- 4 days ago
Dear supporters of Sevalaya USA,
Thanks to the incredible generosity of our supporters, we have had a busy and impactful season. From upgrading technology for students to ensuring the safety of our seniors, your support is greatly appreciated.
Here is a look at the latest grants, project updates, and success stories. We are proud to report a 100% academic pass rate for our students during the last academic year! Our star students include Akshya & Remila who were both honored for exceptional board exam scores (466/600 and 464/600).
With a $5,000 grant dedicated to bridging the digital divide, we funded the refurbishment of 39 laptops, which will support vocational training in computer applications and office productivity at Sevalaya’s Community Colleges. Students now have access to digital audio libraries and e-learning platforms. With a generous donation of $5,882, a donor sponsored the tailoring course at Mahakavi Bharathiyar Community College, empowering 39 rural and tribal youth, especially women. Our commitment to the elderly continues to grow. A new $1,800 Infrastructure Grant is being used to install security and monitoring systems at senior homes in Dharmapuri and Zamin Endathur. This ensures 24/7 safety, timely medical intervention, and peace of mind for residents and their families.
With a large grant from the Give Foundation, the “Elderly Lives Matter” program supported 64 direct beneficiaries with medical access, counseling, and spiritual engagement. Beneficiary spotlights include Mr. Srinivasan (90), who stays active by preparing thousands of medical covers for the local health center and Mrs. Sasikala and Mrs. Rajeshwari, who have overcome loneliness by finding joy in volunteering at the community kitchen. The “Mission No Child Homeless” Program provided shelter, healthcare, and summer camps for 97 children. Bharath V.N., a seven-year resident has transformed from a shy introvert into a passionate artist and aspiring anime developer.
We continue to focus on the basics of life: good food and mental health. We have sent grants to upgrade the kitchen at the Kasuva Center to provide protein-rich meals and sponsor special meals across five locations, including Kasuva, Chengalpattu, and the Nilgiris on Dec 26th.
With a generous grant, a family has sponsored the Manjula Meraki Mental Health Clinic at the Kasuva Campus, serving students, seniors, and rural women.
We had a fantastic turnout on September 28th at Sevathon 2025 with 40 participants! It was wonderful to connect with supporters like Usha Sundar of the Hi-5 Youth Foundation, which sponsors basketball gear and coaching for students at the Kasuva Center.
Locally, our annual drive for San Jose Family Supportive Housing was a success. We donated comforters, diapers, blankets, and snacks to support families moving from crisis to stability. Thank you for your thoughtfulness!
It is always special when our supporters see the work on the ground. Ashna Sreeram (8th grade) and Arnav Sreeram (10th grade), two students from the US who raised funds for Sevalaya, recently visited the campus and volunteered 60 hours at the Kasuva Center, teaching math to the students.
Murali Iyengar, our Board Advisor, and his daughter Maya paid a visit to the Kasuva Center. Maya says, “I've been meeting virtually every week with a group of around 10 students to help with their spoken English learning. During my trip to Sevalaya, I finally got to meet them in person, put faces to their names, and connect with them on a deeper level.”
Thank you all for being the backbone of these initiatives. None of this is possible without you.
We are also looking for volunteers to join our team. For additional information, please visit us online at sevalaya.us and facebook.com/SevalayaUSA.
Sincerely,
The Sevalaya Team
