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The Sewa in International, Houston , TX Chapter invites enthusiast individuals to come forward and help us in our initiatives. Enrol yourself as Volunteer.
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Sewa International is a Hindu faith-based, humanitarian, nonprofit service organization. Our vision is to serve humanity selflessly with compassion irrespective of race, color, religion, gender or nationality that create a positive impact. Our mission is to serve humanity in distress, aid local communities, run developmental projects for the underserved, and assist people in transformational change through the power of innovation by mobilizing partners, donors, and volunteers. We accomplish this mission by focusing our efforts towards:
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*How much to Donate* No amount is too small. But Your generous Sewa is extremely impactful because it provides resources that make an immediate impact . *Tax Benefits * The funds you donate will be tax deductible and a receipt will be issued by Facebook ! The proceeds from Facebook camping will be going to Sewa International ( a 501c3 not-for- profit org) and further the entire anoint will be sent to all the beneficiary soup kitchens and pantries. Your compassion can make all the difference in these trying times. Thank you for your generosity. Please donate and spread the word all around !
It is our pleasure to invite you to our Annual Banquet to thank our premier supporters and well-wishers like you. Your presence at our annual banquet will be invaluable and inspiring for Sewa volunteers to continue their work in the community.
Program Details:-
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St. Vincent House is a dedicated hospitality house that serves as a home away from home for families who struggle financially with the costs of hotels and food in order to be near a loved one who is hospitalized.
Sewa Indianapolis chapter prepares dinner once a month and Drops Breakfast for the next day.
It is our tiny effort to provide the comforts of home so that a family can maintain their daily rituals as much as possible amid tough circumstances.
If you want to join us in this effort and contribute small donation to buy food ingredients, please pay using this link to Sewa Account.
Sewa International LEAD- 2024- LA
Youth Engagement Program for High School Students
The LEAD program is designed to inspire and equip high school students with essential leadership skills while nurturing a strong sense of social responsibility. Our goal is to cultivate socially conscious leaders who not only excel academically but also actively contribute to creating a better world for all.
By participating in the LEAD program, you'll engage in hands-on volunteering, dynamic expert-led workshops, and thought-provoking speaker sessions.
General Eligibility: High School Students. Students should be sincere in their commitment to the values of Sewa with integrity and discipline.
Key program details include:
These experiences will ignite your leadership passion, enhance collaborative skills, and guide you in making meaningful community contributions.
As you embark on this remarkable journey, we invite you to complete the registration form. Your decision to join the LEAD program reflects your dedication to personal growth, cooperation, and positive impact. Together, we will shape a generation of leaders who make a significant difference.
Please Note:
Contact losangeles@sewausa.org for any questions.
International medical graduates aspiring to join the US healthcare system!
We invite you to participate in the EVOLVE mentorship program (Explore Virtue of Obeisance towards life by volunteering and educating), proudly presented by Sewa International USA's "Doctors For Sewa" Team
This program offers guidance from experienced physicians to help you achieve your dream of becoming a US healthcare professional. Through knowledge sharing, guidance, and webinars, we'll support you every step of the way.
International medical students who are applying for the US Residency program are eligible to apply for this EVOLVE program at free of cost.
Please apply here: https://sewausa.org/event-5651935
Deadline : July 30th, 2024
For any questions please write to dfs@sewausa.org
Mission: Empower the next generation of leaders through youth volunteering, providing opportunities for young people to develop their skills, build leadership, and make a positive impact on their communities.
What is a Sewa LEAD program?
Details of Certificates and Awards?
Is a fee involved?
What Activities are undertaken?
By participating in the LEAD Summer program, you'll engage in hands-on volunteering, dynamic expert-led workshops, and thought-provoking speaker sessions.
What is the time commitment for the program?
1-4 hours every week/weekend over next 1 year (Sep 2024 - Sep 2025)
Contact tampa@sewausa.org for any questions.
Please support Sewa Diwali initiative, which is focused on organizing food collection and other donation drives around the festival of Diwali. This drive will run from Sep 27th to Nov 10, 2024. More details are at
https://sewadiwali.org/states/Indiana
The funds raised from this portal will be used for procuring food Items that will be donated to local Shelters and the food pantries in Indianapolis Metro area.
