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The incredible women of VT Seva Maryland decided to celebrate Mother’s Day by giving back to the community they love and nurture every day! 🌿 Service in Action: Adopt-A-Road Cleanup 🌿 Led by Mrs. Deepa Parida, our dedicated volunteers spent Sunday morning clearing litter and debris to keep our community clean, safe, and green. A huge thank you to Branch Director Sobana Ji, Prasamsha Ji, Arti Ji, and Sandhya Ji for your hard work and leadership! ✨ Deepa Ji shares: "I had the privilege of leading this Adopt-A-Road initiative alongside such dedicated volunteers. Working together reinforced how powerful service can be — through teamwork and environmental stewardship, we make a real difference in our neighborhoods." Thank you to Deepa Ji and the entire team for showing how small actions create big impact. Environmental stewardship starts with us! 💚 Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1AWyQene1v/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/p/DZN2OiDiQcK/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

On March 22, 2026, from 12:30 PM to 4:30 PM, the VT Seva Maryland community gathered for a day of discovery and dedication. Led by Youth Advisor and Coordinator Mridula Vasudevan, the 3rd Annual SAMATHA Science Fair Competition proved to be a remarkable success, showcasing the incredible talent of our youth and our collective commitment to STEAM education. Event Overview The atmosphere was electric as seventy student participants and over two hundred attendees - including families, volunteers, and STEAM organizations - filled the venue. This year was defined by a high level of innovation. Students across all grade levels presented creative projects that tackled real-world applications with critical thinking. The dedication was evident in the results: participants achieved an impressive average score of 39.5 out of 50, reflecting the outstanding quality of work presented to our judges. Celebrating Our Winners and Runners-Up We are incredibly proud to recognize the following students for their scientific achievements: Pre-K: Viraj Venuturimilli (1), Daksh Sharma (2), Jaitra Danturti (3) Kindergarten: Adhrith Navalgund and Ronin Valpadasu (1), Ayaan Garg (2), Avyaan Nasini (2), Mihira Anjali Muddada and Veda Gupta Boorugu (3) Grades 1 to 3: Tejas Anand (1); Varuni Vijai, Samritha Krishnanand, and Magilini Balakumar Sindhu (2); Jay Gupta Boorugu and Vihaan Muddada (2); Anvith Komperla (3); Radhika Raghavendra (3) Grades 4 to 5: Samarth Sinha (1); Srivatsav Ponnuru, Eshaan Dasa, and Sridatta Kakkireni (2); Ayaansh Bejgam and Surya Muddam (2); Samhitha Sri Kosana and Devayani Sharma (3); Tanushree Bonla and Avighnya Krishnaswamy Rajashekar (3) Grades 6 to 8: Ishaan Krishnan (1), Pranay Swaminathan (2), Parikrithi Bonla (3) High School: Aditya Samarth Community Partners and Sponsors The fair was enriched by partners who connected scientific concepts to community impact: Teja Pusunuri (AATS Financial): Provided vital insights into financial literacy and resource planning for families. The RAY Foundation (Founded by Anvi and Tanvi Chaturvedi): This youth-led organization inspired students through their focus on service and leadership. Youth Climate Institute: Empowered attendees to take action on climate change through sustainability education. Vivia Chipley (Volunteer): Led an interactive water filtration activity, teaching students about clean water solutions and hands-on science. Youth Leadership & Service Initiatives At VT Seva, science and service go hand-in-hand. Several youth-led initiatives added a unique layer of impact to the event: Healthcare & Social Media Branch: President Divya Putthana led a "Forget-Me-Not" flower project. “Seeing everyone come together to make the flowers was inspiring... we got to educate many people about how much veterans do for us,” Divya shared. Environmental Branch: President Tejasvi Divi organized a plant sale that raised $47. “The funds will support a school for the visually challenged, helping provide meals for students,” Tejasvi noted. Education Branch: President Manasvi Divi held a book sale that raised $41 for schools for the visually challenged. “Every contribution, big or small, made a difference,” said Manasvi. Feeding Hope Maryland: The team, including Mrs. Shwetha Sannenalli, Keerthi Siripurapu, and Anwesha Parida, hosted a henna stand while spreading awareness about their mission. A Special Thank You to Our Judges Our distinguished panel of judges provided the expertise and feedback that made this a true learning experience: Dr. Bharathi Subramaniasiva: Associate Professor of Physics and STEM educator. Dr. Balamurugan Kuppusamy: Associate Scientist and accomplished researcher. Dr. Mahesh Aitha: Translational scientist and STEM advocate. Mrs. Rebecca Clark: Dedicated CTE teacher. Mr. Vasudevan Akkoor: AI product leader and longtime VT Seva volunteer. Our Dedicated Volunteers The seamless execution of this event—from setup to cleanup—was made possible by our selfless volunteers: Youth Leaders: Akanksha Subramaniam, Divya Putthana, Tejasvi Deivi, Manasvi Divi, Mikaela Abobar, Taara Vasudevan, Anwesha Parida, Inika Keranahalli, Akul Pallerla, Misha Nabel, Keerthi Siripurapu, and Vishan Das Mukkapally. Youth Volunteers: Saanvi, Chaithra S., Deethya B., Anvi G., and others who contributed their time. Adult Volunteers: Mr. Srinivasa Putthana, Mr. Vasudevan Akkoor, Mrs. Sobana Vasudevan, Mrs. Swetha Sananelli, and Mrs. Prashamsa Muppavaram. Looking Ahead The SAMATHA Science Fair is more than a competition; it is a commitment to the next generation of innovators. We look forward to watching this initiative grow as we continue to promote STEAM education and service in our community. Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/share/p/18eR2BvezG/ Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/p/DWhN3ZxEf3e/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA== Best regards, Mridula Vasudevan Youth Chapter Mentor and Coordinator, VT Seva Maryland

