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VT Seva MN is incredibly proud of our 10+ amazing volunteers who stepped up during the holidays to donate blood and make a difference! A special shoutout to our dedicated youth volunteers for their inspiring efforts. 💪👏

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On Dec 21st afternoon, from 2:30 to 5:30, a group of youth volunteers created holiday appreciation cards for the local Buffalo Grove Police Officers. The youth volunteers described the time working as “fun team bonding while also being productive”. The cards were aimed to show gratitude and honor the brave individuals who serve and protect our community with passion. This event was sponsored by local businesses - Culvers and Crumbl Cookies, who provided delicious burgers, salad and frozen custard for the officers and amazing cookies for the volunteers. Our youth team’s special thanks go out to these two local businesses for their sponsorship. Around 5:30PM, after completing the cards, our group drove to the Buffalo Grove police station to personally deliver the handmade cards and a tasty dinner to the police officers. Upon arrival, we were warmly welcomed by Sergeant Verduzco, who introduced us to each of the police officers that were in the building at the time. Sergeant Verduzco was then asked to hand out “Volunteer Appreciation Certificates” to the youth volunteers participated in 2024 activities and the “Presidential Volunteer Service Awards” recognizing the youth for their contributions in 2023. As the cards were handed out, the volunteers witnessed the officers’ smiles shine through their tough faces. Akshith Challuri and Veda Sivakumar took the opportunity to engage with the officers, asking thoughtful questions and showing their interest in their job and experiences. Overall, it was a great learning experience for all of us. It was an amazing day which truly highlighted our gratitude along with the impact of simple gestures.

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VTSeva Austin volunteered at the tree plantation event organized by the new leaf farms of the multi cultural refugee center .

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VTS Detroit conducted Bell Ringing event for Salvation Army

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On Dec 21st 2024, VTSEVA Detroit Youth Board help run the Capuchin Services Christmas Giveaway. They helped stock presents, helped attendees shop for presents, and helped greet and register attendees for this event. We helped over 300 families and around 600 kids during this event.

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VTS Detroit Youths conducted a bell ringing event for Salvation Army

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In early November, I had the privilege of organizing a community candy drive, an initiative aimed at spreading joy and appreciation to our local first responders. This project was not only an opportunity to bring the community together but also a meaningful way to show our gratitude to those who serve and protect us daily. The candy drive began on November 1st, when we started collecting donations from five different addresses. Over the course of nine days, from November 1st to November 9th, our team worked diligently to gather as many contributions as possible. Each collection was met with kindness and generosity, reflecting the strong sense of community that defines us. After completing the collection phase, we turned our focus to preparation. We sorted the candy with care, ensuring it was ready to be repackaged into delightful goodie bags. Alongside these treats, we created heartfelt thank-you cards, each one a small token of appreciation for the tireless efforts of our first responders. Vt Seva Maryland's volunteers Harshita, Daksh, Deechu, Kaviya, Bhavya, Tatvik, and I helped with this task. On December 20th, the culmination of our efforts took place. VT Seva Maryland volunteers Vivek, Mahesh, Taara, Mridula, Bhavya, Yashmita,and I along with our branch director Sobana aunty visited the Frederick County Sheriff's Office, the local police station, and the fire station to personally hand out the goodie bags. Meeting these incredible individuals face-to-face was a humbling experience. Their smiles and gratitude reinforced the importance of acknowledging their hard work and dedication. This candy drive was a true team effort, made possible by the support of volunteers and community members. I am deeply grateful to everyone who contributed their time, donations, and creativity to make this initiative a success. Your involvement not only brought joy to our first responders but also strengthened the bonds within our community. Thank you for helping to turn this vision into a reality and for continuing to support our collective mission of kindness and appreciation. -Anvitha Nakka (VT Seva Maryland Social Media President) & Tatvik Mandalapu