Beneficiaries for this Year:
a) Mary Rigg Neighborhood Center
b) Boys and Girls Club of Indianapolis
c) Fueled for School
d) Welcome Basket
Please support Sewa Diwali initiative, which is focused on organizing food collection and other donation drives around the festival of Diwali. This drive will run from Sep 29th to Nov 22, 2024.
The funds raised from this portal will be used for procuring food Items that will be donated to local Shelters and the food pantries in Columbus Metro area.
a) Dublin Food Pantry
b) Nnemap Food Pantry
c) People in Need
To donate to Sewa Diwali Columbus, please click on register and enter your contact details, you will get an automated receipt from Sewa Intl once donation is complete.
LEAD 2024 - 2025
These experiences will ignite your leadership passion, enhance collaborative skills, and guide you in making meaningful community contributions. As you embark on this transformative journey, your registration reflects dedication to personal growth, cooperation, and positive impact. Join us in shaping a generation of impactful leaders.
Before you sign up, please spend a few minutes to go through the LEAD presentation.
Hear what our LEAD students have to say
Contact lead-ba@sewausa.org for any questions.
Contact sacramento@sewausa.org for any questions.
https://sewadiwali.org/states/Kentucky
The funds raised from this portal will be used for procuring food Items that will be donated to local Shelters and the food pantries in Kentucky Metro area.
LEAD Seattle 2024-25
Youth Engagement Program for High School Students (8th thru 12th Grade)
Program Info:
LEAD (Leadership) Program is a Sewa International Volunteer Development Program for High School students 8th thru 12th Grades.
It is designed for the wholistic development of the teenagers.
It provides a platform to the participants to serve the greater community and experience the joy of giving.
Program Objectives:
Program Details:
Contact seattle@sewausa.org for any questions.
To sign up for Tampa Sewa LEAD's fundraiser for "Sponsor A child" initiative,
1. Please register here.
2. Please pay $50 at this site: https://sac.sewausa.org/campaigns/tampa-sewa-lead-s-fundraiser-for-sponsor-a-child-initiative
3. Email the screenshot of payment to tampa@sewausa.org
The LEAD program is designed to inspire and equip high school students (8th Grade through 12th Grade) with essential leadership skills while nurturing a strong sense of social responsibility. Our goal is to cultivate socially conscious leaders who not only excel academically but also actively contribute to creating a better world for all.
Contact lead-southjersey@sewausa.org for any questions.
Sewa International - Pennsylvania/Delaware
LEAD PA/DE 2025 - Leadership Program for High School Students
General Eligibility: High School Students ( in or incoming), i.e, current 8th, 9th, 10th and 11th graders. Only students who are sincerely committed to the Sewa mission should apply.
Selection Criteria: Limited seats, on first come first serve basis.
Application Deadline: January 1st, 2025 (will close early if we reach capacity)
Please Note: Each applicant must be accompanied by an adult volunteer, who can participate in the Sewa LEAD activities. Adult volunteers are mandated to participate 4 hours every month for mentoring the youth (youth volunteers could be prevented from attending activities if adult volunteers do not participate).
The Sewa in International,East Bay Area, CA Chapter invites enthusiast individuals to come forward and help us in our initiatives. Enrol yourself as Volunteer.
Sewa International LEAD- 2025- DFW
Contact dallas@sewausa.org for any questions.
To know more about LEAD program, watch the Sewa LEAD Video
Contact lead-detroit@sewausa.org for any questions.
(LEAD - Leadership, Education And Development)
General Eligibility: Incoming and Current High Schoolers (Grade 8-12). All participants should always exhibit commitment to the values of Sewa and act with integrity and discipline.
Program Dates : November 1, 2024 to October 31. 2025
Selection Criteria: Limited seats; enrolled on a first-come first-serve basis. Open to all nationalities, religious and ethnic backgrounds.
Registration Fee: $100 per student
Registration Deadline: January 20, 2025
Commitment : Each participant is expected to commit to at least 100 hours of volunteering.