Vijayalakshmi*, a 40-year-old widow and daily-wage agricultural worker, lived a life defined by relentless labor and quiet sacrifice. As a mother of two, her days began before sunrise and ended long after sunset in the fields under the scorching sun. By the time she returned home each evening, exhaustion outweighed everything else. Her priorities were simple yet overwhelming her children’s education, putting food on the table, and holding her family together financially. When she first heard about a Mahila Arogya Vikas (MAV) screening camp in her community, hesitation took over. Like many women in underserved communities, she carried the weight of social stigma surrounding breast and cervical cancer. Fear of diagnosis, fear of judgment, and fear of the unknown kept her from stepping forward. But the MAV volunteers did not give up on her. With patience and compassion, they visited her neighborhood, explained the importance of preventive screening, and reassured her that she would not face anything alone. They emphasized that early detection could save lives and that full support including follow-up care would be provided if needed. Slowly, her fear gave way to trust. On a rare day off a Sunday Vijayalakshmi made a decision that would change her life. She attended the MAV camp and underwent a series of screenings, including breast health checks, blood tests, and the WHO-recommended VIA cervical cancer screening (Visual Inspection with Acetic Acid test). What followed was not easy to hear. With great sensitivity and care, the Lead MAV Coordinator, Madhavi Ravindra, informed her that the screening indicated a serious concern requiring immediate further investigation. Subsequent tests confirmed the diagnosis: Stage 3 cervical cancer. In that moment, fear could have taken over but she was not left alone. The MAV team immediately stepped in, guiding her through every next step. She was connected to specialized doctors, arranged for free-of-cost treatment, and supported with financial assistance so her children would continue to be cared for while she underwent treatment. What could have been an isolating and overwhelming journey became one carried collectively by a dedicated support system. Vijayalakshmi underwent nine months of grueling chemotherapy. The path was painful and uncertain, but she was surrounded by unwavering encouragement from MAV volunteers who stood by her, and medical professionals who treated her with commitment and care. Against the odds, she emerged victorious. Today, Vijayalakshmi is in complete remission. She has returned to a healthy life and continues to provide for her children with renewed strength and hope. In a powerful full circle, she now attends MAV camps regularly not as a patient in distress, but as a voice of encouragement for other women who stand where she once stood. Her story is not just one of survival, it is a reminder of what early detection, awareness, and community-driven healthcare can achieve. Mahila Arogya Vikas, a secular initiative founded by VT Seva CEO HH Tridandi Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji, continues to transform lives through its cancer awareness programs and screening camps. Reaching women across all backgrounds, MAV ensures that care is not limited by fear, stigma, or financial barriers but guided by dignity, compassion, and action. Vijayalakshmi’s journey stands as one among many yet it carries a powerful truth: when awareness meets timely care, life can be given a second chance. *Name changed to respect patient confidentiality. For more details and support, please click here: www.vtsworld.org/healthcare

17+ years of service Below are highlights from 17 years of dedicated service in volunteering, community engagement, and making a meaningful impact in the lives of others. This journey has been fueled by the unwavering support of generous donors and the tireless efforts of compassionate volunteers. Your encouragement has made every step possible, and together, we've built stronger communities and touched countless lives. From organizing grassroots initiatives to supporting large-scale outreach programs, each moment has been a testament to the power of unity and service. As we reflect on this journey, we are filled with gratitude for every helping hand and every heart that believed in the cause. "The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." – Mahatma Gandhi Read our blog: A Retreat of Purpose: 17 Years of VT Seva and a Future Focused on Service Read blog Impact by numbers 4000+ Free meals served daily Each free meal served feeds more than hunger—every number represents dignity, care, and compassion in action. 400+ Digital Books Every digitized book opens a new chapter for the visually challenged—each number represents knowledge without barriers. 1,254 PVSA awards Each award honors youth commitment—every number celebrates a leader in the making. 3.3 Million Cancer Screenings Early detection of cervical cancer saves lives—each number represents a future protected. 25+ USA centers VT Seva centers across the USA drive local change—each number reflects a community empowered through service. 20+ Global Relief efforts Every relief effort brings hope in crisis—each number stands for lives supported in times of need. 2,600+ Visually Challenged Students Empowered Education opens new worlds for visually challenged children—each number reflects a life illuminated with hope. 75,000+ Volunters engaged Every volunteer and act of participation strengthens our collective impact—each number reflects unity in action. 