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On July 18th, 2026, VT Seva Houston volunteers received training in Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) from Dr. Giri Vedala, Dr. Mythili Vedala, and high school student Sripriya Vedala. Our volunteers greatly enjoyed the training. Volunteers learned the steps of action to take in an emergency situation and how to perform CPR as a team. This experience instilled in our volunteers essential skills to potentially save a life. We look forward to continuing to engage in these trainings throughout the year and hope to prepare as many of our volunteers in navigating emergency health situations. Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/p/Db-ZAQBnD2h/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

VT Seva Houston Summer Music Workshop 2026 – A Melodious Success VT Seva Houston successfully hosted a one-week *Summer Music Workshop* from July 13th–17th, 2026, bringing together music enthusiasts ages 5 and above for a fun and enriching musical experience. Participants explored semi-classical and light music, developed their vocal skills, learned new songs, and received personalized guidance. The week concluded with a wonderful final performance where participants proudly showcased what they had learned to family and friends. A special thank you to our mentor, Samhita, and our youth leads, Shritan and Amrita, for their dedication, enthusiasm, and leadership in organizing and coordinating the workshop. Their efforts played an important role in making the event a memorable success. Insta: https://www.instagram.com/p/DeDpTx8nJAJ/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&stkn=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

On June 26th, VT Seva Houston had the wonderful opportunity to volunteer and participate in the International Day of Yoga celebration hosted by Fort Bend County. We truly enjoyed being part of this meaningful event and celebrating the spirit of yoga, wellness, and community. A special thank you to our young Youth Board members, Krishiv and Krisha, for proudly representing VT Seva Houston at the event! We greatly appreciate your enthusiasm, dedication, and service to the community. Thank you to Fort Bend County for organizing such a wonderful celebration, and to everyone who participated and made the event a memorable one! Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/p/DdSbgI0EbdD/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&stkn=NTc4MTIwNjQ2YQ==

On Saturday, June 13th, 2026, VT Seva Houston volunteers spent the day assisting The Arc of Katy. Volunteers assisted in cleaning the facility’s transportation buses by vacuuming the interiors, wiping down surfaces, and washing the exteriors. The team also weeded the pavilion area and the garden, helping keep the area neat and clean. This experience helped foster teamwork among our volunteers and a sense of community. VT Seva Houston extends its heartfelt thanks to Mrs. Sarah and Mr. Walt for providing this wonderful opportunity to serve. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DaHYbZpnHQn/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

The VT Seva Dance Camp (June 8 - 12,2026) brought joy, energy, and creativity as children learned a vibrant dance medley, building confidence, coordination, and new skills along the way! 100% of the proceeds will support the education of children at Nethra Vidyalaya School. Hats off to our youth teachers Maya and Saanvi. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/Dczw01EEWV8/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsi=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

On Saturday May 16th, VT Seva Houston volunteered at the Houston Council of the Blind. It was a memorable experience interacting with the HCB community! Our volunteers assisted during their monthly meeting by passing fruits, muffins, coffee, and water to the members. VT Seva Houston looks forward to volunteering with HCB again in June! Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/p/DZGysYRkasT/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

On May 30th, Vt Seva Houston volunteered with the Houston food bank! Together we handled, and sorted food into different categories. It was amazing to what we did together as a team! Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1BtUpeg4qd/

On May 23, 2026, VT Seva Houston proudly hosted a Graduation Celebration to honor our high school graduates. It was a memorable and joyous event that brought together families, friends, and community members to celebrate this important milestone. The evening featured inspiring and motivational speeches by our own Dr. Ranganath Kandala and Sri Vijay Jellidimudi, whose words encouraged our graduates as they prepare for the next chapter of their lives. The celebration also included fun-filled games, vibrant cultural performances by our enthusiastic youth members, and a sumptuous dinner enjoyed by all. We are incredibly proud of the accomplishments of our graduates and extend our heartfelt congratulations to: Amuktamalyada Panchangam Alekhya Sambaraj Nitya Tirumala Smahita Ponnapalli Tanvisha Sangaraboina We wish each of them continued success, happiness, and fulfillment as they embark on their exciting new journeys. Once again, congratulations to our outstanding youth on this remarkable achievement! Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/p/DaHV3U7HOpE/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