NOTE: All the LEAD participants are requested to sign Austin waiver form (https://docs.google.com/document/d/1iRnPDTq1UpIwxrZ7hTb5fzTn2qNwrN0E/edit?usp=drive_link&ouid=102051643090820727032&rtpof=true&sd=true) and send it to sewaaustin.lead@gmail.com
Here is a sample list of activities:
9/11 #Sewadayofservice
1. Highway and Park Cleanup, as part of #ServeAustin
2. Environment and Sustainability - tree planting, mulching in greater Austin parks. #VasundharaSewa
3. Create your own DIY initiative to address community needs.
4. #SewaDiwali Food Drive
5. Fundraising to support Sewa Projects
6. Grocery and hot meals distribution for people-in-need, as part of #ServeAustin
7.International projects such as Sponsor-A-Child and SHE-CAF programs
8. Design to Lead (DTL), an initiative under LEAD. The program aims to expose our youth to socially conscious leadership principles through Stanford University’s Design Thinking methodology.
In order to apply, please use the register button.
Registration Fee: $100 once accepted (fees will be donated to Sewa International)
As a part of the LEAD program, the youth are provided with opportunities to participate and / or lead various activities and to earn volunteering hours.
Students who complete the LEAD program may be eligible for Presidential Volunteer Service Award (PVSA)*.
*Student eligibility depends on their citizenship status. Per guidelines on this website, only permanent residents and US citizens can apply for the PVS Award. All students will receive Sewa International volunteering certificate as proof of their contributions.
Sewa Bay Area Annual Banquet 2024
Serving Families, Empowering Communities, Shaping the future!
We cordially invite you and your family to the 2024 Sewa Bay Area Annual Banquet to celebrate our efforts in serving the local community.
Please Note: This registration is exclusive to Sewa PVSA Recipients for 2023-2024 and their family members; non-recipients risk cancellation.
Date: Saturday, November 23rd, 2024
5 - 6 PM: Networking
6 - 9 PM: Sewa Banquet/DinnerLocation: Oshman Family Jewish Community Center (OFJCC)
3921 Fabian Way, Palo Alto, CA, 94303
We truly appreciate your generosity in supporting our collective efforts towards making our communities a better place for the underserved.
Sewa has been at the forefront of humanitarian service tackling unprecedented global challenges. Our mission is to serve humanity in distress and aid local communities. Here are some areas of our impact in the Bay Area.
Guest Speaker
Colin Boyle
Lecturer at the Haas School of Business at U.C. Berkeley
Evening Musical Extravaganza
by World Record Holder
Neil Nayyar is a singer, multi-instrumental who can play over 130 instruments. He holds two world records for the highest number of instruments played. He is set to release his debut album, "Breaking Barriers”, which will be submitted for Grammy consideration.
Sewa Advisors and Supporters
Serving families, Empowering communities, Shaping the future!
6 - 9 PM: Sewa Banquet/Dinner/Entertainment
Location: Oshman Family Jewish Community Center (OFJCC)
We truly appreciate your generosity in supporting our
collective efforts towards making our communities
a better place for the underserved.
We would love to see you at the banquet!
Register Here
Sewa has been at the forefront of humanitarian service tackling unprecedented global challenges.
Our mission is to serve humanity in distress and aid local communities.
Here are some areas of our impact in the Bay Area.
Sewa Advisors and Supporters:
Donate
Contact sandiego@sewausa.org for any questions.
Sewa Chicago LEAD 2025
Eligibility for LEAD: Incoming and Current High Schoolers (Grades 8-12)
Eligibility for Design To Lead (DTL): Minimum 1 year experience with LEAD and currently in Grade 9 or above
Program Dates : December 2024 to October 2025
Registration Fee: $100 per student. $75 for each sibling
Registration Deadline: Sunday, November 24, 2024
Sewa Milan - LEAD Kickoff: Saturday, December 7, 2024
Commitment: All participants should exhibit commitment to the values of Sewa and act with integrity and discipline always. Each participant is expected to commit to at least 100 hours of volunteering. Parents need to commit to being the activity coordinator for at least 2 activities during the program and need to continuously support their children. Each DTL participant needs to commit to consistent participation in the weekly learning sessions. Parents of DTL participants need to be a mentor for their child's team on a rotational basis.
Benefits: As part of the LEAD program, young adults are provided with opportunities to participate and / or lead various activities and to earn volunteering hours. Sewa International will provide certificates as well as a recommendation for The President's Volunteer Service Award (PVSA) for qualified participants. Volunteering hours accumulated through LEAD activities will only be counted.