168 Youth interns Every intern gains real-world experience—each number reflects a student empowered for the future. 4,684 Service events Every event organized brings communities together—each number marks a moment of meaningful impact. 12,500+ Underprivileged Students transformed Every child educated breaks the cycle of poverty—each number represents a future transformed. 500,000+ Volunteer Hours Every volunteer and hour fuels the mission—each number tells a story of selfless service. A few highlights Disaster Recovery 2015 Nepal Eathquake Devastating earthquake in Nepal in May of 2015 caused damage beyond imagination. VTSeva volunteers put together a relief package costing just $32 and collectively donated to the victims. Competitions Singing competitions Last decade marked going into organizing fund raising via various competitions. Pictured above is singing competition held in 2018 in Detroit. Grants 2018 PayPal Grant In Oct of 2018, PayPal granted $4000 to procure digital Colposcopes to aid cancer screening camps in India and Nepal. Special Needs Friends of children with special needs VTSeva Bayarea is regularly working with Friends of children with special needs. The volunteers took training and are supporting this organization, in the process learning how to work with children with special needs. Competitions 2018 Chess clubs and competition In 2017, VT Seva Charlotte started chess club as means of fund raising. In 2018, VT Seva Bayarea started chess competitions as well ! Grants 2012 Chase community Giving VTSeva came in 3rd in 2012 Chase community giving program out of 2500 that applied. 196 charities were selected by Facebook users and VTSeva won the popular vote coming in 3rd winning a grant of $100k. The funds were utilized for two projects (Care on wheels & Equip the underprivileged children with better education facilities and technology) Disaster Recovery 2015 Chennai / Cuddalore floods Raised $30,388.95 to support immediate and long term relief operations during Chennai / Cuddalore floods Recognition 2018 City recognitions In July of 2018, VTSeva was recognized by the City of Fremont for its contributions. Along with Fremont, California, VTSEVA received recognition from Dallas. Walkathon 2019 Suicide prevention walk In 2019, Seattle center of VTSeva conducted a 5K walkathon for suicide prevention.This was followed by a seminar. All funds raised were donated to NAMI - SEATTLE Education Free education to tribals VTseva sponsored schools in remote villages and provided free education, food to almost 3000 tribal children each yearly in last decade, which continues to help build a strong educational foundation to tribal children. Grant 2014, 2016 LinkedIn Grant In 2014 & 2016, VTSeva also received grants of $10k from Linkedin twice!. The LinkedIn grants were used to build and digitize education curriculum and for mobile application "Arogya Vikas". Games for Cause Playing for a cause Volleyball ? Cricket ? Chess ? Playing for a cause has became a favorite activity for volunteers. This has helped bring the community together and have some outdoor fun, while providing for charity !. Adopt a Street Adopt a Street Multiple branches of VTSeva worked with the local county offices and took up "Adopt a Street" program, in which volunteers periodically go and clean the street. City of Lewisville, City of Irving, City of Southlake, Bay area, Seattle, San Antonio are some of areas served by VTSeva. Walkathon 2015 Child obesity walkathon In 2015, VTSeva San Antonio held a child obesity walkathon with a mission to raise awareness and discuss preventative measures against childhood obesity, an epidemic affecting 40% of American children, through a 1 mile walk and informative lecture by Registered Dietician and exercise demonstrations by certified personal trainers. Homeless food donation Burritos, Lunch or Dinner Making burritos for lunch or preparing food for homeless shelter has been a regular activity at VTSeva centers. Youth volunteers most always call this the best fun activity they participate in. Who doesn't like making burritos ? Local heros recognition 2018 Bake sale to help local cops IN 2018, VT Seva North Jersey organized a holiday Bake sale at New York ferry station by volunteer Lauren to benefit the local cops. Disaster Recovery 2009 Andhra floods 5000 Flood Relief Kits, Flood relief kits to 10000 Families in 100 Villages. 300 Boats to Fishermen, Food and Free Medical Services_. Distributed 20Tons of Corn seeds worth of $100,000 to the Farmers(sufficient for 2500 Acre) Senior Living Visits Old age homes + Senior Living Going to Senior living or old age homes and providing help, support, serving food, reading books or simply playing a few games with the seniors are regular activities with most centers. Growth VTSeva grows to thousands of volunteers From a humble beginning of couple of hundred volunteers in 2008, VTSeva has grown to 23 centers in USA, with presence in 5 countries and thousands of volunteers worldwide. Disaster Recovery 2014 HudHud Cyclone Andhra Pradesh (India) Hudhud Cyclone Relief - Raised more than $30,000 USD and donated Rs. 10 lakhs ($17,000) for Chief Minister relief operations, volunteers distributed food & clothes for the people impacted. Food drives Canned food drive for Thanksgiving and Christmas Collecting canned food for homeless shelters began in Nov 2010 and continues to this date each year. Thousands of pounds of food is collected across all VTSeva centers and donated in last decade through generous volunteers and donors. Refugee Service 2017 Refugee service center visits In 2017, VTSeva Charlotte picked up teaching children at Refugee service center. A high-five to the volunteers! Yoga Day 2017 Yoga day with Baba Ramdev In 2017, VTSeva DC, teamed up with Ramdev Baba for yoga