On May 16th, VT Seva Houston volunteer at the Buffalo Bayou Partnership’s Monthly Volunteer Day. Our volunteers enjoyed connecting with nature and helping in the effort to protect native species of the Houston Bayou! Volunteers helped remove invasive weeds and at the same time enjoying bonded with other volunteers creating a wonderful environment to work together in! Volunteer also received booklets at the end informing them on native bird and plant species of the Houston Bayou! This volunteer opportunity was a deeply enriching experience. We look forward for the opportunity to volunteer next year with the Buffalo Bayou Partnership!Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/p/Db-RFpXHPcK/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

On Saturday, April 18th, VT Seva Houston volunteers had the opportunity to volunteer with the Houston Council of the Blind. Volunteers assisted in serving fresh fruits and delicious food, ensuring that everyone felt comfortable and cared for throughout the gathering. This service opportunity was a truly memorable experience for our volunteers. They enjoyed interacting with members of the visually challenged community. We look forward to volunteering with the HCB next month! Instagram link: https://www.instagram.com/p/DYafdJXj8hu/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

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!

On Saturday, April 4th, VT Seva Houston volunteers spent the day assisting The Arc of Katy, an organization dedicated to enriching the lives of individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The volunteers assisted in cleaning and tidying the facility’s transportation buses — vacuuming the interiors, wiping down surfaces, and washing the exteriors. Beyond the buses, the team carefully weeded the pavilion area and the garden, helping restoring them to a more neat condition. Our volunteers enjoyed giving back to the community. This experience helped foster teamwork, compassion, and a sense of shared purpose among everyone involved. VT Seva Houston extends its heartfelt thanks to Mrs. Sarah and Mr. Walt for providing this wonderful opportunity to serve. Their guidance and support made the day very memorable.

On Saturday, February 21st, VT Seva Houston volunteered at the Houston Council of the Blind’s monthly meeting. At the meeting, they assisting in setting up and organizing food and drinks in preparation for the meeting, serving food, and tidying the meeting place after the event. Our volunteers enjoyed this experience greatly and the opportunity to meet and get to know attendees from all walks of life. We look forward to staying connected with the HCB and supporting this wonderful organization. We are very grateful for the opportunity to connect with the HCB community. Instagram link: https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fp%2FDVW8XUmj31t%2F%3Futm_source%3Dig_web_copy_link%26igsh%3DMzRlODBiNWFlZA%253D%253D%26fbclid%3DIwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAYnJpZBEybUhvUzJaeHVTd2U5TXZDenNydGMGYXBwX2lkEDIyMjAzOTE3ODgyMDA4OTIAAR4KIuRSLXU5ecCD_OP1BS8Bmw5wwsS8mlMiVRLwlDCdkOMpcIEaZbcm6TPBFw_aem_Hp1UQ-Npot6rTpt4ZWHcAw&h=AT4uJptZ6DKN7IQKtZ6IEZcJj6ZMorcovor6ZmFDS7m0JFFB20CZWC1rnwC-y2RRAUCgo3bB_BoyuGmGyiCPmrDnfC6R2bmQPuEoJAe7Jv6S5Sc5itQkz_I5kv7diVZ69-gxnhKMhfwe8ukAD8AoyvaB5nPoq0Sn&__tn__=-UK-R&c[0]=AT6Gw9QsnKgfxXdOW6CeLOL1VseX2Li9kNS9sLGR0MPV1FP2T0KCRRRMeP830RBuvun-YBFSPQZ-KyYAxJZGQPMTqSQKw2A4aY5M1utzrBoD96q0xbK6FgJIJ35p5LJxDU9yPBbdrdsxGF4cbxe8kki7pGdP6KMlqj5t1CaFIw

On Saturday, February 7th, VT Seva volunteers assisted the Arc of Katy organization. They assisted in placing mulch in the organization’s garden and cleaning the garden beds. Our volunteers also had the opportunity to remove dried stems and unwanted vegetation, helping to restore the space. In addition to clearing the garden, volunteers assisted in creating a drainage system to support the Arc’s sprinkler system. We hope this helped the Arc in distributing water among the garden plants more evenly to ensure the plants are hydrated well. We thank our volunteers for all their dedication and enthusiasm. A special thank you to Mr. Walt for providing us a wonderful opportunity to serve and contribute to the beautification of their garden.

On Saturday, January 18th, our VT Seva Houston volunteers had the wonderful opportunity to volunteer at the Houston Food. Together, we helped pack 13,681 meals, filling 18 pallets, and handling over 16,418 pounds of food. It was wonderful to see how much we can accomplish when we come together as a team. We are excited to return to the HFB soon! Instagram LInk: https://www.instagram.com/p/DTyDL7GD96U/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==