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VT SEVA CHICAGO Krispy Kreme Fundraiser

What happens when you combine the irresisitible appeal of donuts with a hearftfeltmission to fight hunger? Sudheeshna Nune, the Youth...

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VTS Chicago youth volunteers at Farmers Market

One day, Sridevi, the Chicago branch director of VT Seva, was at the local farmers market in Buffalo Grove. She saw two high school kids...

Past events

Take a look at our past events and see the impact we've made together!

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PAST EVENT

VT Seva Chicago - Felt wall enrichment boards for animal shelters

Volunteers had a wonderful time at our Cat Scratch Board event! Everyone worked hard to make it a success, and it was amazing to see the teamwork and effort put in to help support the animals. A big thank you to all the dedicated volunteers for your time and energy—you made this event possible!

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Chicago's adopt-a-highway fall cleanup

Thanks to everyone for participating in adopt-a-highway cleanup. Fortunately weather was also cooperating , we were able to make a meaningful impact on our local environment. Your commitment to seva (selfless service) continues to make a difference. Your time and efforts are greatly appreciated!! Kudos to you all!!

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Northern Illinois Food Bank

VTSeva Chicago volunteers went to Northern Illinois Food Bank to pack potatoes! During this activity, we even added a personal touch by packing a few heart-shaped potatoes, sending our love to those in need. This session was a unique experience for us as we all played a part to make a positive impact on someone’s life!

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Farmer's market

Couple of volunteers from Chicago team manned booth at Farmer's market for sharing information about VT Seva & the impact our volunteers make.

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Chicago - Origami Tulip Bouquets for hospital staff

A group of volunteers from Chicago came together to show appreciation for our everyday heroes — the doctors who work tirelessly to keep us healthy and safe. With creativity, care, and a whole lot of heart, handcrafted beautiful origami flowers as a small token of gratitude.  Thank you to our amazing volunteers for turning paper into petals, and appreciation into art. You truly made a difference!

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Chicago - Posters making for presenting at Green Fair

On Sunday, September 14, a group of volunteers came together in a youth center to make trifold for green fair. These trifles included habits that better fit the environment, like waste materials, and waste management rules. These posters will be presented at Green Fair . Visitors will be encouraged to change small habits which can have bigger impact on the environment.

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Chicago - Green Fair participation

Thank you to everyone who volunteered at the Green Fair! We had a great time sharing simple ways to protect the environment, like turning off lights and fans when not in use and taking shorter showers. We also helped raise awareness about which items shouldn't go in the trash or recycling bins. Wonderful work by all, thanks again for being part of it!

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PAST EVENT

Chicago - Felt wall enrichment boards for animal shelters

Volunteers had a wonderful time at our Cat Scratch Board event! Everyone worked hard to make it a success, and it was amazing to see the teamwork and effort put in to help support the animals. A big thank you to all the dedicated volunteers: Ananya, Sahithi, Sudheeshna, and Ishaan, for your time and energy—you made this event possible!

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Chicago - Sandwiches for food pantries

On Saturday, September 20, 2025, a group of volunteers came together to prepare peanut butter and jelly sandwiches for our community. In total, we made 50 sandwiches and packed them into bags with other treats, creating thoughtful care packages to share. We are so grateful to everyone who joined us and gave their time to make this event a success. Your contribution truly made a difference!

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PAST EVENT

Chicago - Farmer's market fundraising

VT Seva Chicago volunteers manned a booth a Farmer's market for Nethra schools fund raising. Handmade book marks & beautifully wrapped books were used for raising funds for the schools & local food pantry

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VT Seva Chicago - Food packing at Northern Illinois Food Bank

On Saturday, September 6th, 2025, a group of volunteers came together at the Northern Illinois Food Bank to pack cereal boxes. Thanks to their teamwork and generosity, we were able to support more than 12,000 individuals in need! We are so grateful for everyone who joined us to make a difference. Your time and effort truly helped bring hope  to our community.

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Bookmarks making & book wrapping for fund raising

On August 31st, 2025, a group of volunteers came together for the wonderful opportunity of wrapping books! A total of 25 books were wrapped with care, each one topped off with a summary  of the book placed on the back. All these books will be used for blind book fundraising at Farmers Market. Thank you for every volunteer who joined in and helped make this activity a success!

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PAST EVENT

Food packing at FMSC

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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PAST EVENT

Booth at India Independence day event

VTSeva chicago youth manned a booth at India Indepedence event organized by LCIA which is a local organization. They educated visitors of the booth about VT Seva mission, activities and sold plants for Nethra schools fund raising

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PAST EVENT

India Independence Day Parade participation

VTSeva Chicago youth participated in a parade organized by National India Hub to represent VT Seva

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