day celebrations. Disaster Recovery 2015 Hurricane Joaquin - South Carolina VTSeva volunteers donated $10,001 to support 1000 year flood 'Joaquin' in South Carolina. Disaster Recovery 2017 Hurricane Harvey - Katy area Hurricane Harvey caused major devastation. In Katy area, VTSeva volunteers delivered 300 meals, water, delivered hot lunches door to door and helped clean houses!. Apart from this, VT Seva donated $25,000 to Mayor of Houston and donated $10,000 to city of Rockport Food donation 2017 Record number of meals cooked In 2017, VTSeva - Virginia team helped cook a record 5400 meals for the homeless. Disaster Recovery 2013 Phalin Cyclone Relief Odisha (India) Phailin Cyclone Relief - Donated Lanterns (kerosene Lamps) to 600 families at Ganga Vihar, Kotha Buxipalli village Corporate Volunteering Microsoft micro volunteering VT Seva Seattle conducted a Micro volunteer program at Microsoft GIVE campaign. Nearly 40 people attended and with their help we made photo magnet frames with VTSeva sponsored kids pictures. Animal Shelter Animal Shelter Few of VTSeva centers picked up animal shelter activities in last decade. Disaster Recovery 2018 California fires Donated daily essential toiletries package and warm new blanket kits to the affected. Community Volunteering Community volunteering Holiday or no holiday, VTSeva volunteers across USA served at multiple community centers during Memorial day, Thanksgiving and other holidays. PVSA Presidential Volunteer Service awards (PVSA) VTSeva became a certifying organization for adminstering Presidential Volunteer service awards. More than 350+ youth volunteers received the award from the white house in last decade. Bood Drive Redcross blood drives VTSeva volunteers participated and also organized blood drives in collaboration with red cross. Special needs Working with special needs kids VT Seva, Cary volunteered at Miracle League's Base ball event in 2018, to assist and engage the special need kids to play the base ball tournament. Miracle League is an organization that conducts baseball tournaments to the special need kids and make those kids to feel proud to participate and win the game. Toy Homes ! 2018 Toy homes, shelter build for underserved In 2018, Bay Area center of VTSeva took up volunteering with Habitat for Humanity. The joy can be seen in the volunteers for building small homes and shelter for the underserved. Atlanta center also participated with Habitat for humanity. Garage sale donations Donations from garage sale Volunteers and donors alike got innovative by collecting funds via garage sale and donating it to VTSeva. Health Awareness Health awareness - International Yoga day To raise health awareness, VTSeva volunteers started to bring community together for International Yoga day !. Apart from this regular yoga workshops, teaching of Yoga, 30 day Yoga challenge are few other activities. Food drives Christmas food bank volunteering Each year in most all centers of VTSeva, volunteers reach out to food banks and help with food sorting. Education Books of Africa VT Seva Atlanta visited Books For Africa warehouse for sorting of books. Books for Africa is a program at nonprofit organization Hands on Atlanta to sponsor school books to African kids for their elementary, middle and High school education along with some leisure reading. Care in Cards Christmas greeting cards Minneapolis VTSeva young volunteers made greeting cards during Christmas of 2018 and donated to the local hospital. Fund Raising 2012 First fund raising event for tribal students New Jersey center of VTseva organized the first benefit event for education of 172 tribal students in April 2012 and named it as Vasantham. The annual events continues to this day, along with Tarangini (Texas), Utsav (Seattle), Bloom (Boston), Prerana (Charlotte), Mamatha (North Jersey) and Raaga (Bay Area) annual events. Bone Marrow Bone marrow drives Spreading awareness of bone marrow started off in 2011 in New Jersey center of VTSeva and continues to this day. Volunteers explain about bone marrow to potential donors and sign them up ! Visually Challenged Support Support to visually challenged children In last decade, VTSeva sponsored more than 2500 visually challenged children by providing free education, food and clothing. All of this was possible only by donations generated via events, sponsorships and generous volunteers. Competition Dance Competitions Dance competitions got added to events VTSeva supported across the nation, bringing additional awareness to VTSeva activities in addition to promoting culture. Donation 2018 Stanford small cell research donation In 2018 VTSeva donated $51,479 towards Stanford for small cell Carcinoma research in memory of Mr. Srini Eravelli. Grant 2013 United EcoSkies Grant In 2013, VT Seva received United EcoSkies grant of $5k, which VTSeva Houston used to raise environmental awareness and to make local Houston ISD schools greener. Science Fair Science fairs VTSeva Houston and Katy centers took the next level in creativity for a greater cause, and to serve mother Earth by starting the first ever science Fair in April of 2018. They continued the following year ! Science fairs continued with North Jersey and Dallas centers joining as well ! Disaster Recovery 2010 Haiti Earthquake relief In 2010, Boston center of VTSeva organized a benefit show by showing movie "Maya Bazaar" to the audience. All proceeds were donated to UNICEF to aid the children affected by the earthquake. Disaster Recovery 2017 Hurricane Harvey In response to Hurricane Harvey, VT Seva provided immediate relief by engaging more than 500 volunteers in relief efforts for 20 continuous days to serve 20,000 meals, clean 200 flood affected houses, distribute 100,000 water bottles and provide immediate medical guidance. $25,000 has