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The Sewa in International, Los Angeles, CA 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 !
The Sewa International, Indianapolis Chapter invites enthusiast individuals to come forward and help us in our initiatives. Enrol yourself as Volunteer.
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.
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The Sewa in International, invites enthusiast individuals to come forward and help us in our initiatives. Enrol yourself as Volunteer.
The Sewa International invites enthusiast individuals to come forward and help us in our initiatives. Enroll yourself as Volunteer.
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.
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.
LEAD 2025
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.
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.
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.
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Contact sanantonio@sewausa.org for any questions.
LEAD Seattle 2025-26
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.
LEAD 2025 - 2026
Key program details include:
Hear what our LEAD students have to say
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.
Every month LEAD should attend mandatory Inperson/zoom meeting and LEAD collaboration sessions that offers opportunity to network, share ideas and connect with other LEADs
Sewa International is an authorized organization for applying for president Volunteer Service Award, but PVSA is temporarily paused by CNCS/Points of Light.
LEAD/Parents, who consistently fail to adhere to LEAD program guidelines will be removed from the program.
Contact lead-detroit@sewausa.org for any questions.
Sewa International LEAD- 2026- DFW
General Eligibility: High School Students. Students should be sincere in their commitment to the values of Sewa with integrity and discipline.
These experiences will ignite your leadership passion, enhance collaborative skills, and guide you in making meaningful community contributions.
Contact dallas@sewausa.org for any questions.
To know more about LEAD program, watch the Sewa LEAD Video
Contact Indianapolis@sewausa.org for any questions.
Therapeutic Yoga for Diabetes
Benefits include:
Registration Fee: $150 (Fully refunded upon attending at least 80% of the sessions)
️Last date to register: February 7th
For questions, contact: 832-677-3963 yoga-programs@sewausa.org
Last Date to register is 20th Feb
Couples Category: Dancing may not come naturally to many spouses, so to keep the experience fun and encouraging while recognizing individual talents, awards will be presented in six different categories instead of traditional 1st, 2nd, and 3rd rankings. Examples include Most Energetic Performance, Most Innovative Choreography, Best Expression & Emotions, and more
Milwaukee Contest Schedule and timings:
Contest would begin sharp 9:30 AM. Here is the lineup.
Session 1: Classical and Semi-Classical- 10am - 1:30pm. (Sign-in 9:30 am)
Prize Ceremony - 1:30 pm - 2 pm (including time to decide winners)
Session 2: Folk and Bollywood - 2- to 5:30 pm. (Sign-in 1:30 pm)
Prize Ceremony - 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm (including time to decide winners)
Assumptions: It would take an estimated 30 min to decide session winners.
These timings approx. since this is the 1st time we are doing Dance Idol. Timings might very 30 min here and there based on how it goes. Please plan to arrive in your session timeslot.
Dance Groups
Spouses only.
Note: 2 people dancing together is not Couple, it's still a group. There is no separate duet round.
Dance Styles
Very Important Event Rules and FAQs : sewausa.org/danceidol26-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.
Links to all Dance Idol locations and fliers: Milwaukee Dance Idol 26 - sewausa.org/mke-danceidol26
Madison Dance Idol 26 - sewausa.org/msn-danceidol26
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.
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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
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Celebrate Holi. Change a Life. Join us at Los Angeles Holi 2026—a day of colors, music, laughter, and hope. This Holi, your joy can become a child’s future through SEWA USA’s Sponsor a Child initiative.
Music | Colors | Fun Campus Canyon Park, Moorpark
️ Sat, March 7 | 11 AM
See how your participation touches lives: Sponsor A Child (SAC) ✨ Come celebrate. Come serve. **Together, let’s color a child’s future
Last Date to register is 27th Feb
Contest would begin sharp 10:30 AM. Here is the lineup.
Session 1: Classical and Semi-Classical- 10:30am - 1:30pm. (Sign-in 10:00 am)
Prize Ceremony - 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm (including time to decide winners)
Session 2: Folk and Bollywood - 1:30- to 4:30 pm. (Sign-in 1:00 pm)
Prize Ceremony - 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm (including time to decide winners)
Timings might very 30 min here and there based on how it goes. Please plan to arrive in your session timeslot.
Organized by the Sewa Boston Chapter, Nrityameva Jayate 2026 is an exciting dance competition celebrating the rich diversity and cultural heritage of Indian dance forms. This vibrant event brings together talented performers of all ages, showcasing classical and non-classical dance styles.
All proceeds from the event will support Sewa International’s SHE (Sanitation, Hygiene, and Empowerment) programs, helping empower communities and improve lives through education and health initiatives.
Join us for an unforgettable evening filled with rhythm, energy, and artistry while making a meaningful impact!
RULES AND GUIDELINES
1) 5 years and older can participate in the dance competition
2) Minimum number of participants in a group must be 5. Please register as a group and send us the full names and age.
3) Participation in the competition is limited to students only. Teachers are not permitted to participate, and any entry involving a teacher will be excluded from the competition
4.1) For dance performance duration in each category please see the below table:
**Please note all performance durations include the time for setting up of props and cleaning up after the performance
4.2) For Singing performance duration in each category please see the below table:
5) Each performance is limited to a maximum of three (3) props. Use of additional props will result in a deduction of points.
Solo Entry: $20
Group Entry: $50 per group (maximum 3 members per group)
Please note: Groups with more than 3 participants are not allowed.
Rules -
Classical:
Maintaining pitch (shruthi)
● How well is the participant singing in pitch and with the shruthi?
Rhythm (taalam, beat)
● Is the participant singing with the taalam and maintaining rhythm while
singing?
Gamakas/Sangathees/Brigas
● Is the participant signing gamakas with clarity?
● Is the participant differentiating between sagathees?
Presentation
● Is the participant pronouncing words correctly?
● (Group only) Are the participants relatively in sync?
Quality of aalapana
● How well is the participant recovering from mistakes?
● Is the participant involved in their performance and do they engage the
audience
6) We have an esteemed panel of judges who will be judging the dances based on the judging rubric that will be shared with the choreographers. All decisions will be final.
7) Food will be sold on-site during the event and will be available to both students and teachers.
All proceeds from the event will support Sewa International’s SHE (Sanitation, Hygiene, and Empowerment)programs, helping empower communities and improve lives through education and health initiatives.
Note : Guests are welcome to arrive and leave at any time; there is no requirement to stay for the full duration.
Each performance is limited to a maximum of three (3) props. Use of additional props will result in a deduction of points.
We invite you to participate in the celebration of International Day of Yoga and 5k Walk / Run event being done to encourage physical fitness and balanced lifestyle in our communities.
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
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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.
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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.
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.
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