Upahara

Upahara is an initiative that connects communities across the U.S. and India to support children and adults in India who need it most.

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Sri Ganesh Temple

Organized 2 food drives.
Distributed food to 400+ people.

Pullmadhi School

Donated 50 pounds of books.

Janahitha Seva Trust

Donated $1000 to sponsor an interactive educational panel to enhance learning opportunities.

Sadhana Welfare

Sponsered and Assisted with coloring & independence day activities.
Donated 50 pounds of clothing & books.
Donated $450 to provide basic necessities for the school like a printer, shoes, ceiling fans, and water dispensers.

Tapash’s Society For A Smile

Donated $350 in sensory toys, therapy materials, educational learning aids, art and craft supplies, puzzles, communication cards, and other developmental resources.

USA Numbers

McDonogh Chapter

McDonogh Chapter
Funds Raised: $350
Bracelets: 50
Team: Shravya Reddy and Maya Shah
Featured Events: Bake Sale, Bracelet Making Workshop, Clothing Drive, Good For You Book Drive
Impact: Collaboration with McDonogh's Greatest Good

North Carolina Chapter

North Carolina Chapter
Funds Raised: $20
Posters: 424 Mental Health Awareness Posters Distributed
Featured Events: Bake Sale, Community service event at NC Crisis Assistance Ministry with 38 participants, "Kindness Kits Drive"
Impact: Connected with the Mecklenburg/Cabarrus County Board of Commissioners, the Cabarrus Mecklenburg Youth Council (CMYC), the UNC Charlotte (UNCC)

Liberty High School Chapter

Liberty High School Chapter
Bracelets: 10
Team: Muraari Tunuguntla, Sahasra Kavali, Vedik Kavali
Featured Events: Bracelets Event

Texas Chapter

Texas Chapter
Funds Raised: $206
Team: Rishita Baachu (VP) and Kudana (Social Media)
Featured Events: Pani Puri Stand
Impact: Shared Awareness to Over 100 People

Bryn Mawr Chapter

Bryn Mawr Chapter
Funds Raised: $104
Bracelets: 100
Team: Neeva Patel, Manal Kalyanaram, Svara Shroff, Diya Gandhi
Featured Events: Bracelet Making Workshop, Bake Sale, Henna Fundraiser

New York Chapter

New York Chapter
Funds Raised: $12
Bracelets: 22
Team: Havin O
Featured Events: Bracelet Sale

Upahara: Bracelets & Cards

Empowered participants of all ages, including young children (ages 5–10), creating 30+ personalized cards and 200+ handmade bracelets to bring joy to children in Upahara's partnered non-profits.

About Us

Sadhana Welfare

In partnership with Sadhana located in Hyderabad, we work closely with intellectually challenged individuals in India. Rooted in compassion and community, our volunteer-led programs create joyful, inclusive spaces where every person is encouraged, engaged, and celebrated.Donated $450 to provide basic necessities for the school like a printer, shoes, ceiling fans, and water dispensers.

Sri Ganesh Temple

In partnership with the Sri Ganesh Temple in Hyderabad, we sponsor food drives and annadanams, using the tradition of shared meals to unite communities and extend care to those we serve.Organized 2 food drives and Distributed food to 400+ people.

Pulimamadi School

In partnership with Pulimamadi School located in Hyderabad, we work directly with the school which supports and provides educational structure for students who need it most. Rooted in compassion and community, our volunteer-led programs create joyful, inclusive spaces where every person is encouraged, engaged, and celebrated.Donated 50 pounds of children's books to fill their library.

Janahitha Seva Trust

In partnership with Janahitha Seva Trust located in Hyderabad, we work closely with intellectually challenged individuals in India. Rooted in compassion and community, our volunteer-led programs create joyful, inclusive spaces where every person is encouraged, engaged, and celebrated.Donated $1000 to sponsor an interactive educational panel to enhance learning opportunities.

Tapash’s Society For A Smile

In partnership with Tapash's Society For a Smile located in Hyderabad, we work closely with intellectually challenged individuals in India. Rooted in compassion and community, our volunteer-led programs create joyful, inclusive spaces where every person is encouraged, engaged, and celebrated.Donated $350 in sensory toys, therapy materials, educational learning aids, art and craft supplies, puzzles, communication cards, and other developmental resources.

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Bhavya Reddy

Founder

Shravya Reddy

Founder & Director (Upahara Heritage Kitchen)

Aarush Ala

Delaware State Representive

Vibishaa Prakash

North Carolina State Representive

Tahirah Collins

New York State Representative

Advitha Chilukuru

Texas State Representative

Anissa Shah

Founder

Diya Gandhi

Maryland State Representative

Shivani Tunuguntla

Founder & Director (Samhati)

Hashika Faria

Design Manager

Priyanka Sarker

Social Media Manager

Minahil Jamali

Social Media Manager

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Upahara Heritage Kitchen

A cultural food initiative rooted in family, tradition, and service.Upahara Heritage Kitchen is a program that preserves traditional family recipes, especially those passed down by elders, while using food as a tool for community connection and impact.Through storytelling, cooking, and shared meals, we honor cultural heritage and transform it into meaningful service opportunities, educational experiences, and fundraisers that support communities in India.

The Culture in Cooking:
The Reddy Family Cookbook

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Upahara x Greater Baltimore Temple

Upahara x Greater Baltimore Temple
is a collaboration with the Bal Vihar program that educates the younger generation on the importance of giving back to their community and raising mental health awareness. Through a pen-pal buddy system, this initiative connects youth in the U.S. and India to foster meaningful global relationships.

Upahara x ATA

Upahara x ATA
A collaborative initiative with the American Telugu Association (ATA), particularly the ATA Youth Conference, focused on engaging the youth through philanthropy. By driving sales for The Reddy Cookbook and fundraising, the project raised $200 while teaching young participants the value of community support, cultural connection, and fundraising for a cause.

Upahara Seva Collective

Upahara Seva Collective
empowers youth-led volunteer and non-profit groups to serve with purpose by connecting culture, collaboration, and community-driven action to create lasting impact in India.

Currently in collaboration with Samahati, a youth-led group which is founded by Shivani Tunuguntla.

Samahati is still in progress. Check back soon for updates!

Currently in collaboration with a nonprofit regarding mental health in India, a youth-led group which is founded by Svara Shroff.

This nonprofit is still in progress. Check back soon for updates!