been donated to Houston Mayor on December 1st, 2017. Donation by training Java and computer learning for high schoolers Teaching JAVA and othe computer science courses such as database and Hadoop was taken up as an activity by many volunteers. Disaster recovery 2011 Japan Tsunami Japan Tsunami Relief - VTSeva donated ~$44,000 USD to Japan Government. Mainichi Shimbun/Reuters Grant 2017 nVidia Grant VT Seva received a $50k grant from nVidia in 2017 to support 50 cancer screening camps aimed at preventing cervical and breast cancer in rural women in India and Nepal through VT Seva’s Bloom project. From Jan 1st, 2018 to Dec 28th, 2018, VT Seva organized 116 cancer screening camps raising awareness in more than 60,000 people and screened 10,602 women ! Competition Speech competitions Speech competitions have become a regular activity across many centers. These events are creating a competitive mindset and preparing the youth for the future. Environment 2019 First eco challenge In October of 2019, VTSeva organized a first ever eco challenge called as #motherearth. In this challenge youth volunteers were asked to come up with a project on environment and run it for 90 days. Seven teams reached the finals which were voted by volunteers and audience. "Death by Trash" received the most popular vote. Health awrareness Seminars on breast and cervical cancer Multiple seminars on breast and cervical cancer were organized by VTSeva centers throughout USA. Donation 2018 Packaging shoes ! Who would have thought packaging shoes as a volunteering activity ? VTSeva Detroit team in 2018 worked with a local church to package more than 500 pairs of shoes to be sent to children in Africa as a Christmas gift !. Environment Tree plantations and farm visits Many VTSeva centers picked up tree plantations and visit to farms as one of the activities to help with environment. Fun Picnic Just have fun - Annual picnic's Why not add fun via annual picnic's ? Volunteers love these annual picnic's. It brings the community together for talk, food, games, occasional yoga and fun !. Launch 2019 New Website In April of 2019, VTSeva moved to a new modern looking mobile friendly web-site, with low maintenance, centralized calendar event visibility and self serving event/ blog handling model to keep up with the growth. Disaster 2012 Hurricane Sandy Relief In Nov 2012, VTSeva volunteers donated 547 disaster relief boxes, 9000 meals and sorted clothes for kids.

All Events Join us at our upcoming events across the country. From walkathons and tournaments to community service and cultural celebrations. VT Seva Atlanta Summer Camp 2026 As the temperatures 🌞 rise, so does the excitement for our upcoming VT Seva Summer Camp 💫💥💫💥 Starting June 1st, the VT Seva Atlanta team is excited to launch our Online Summer Camp 2026 — an enriching program designed to inspire young learners, empower student leaders, and support a meaningful cause! 🌟🌟 Program Highlights 🎉 Elementary Program (Grades K–5) •⁠ ⁠6 classes per week for 8 weeks = 48 total sessions •⁠ ⁠Subjects include: Math (2), ELA (2), and Art (2) 🎉 Middle School Program (Grades 6–8) •⁠ ⁠6 classes per week for 8 weeks = 48 total sessions •⁠ ⁠Subjects include: Math (2), ELA (2), Python (1), and Autodesk Fusion (1) 🌟 Registration Fee: A one-time fee of $250 per student. All funds raised will support the education of blind and visually challenged students at Nethra Vidyalaya. 🎉 Let’s make this summer productive, meaningful, and fun — filled with learning, leadership, creativity, and service! Date: Time: Location: Atlanta Register VT Seva Digital Library for Blind and Print Disabled An initiative to convert books and print material into digital content that can be accessed by the blind and visually challenged indviduals. Date: Year Around Time: Year Around Location: Online More info VTS North Jersey - MAMATHA MAMATHA 2026 is the annual fundraising celebration organized by VT Seva North Jersey. It’s a special evening where youth volunteers present cultural programs, performances, and inspiring stories to support meaningful causes. The funds raised help: Support visually challenged students Provide education for tribal children Encourage youth leadership and service initiatives Join us for MAMATHA 2026 — celebrate, connect, and have fun while supporting a meaningful cause. Date: May 30, 2026 Time: 1:30 PM Location: Parsippany High School, 309 Baldwin Road, Parsippany, NJ -07034 Donate VT Seva Maryland SAMATHA 2026 Join SAMATHA Maryland Annual Event - Be the Reason Someone Smiles Tomorrow! Every act of kindness creates hope. By joining SAMATHA, you're not just attending an event, you’re becoming part of a movement that supports education, healthcare, and opportunities for those in need. ✨ Connect with compassionate individuals ✨ Celebrate the spirit of service ✨ Make a meaningful impact in the community ✨ Help transform lives through collective action Together, we can create brighter futures and stronger communities. Join SAMATHA Maryland Annual Event. Support. Serve. Inspire Date: June 20, 2026 Time: 11:30 AM - 6:00 PM Location: Linganore High School, 12013 Annapolis Rd, Frederick, MD - 21701 Donate VT Seva Bay Area RA:GA In the dynamic presence of our CEO, HH Chinna Jeeyar Swamiji, VT Seva Bay Area warmly invites you and your family to our Annual Event celebrating service, culture, youth leadership, and community impact on June 27, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM at Napredak Hall, San Jose, CA. Your support helps us serve underprivileged and visually challenged children through education and health initiatives. Kindly take a moment to complete the RSVP form below to help us plan the event arrangements. We look forward to welcoming you! Date: June 27, 2026 Time: 10:00 AM Location: Napredak Hall, San Jose, CA. RSVP VT Seva Cincinnati Chess Tournament Join the exciting VT Seva Cincinnati Chess Camp and sharpen your strategic thinking while supporting a great cause! ♟️ Whether you are a beginner or an experienced player, this camp is a wonderful opportunity to learn chess skills, improve concentration, build confidence, and connect with other enthusiastic students. Along with learning the game, participants will also get to know more about VT Seva’s service initiatives and community impact activities. Come learn, play, grow, and make a difference together through the power of chess and service! Date: JUNE 28, 2026 Time: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM Location: ISKCON, 8800 Governor Hills Dr, Cincinnati - 45249 Register Youth Club activities Past Events Filter by Location Select Location PAST EVENT 🌸 Celebrating Mother’s Day Through Service! 