1. Environment and Sustainability
2. Health Drives
3. Food Drives
4. DIY initiatives
5. Design To Lead (DTL) - Apply design thinking to identify a social issue, develop solutions, and implement them
6. Fundraising to support Sewa Projects and local organizations
7. Holistic individual development including career, yoga and meditation
All LEAD participants are required to sign the waiver during registration to be able to participate.
For general questions, please refer to the FAQ here.
Contact lead-chicago@sewausa.org for any questions.
We invite you to participate in this 5k event being done to encourage physical fitness and balanced lifestyle in our communities.
Detailed instructions and directions will be sent to registered participants before the event. Every individual needs to register separately, as we need to know exact head count to plan for the logistics.
Walk-in's are NOT allowed, registration is mandatory
Register Today!
Join us for an enchanting evening of live musical performances at the Sewa Boston Gala Fundraiser, "Sound of Giving." The event will feature breathtaking performances by renowned artists including Sankar Gangaikondan, Raghu Saranathan, Sharanya Sarkar Verma, and Meena Sundaram. Enjoy the mesmerizing melodies and uplifting rhythms while supporting a meaningful cause.
Purpose of the Fundraiser: All proceeds from this event will go towards supporting Sewa International's flagship projects. These initiatives include providing essential services such as disaster relief, healthcare, education, and empowering underserved communities in both the United States and globally. Your contribution will make a significant impact in helping those in need and furthering Sewa’s mission of selfless service.
Contact Information: For more details or to reserve your spot, please reach out to:
Don't miss this wonderful opportunity to enjoy a captivating musical experience while making a positive difference!
Inviting Sponsor a Child 2024 Sponsors and Key Volunteers (and their families) for an evening of fun.
Annual Fundraising Gala - HELP - "Help Every Live Prosper" to be held at
India Oven
1315 S Gilbert Rd #5204, Mesa, AZ 85204
To donate a different amount than what is listed on event registration link - www.sewausa.org/donate and mention Phoenix Chapter Gala in notes
To know more about other Sewa Programs, visit Houston Chapter Website
Event Rules and Guidelines : sac.sewausa.org/danceidol25-guidelines
This is your opportunity to bring out the best in you, have fun dancing with your friends and family and of course win one of the 100+ trophies.
Profile of Honorable judges who have dedicated their expertise and time to this cause. : Coming Soon
Key Contributors who have dedicated their expertise and time to this cause : Comin Soon
Sewa is working relentlessly to invest and bring out the best in your children; Please support Sewa's children as well by sponsoring their education. Let's work together on this symbiosis
Sponsor a Child (SaC) Donation
Please CLICK HERE to sponsor-a-child for a year ($360) or visit sac.sewausa.org
Please DO NOT click on Donate button on the top of this page.
Sponsor a Child (SaC) Information
Business Sponsors
The event is possible because of generosity of our business sponsors. Please consider supporting them with giving them preference during purchases.
Please contact us to advertise and reach to entire desi community.
“Mangala Nidhi” roughly translates to “auspicious welfare” in Sanskrit. It is a great way to involve your family and friends in financially contributing to our organization’s work during your family events. It is inspired by the Hindu ethos of sharing our life’s joyous and auspicious moments with society, and a practical medium to channel our personal and family happiness towards community and social responsibility.
Instructions:
Lead is a engagement program for current High School students & College youth. Through this program, students interact with community leaders and successful professionals through engaging symposiums and field visits throughout the months of June and July.
Volunteer for Hurricane Harvey
Huston Shelter Service Volunteers
If you have not yet registered, sign up with Sewa International.
Lead Houston is an annual summer internship program for high school students. This program offers students the opportunity to directly serve the community, learn from leading members of the Houston area, and develop skills that can be carried throughout their educational and professional careers.
Thank you for visiting the SEWA project. We highly appreciate your interest in knowing about the work SEWA does for helping those who need it. To improve our efforts we ask you to please provide us your feedback on your visit. Please enable us to do better. Thank you. Don’t forget to share photos with us at sewayatra@sewausa.org
Get Inspired Houston (GIH) is an annual summer internship program offered to young adults and college/university students geared towards assisting the welfare of immigrant and refugee communities.
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