eatry at austin. So far we could raise funds to educate 3 visually challenged students for an year .

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Grow to Empower- VTSeva Austin "Caring Mother Earth to support her children " Our adult and youth volunteers have organized Plant fundraise to support visually challenged education while growing the wishes in your backyard. Thanks to our adult volunteers who worked and cared the plants for last two months. Our youth who helped in reaching out to community and fundraised during the stall we did at Chowrastha indusn eatry at austin. So far we could raise funds to educate visually challenged.

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Our youth volunteers donated, prepared and dropped 45-50 lunches every month to the Dell children hospitals and St Davis north Austin medical center through lunches with love prog by RMHC

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DRAW), our team contributed to disaster preparedness and response by organizing approximately 200 ziplock supply bags and successfully packing 90 emergency relief buckets. These supplies are intended to support individuals and families affected by natural disasters, ensuring they have access to basic necessities during times of crisis. Our work helped streamline the distribution process and directly supports DRAW’s mission to provide rapid and efficient aid when it’s needed most.

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𝐎𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟎𝐭𝐡, 𝐕𝐓 𝐒𝐞𝐯𝐚 𝐀𝐭𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚 𝐡𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 (𝐏𝐕𝐒𝐀) 🏅𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 🙏𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐡𝐨𝐧𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟗𝟑 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐢𝐫 𝐝𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐬𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒.

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During our recent volunteer effort at Disaster Relief at Work (DRAW), our team contributed to disaster preparedness and response by organizing approximately 200 ziplock supply bags and successfully packing 90 emergency relief buckets. These supplies are intended to support individuals and families affected by natural disasters, ensuring they have access to basic necessities during times of crisis. Our work helped streamline the distribution process and directly supports DRAW’s mission to provide rapid and efficient aid when it’s needed most.

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Our IAE members created 115 heartfelt cards for senior citizens at American House Somerset. For many seniors, Mother’s Day can be a lonely time, especially for those separated from their families. Through our handmade cards, we wanted to remind them they are seen, valued, and loved— a simple gesture that can brighten someone’s entire week. Each card was more than just paper and pencil; it was a message of gratitude and warmth, crafted with care by our 30 volunteers. Acts of kindness like these can make a real difference, offering comfort and connection to those who need it most.

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In a powerful effort led by five VT SEVA DETROIT youth leaders and 21 youth volunteers, over 260 pairs of sneakers were collected from friends, family, neighbors, and community members over the course of a few weeks. These shoes weren’t just donations, they show the passion behind each of the youth leaders and VT SEVA as a whole. While donating to GotSneakers, this initiative will greatly benefit the environment by reducing the carbon footprint, help underserved get a chance to wear a good pair of shoes and most importantly support VT Seva Feeding Hope (Special Occasions, Annadanam initiative) Program, which provides food to visually challenged and tribal students.