🌸 Location: Maryland June 5, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM The incredible women of VT Seva Maryland decided to celebrate Mother’s Day by giving back to the community they love and nurture every day! 🌿 Service in Action: Adopt-A-Road Cleanup 🌿 Led by Mrs. Deepa Parida, our dedicated volunteers spent Sunday morning clearing litter and debris to keep our community clean, safe, and green. A huge thank you to Branch Director Sobana Ji, Prasamsha Ji, Arti Ji, and Sandhya Ji for your hard work and leadership! ✨ Deepa Ji shares: "I had the privilege of leading this Adopt-A-Road initiative alongside such dedicated volunteers. Working together reinforced how powerful service can be — through teamwork and environmental stewardship, we make a real difference in our neighborhoods." Thank you to Deepa Ji and the entire team for showing how small actions create big impact. Read More PAST EVENT VT Seva Houston volunteers at Houston Council of Blind Location: Houston June 2, 2026 at 5:00:00 AM 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== Read More PAST EVENT Plarn making for plastic mats Location: Chicago May 31, 2026 at 5:00:00 AM On May 30th, VTSeva Chicago volunteers came together to reuse plastic bags into yarn for an organization called The Gratitude Generation. Using the yarn, they will make mats and donate them to the homeless shelter. Overall VTSeva volunteers made 8 balls of plastic yarn. Thank you to everyone who showed up and participated. Read More PAST EVENT Annual Walkathon for Free Cancer Screening Location: New Jersey May 31, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM On Sunday May 31st, more than 30 youth and adult volunteers gathered at Thompson Park in Monroe to participate in our charity Walkathon. All proceeds raised from today’s event will go directly toward funding free cancer screening camps for women in rural India. Event Highlights: Location: Thompson Park, Monroe Turnout: 30+ dedicated youth and adult volunteers Cause: Supporting healthcare and early cancer detection for women in rural India Thank you to everyone who took the time to participate, walk, and support this vital health initiative. Your involvement makes a meaningful difference. Read More PAST EVENT Adopt-a-Highway cleanup Location: Chicago May 25, 2026 at 5:00:00 AM On Monday, May 25, VTSeva volunteers came together to help clean the highway (Aptakisic Rd) adopted by VTSeva. Spending the morning picking up trash and helping keep the community clean, their hard work made a meaningful difference. Thank you to everyone who volunteered with us! Read More PAST EVENT Supporting the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen Location: New Jersey May 23, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM On Saturday May 23rd, 2026 our VT Seva volunteers spent the day serving at the Trenton Area Soup Kitchen (TASK). The team worked together to pack three trays of bread and assisted in serving meals to approximately 100 individuals. Following the meal service, volunteers stayed to clean and sanitize the dining area tables and chairs. Read More PAST EVENT volunteer at worthington food pantry Location: Columbus May 20, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM Volunteers were at Worthington food pantry to sort the donated food according to expiry dates Read More PAST EVENT Volunteering at CGFS Location: Columbus May 20, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM volunteering at CGFS free store and participated in serving and packing food Read More PAST EVENT VT Seva NJ volunteers for Trenton Soup Kitchen TASK Location: New Jersey May 16, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM 14 dedicated VT Seva NJ volunteers (10 youth and 4 adults) gathered at the Robbinsville Library to support neighbors facing food insecurity. This powerhouse team assembled 230+ PB&J sandwiches and prepared 600+ utensil packs! 🥪🍴 A massive thank you to our incredible volunteers for proving how much positive change we can achieve when we work together. Your hard work and teamwork are making a real difference! Location : Robbinsville, NJ Beneficiary: TASK Read More PAST EVENT Sort & pack at Northern Illinois Food Bank Location: Chicago May 9, 2026 at 5:00:00 AM On May 9th, 10 volunteers from Vtseva Chicago participated in a sorting/packing activity at Northern Illinois Food Bank. Volunteers spent their summer morning with packing 2000 pounds of green apples. We had couple new volunteers as well, who enjoyed the volunteering session and planned to be in future activities. Read More PAST EVENT VT Seva Detroit Youth Board Greeting Card Project Location: Detroit May 8, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM VT Seva Detroit wishes Happy Mother's Day to all the wonderful moms out there! As we turn to the season of celebration, it's important to keep those in mind who don't get to celebrate as much as we do. For Mother's Day 2026, VT Seva