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🎉 VT Seva Atlanta Meet & Greet 2024 🎉 VT Seva Atlanta hosted an exciting Meet & Greet event on December 15th, 2024, bringing together a vibrant community of youth leaders and supporters. 🌟 Highlights of the Event: 12 VT School Clubs showcased their achievements through dynamic presentations, reflecting their year-long dedication and community impact. Two newly established middle school clubs wowed everyone with their remarkable progress and enthusiasm. The program began with a warm welcome note by Dr. Madhu, who shared VT Seva’s inspiring journey of growth, accomplishments, and future opportunities for 2025. She also introduced the hardworking team members who make these achievements possible. 🎥 Guests were then treated to a VT Seva video, showcasing impactful initiatives and success stories from the past year, followed by presentations from youth clubs highlighting their activities and contributions. 💡 An interactive Q&A session allowed attendees to ask questions and engage directly with the youth. 🍭 Guests explored VT Exhibits, featuring: Displays of youth club activities Registration booths for new volunteers Delicious snacks like candy canes and brownies 🏆 To recognize outstanding contributions by School clubs, the following awards were presented: 1️⃣ Alliance Academy – Best Presentation and Year-Round Club Activities 2️⃣ Hendricks Middle School – Second Best Presentation & Activities (Newly Established Clubs) 3️⃣ South Forsyth & Lambert High Schools– Tie for Third Best Presentation & Club Activities 4️⃣ Northview, Desana, Innovation Academy, River Trail, West Forsyth, Alpharetta School Clubs – Consolation Prizes 💃 The event featured two energetic dance performances by youth participants, spreading joy and excitement among the audience. 🙏 The program concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks, appreciating the efforts of all participants, volunteers, and attendees for making the event a grand success. ✨ VT Seva Atlanta’s Meet & Greet 2024 was an incredible celebration of youth empowerment and community service. We look forward to an even more impactful year ahead! ✨

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VT Seva Atlanta Meet & Greet 2024 🎉 VT Seva Atlanta hosted an exciting Meet & Greet event on December 15th, 2024, bringing together a vibrant community of youth leaders and supporters. More than 70 people attended the event, and many new youths and adults joined the VT Seva Team 🌟 Highlights of the Event: 12 VT School Clubs showcased their achievements through dynamic presentations, reflecting their year-long dedication and community impact. Two newly established middle school clubs wowed everyone with their remarkable progress and enthusiasm. The program began with a warm welcome note by Dr. Madhu, who shared VT Seva’s inspiring journey of growth, accomplishments, and future opportunities for 2025. She also introduced the hardworking team members who make these achievements possible. 🎥 Guests were then treated to a VT Seva video, showcasing impactful initiatives and success stories from the past year, followed by presentations from youth clubs highlighting their activities and contributions. 💡 An interactive Q&A session allowed attendees to ask questions and engage directly with the youth. 🍭 Guests explored VT Exhibits, featuring: Displays of youth club activities Registration booths for new volunteers Delicious snacks like candy canes and brownies 🏆 To recognize outstanding contributions by School clubs, the following awards were presented: 1️⃣ Alliance Academy – Best Presentation and Year-Round Club Activities 2️⃣ Hendricks Middle School – Second Best Presentation & Activities (Newly Established Clubs) 3️⃣ South Forsyth & Lambert High Schools– Tie for Third Best Presentation & Club Activities 4️⃣ Northview, Desana, Innovation Academy, River Trail, West Forsyth, Alpharetta School Clubs – Consolation Prizes 💃 The event featured two energetic dance performances by youth participants, spreading joy and excitement among the audience. 🙏 The program concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks, appreciating the efforts of all participants, volunteers, and attendees for making the event a grand success. ✨ VT Seva Atlanta’s Meet & Greet 2024 was an incredible celebration of youth empowerment and community service. We look forward to an even more impactful year ahead! ✨

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On Dec 14th 2024, VTSEVA Detroit Youth Board participated at the Community Family Life Center (CFLC), where we helped pack produce, canned goods, toiletries, and dairy. These items are then loaded into cars of people in need. We were able to help around 100 households and around 300 people.

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NFHS VTS Club made posters for our food drive! The drive accepts canned and non perishable goods

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Troy IAE VTS Club members helped Play Place to organize their annual Christmas party, the “North Poll Stroll” by doing various things like serving lunch, managing games and activities! It was a great way to spend time engaging with our community.

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VTSeva Bay Area volunteers help with mulching to stop weeds from growing in a nursery at San Jose CA as part of environmental service.

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VT Seva Houston held its 9th Annual Fundraising event, A:LO:K, on December 7th, 2024, aimed to raise funds to support the education of visually impaired and tribal children in India. Please find more details on this event on our Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/p/DFmL-b7RAqZ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link

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Thank you all for joining us at Feed My Starving Children in Libertyville on Saturday, December 7th. Your time, energy, and dedication to helping others are truly appreciated. Together, we made a meaningful impact in the fight against hunger, and it was wonderful to see everyone working as a team for such an important cause. Food we packed will be shipped to organizations in Kenya!!