Detroit youths came together to create beautiful Mother's Day and thinking of your cards for the women of Manoogian Manor. These amazing ladies often do not get the chance to celebrate Mother's Day, and we are so grateful to have been able to make a difference in their lives and hopefully brighten their day as they are reminded that they are loved during this time of year. We love to see their smiles every year as they read through our cards and cannot wait to do this again next year! Read More PAST EVENT VTS Detroit - WIHI VTS Club - Teacher Appreciation Event Location: Detroit May 7, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM Wrote notes for WIHI teachers and passed them out during teacher appreciation week Read More PAST EVENT Dublin chamber of commerce community service day Location: Columbus May 2, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM volunteers participated along with the chamber of commerce Read More PAST EVENT YB GRATITUDE TO THE POLICE OFFICERS ROCK PAINTING PROJECT 2026 Location: Detroit April 26, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM Every year, VT SEVA Detroit takes a moment to express heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated police officers serving the Novi community. As a small gesture of appreciation, members visit the department each May, bringing along thoughtful goodies to thank the officers for their commitment and service. This year, the Youth Board members added a special, creative touch to the tradition. Demonstrating both talent and compassion, they hand-painted colorful rocks and crafted personalized cards to share with the officers. Each piece reflected a message of appreciation, making the gesture even more meaningful. Read More PAST EVENT VT Seva Maryland Hosts Successful 3rd Annual SAMATHA Math counts Competition Location: Maryland April 26, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM VT Seva Maryland Hosts Successful 3rd Annual SAMATHA Math counts Competition. It was a Huge Success! Aryan Krishna our Youth Lead who led the event writes the follow message, Thank you to all the wonderful students, parents, our dedicated education team, and amazing volunteers for being a part of VT Seva Maryland’s Samatha 3rd Annual Math Competition! Students - your effort, curiosity, and willingness to take on challenges made this event truly special. We loved seeing your enthusiasm for learning and problem-solving. Parents - thank you for your constant support and encouragement—it makes a huge difference and helps create a positive experience for everyone. A special shout out to our education team for supporting me in planning and organizing this huge event with over 40+ participants ranging from grades Pre - K to 5. Few special call outs~ Thank you Sobana auntie - for trusting and giving me this opportunity. This event has given me confidence to lead a successful event. Thanks to Prashamsa aunty - adult lead- for always being available for any questions and giving me feedback that paved the way for this event's success. Manasvi Divi - VT Seva Maryland Education branch president - in sharing your experiences conducting this event and helping me with poster. The insights gave the confidence to lead the event. Akul Pallerla - in mentoring me in all the steps to conduct an event and providing the guidance. I would also like to sincerely thank VTSeva Maryland volunteers for helping me conducting this event so seamlessly: Sanjay Guda, Aryan Shriramoju, Anay Pallerla, Prashamsa Muppavaram Auntie, Siddhartha Singh, Aditya Mulay, Aarush Alagashetty, Tejasvi Divi, Misha Nabeel, Keerthi Siripurapu, and Sudheer Kumar Shriramoju, Eshaan Konala , Akankasha Subramaniam, Divya Putthana. Your time, energy, and dedication truly made a difference, and I am so grateful for each one of you. Best Regards Aryan Krishna Vice President, Education branch VTSeva Maryland Read More View More

2024 Accomplishments Finding Inspiration in Every Turn This year has been an extraordinary year of meaningful impact, transformative change, and lasting progress, made possible by your unwavering support, generous donations, inspiring contributions, and heartfelt dedication. What we did 323 PVSA awards 239 Community Service activities 87 Total fundraising activities 62 Education activities 54 Environment activities 33 Healthcare activities 24 Webinars/Camps 13 Annual Events Year full of activities With the support of thousands of volunteers and donors, we had an incredibly impactful year filled with numerous activities dedicated to uplifting and empowering our community. Highlighting these efforts, 323 youth volunteers were honored with the President's Volunteer Service Awards, a testament to their unwavering dedication and inspiring spirit of volunteerism. "Volunteering is the heart of community, where small acts of kindness ripple into lasting impact, proving that together, we can create a better world." Impact by numbers We have a tremendous uplift in numbers from year before 35,000 + Youth volunteering hours 100,000+ Participants 550+ Total events 60,000+ Total Volunteer hours "Partnership is the bridge that connects hearts and hands, turning shared efforts into lasting impact and transforming communities together." We fostered new partnerships in 2024 Checkout our event log VT Seva Detroit Youth Board Greeting Card Project Branch Detroit May 8, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM VT Seva Detroit wishes Happy Mother's Day to all the wonderful moms out there! As we turn to the season of celebration, it's important to keep those in mind who don't get to celebrate as much as we do. For Mother's Day 2026, VT Seva Detroit youths came together to create beautiful Mother's Day and thinking of your cards for the women of Manoogian Manor. These amazing ladies often do not get the chance to celebrate Mother's Day, and we are so grateful to have been able to make a difference in their lives and hopefully brighten their day as they are reminded that they are loved during this time of year. We love to see their smiles every year as they read through our cards and cannot wait to do this again next year! Read More YB GRATITUDE TO THE POLICE OFFICERS ROCK PAINTING PROJECT 2026 Branch Detroit April 26, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM Every year, VT SEVA Detroit takes a moment to express heartfelt gratitude to the dedicated police officers serving the Novi community. As a small gesture of appreciation, members visit the department each May, bringing along thoughtful goodies to thank the officers for their commitment and service. This year, the Youth Board members added a special, creative touch to the tradition. Demonstrating both talent and compassion, they hand-painted colorful rocks and crafted personalized cards to share with the officers. Each piece reflected a message of appreciation, making the gesture even more meaningful. Read More VTS DET YB 2026 Clothing Drive Branch Detroit March 21, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM This March, VTSEVA Detroit Youth Board organized a clothing drive to support the *Destined for Greatness* organization, bringing together *22 dedicated youth volunteers* with a shared goal of giving back to the community. Thanks to their efforts, over *110 articles of clothing* were collected. These donations will help families in need access comfortable clothing for the summer season. Read More Adopt-a-Highway cleanup Branch Chicago May 25, 2026 at 5:00:00 AM On Monday, May 25, VTSeva volunteers came together to help clean the highway (Aptakisic Rd) adopted by VTSeva. Spending the morning picking up trash and helping keep the community clean, their hard work made a meaningful difference. Thank you to everyone who volunteered with us! Read More Plarn making for plastic mats Branch Chicago May 31, 2026 at 5:00:00 AM On May 30th, VTSeva Chicago volunteers came together to reuse plastic bags into yarn for an organization called The Gratitude Generation. Using the yarn, they will make mats and donate them to the homeless shelter. Overall VTSeva volunteers made 8 balls of plastic yarn. Thank you to everyone who showed up and participated. Read More Sort & pack at Northern Illinois Food Bank Branch Chicago May 9, 2026 at 5:00:00 AM On May 9th, 10 volunteers from Vtseva Chicago participated in a sorting/packing activity at Northern Illinois Food Bank. Volunteers spent their summer morning with packing 2000 pounds of green apples. We had couple new volunteers as well, who enjoyed the volunteering session and planned to be in future activities. Read More Celebrate with disabled kids @ SRACLC's Groovefest Branch Chicago April 24, 2026 at 5:00:00 AM Thank you to the VTSeva volunteers who spent their Friday evening on April 24 at the SRALC Groovefest. Helping out with decorations and setting up along with taking pictures and helping with cleaning up in the end, your efforts made a meaningful difference. Attendees had a good time dancing and participating in other activities. Thank you for those that volunteered with us Read More VTS Detroit - NFHS VTS Club - Day 2 School Club Detroit April 20, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM Small flowers, big meaning 💙✨ Our volunteering club spent the day making forget-me-not flowers for DAV to honor and remember those who have served. Grateful for the chance to create something meaningful together and give back to our community. Read More VTS Detroit - NFHS VTS Club - Day 1 School Club Detroit April 19, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM Small flowers, big meaning 💙✨ Our volunteering club spent the day making forget-me-not flowers for DAV to honor and remember those who have served. Grateful for the chance to create something meaningful together and give back to our community. Read More 🌸 Celebrating Mother’s Day Through Service! 🌸 Branch Maryland June 5, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM The incredible women of VT Seva Maryland decided to celebrate Mother’s Day by giving back to the community they love and nurture every day! 🌿 Service in Action: Adopt-A-Road Cleanup 🌿 Led by Mrs. Deepa Parida, our dedicated volunteers spent Sunday morning clearing litter and debris to keep our community clean, safe, and green. A huge thank you to Branch Director Sobana Ji, Prasamsha Ji, Arti Ji, and Sandhya Ji for your hard work and leadership! ✨ Deepa Ji shares: "I had the privilege of leading this Adopt-A-Road initiative alongside such dedicated volunteers. Working together reinforced how powerful service can be — through teamwork and environmental stewardship, we make a real difference in our neighborhoods." Thank you to Deepa Ji and the entire team for showing how small actions create big impact. Read More Annual Walkathon for Free Cancer Screening Branch New Jersey May 31, 2026 at 4:00:00 AM On Sunday May 31st, more than 30 youth and adult volunteers gathered at Thompson Park in Monroe to participate in our charity Walkathon. All proceeds raised from today’s event will go directly toward funding free cancer screening camps for women in rural India. Event Highlights: Location: Thompson Park, Monroe Turnout: 30+ dedicated youth and adult volunteers Cause: Supporting healthcare and early cancer detection for women in rural India Thank you to everyone who took the time to participate, walk, and support this vital health initiative. Your involvement makes a meaningful difference. Read More VT Seva Houston volunteers at Houston Council of Blind Branch Houston June 2, 2026 at 5:00:00 AM 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== Read More Load More