who runs it
Organizations running this strategy · 6
what it looks like in practice
Activities of orgs running this strategy
A sample of programmatic activities from the orgs above — what the strategy looks like on the ground.
- Education on Hindu Vedas and scriptures SAMSKAARAM INCdirect serviceProvides instruction and educational programs on the Hindu Vedas and sacred scriptures to promote understanding of Hindu religious texts.
- Funding nonprofit initiatives aligned with Hindu values SAMSKAARAM INCgrantmakingProvides charitable donations to other nonprofit organizations for programs and initiatives that align with its religious and cultural mission.
- Support for Hindu last rites (antyeshti) SAMSKAARAM INCdirect serviceSupports the performance of antyeshti, the final funeral rites according to Hindu tradition, including associated rituals and family guidance.
- Teaching Hindu samskaras and life-stage rituals SAMSKAARAM INCdirect serviceTeaches and guides individuals through Hindu samskaras, including sacraments, sacrifices, and rituals associated with stages of life and entry into ashramas.
- Promotion and preservation of spiritual studies and Eastern Vedic culture THE SPIRITUAL HEART AND CULTURAL CENTER INCdirect serviceEngages in activities that promote, advance, and contribute to the preservation of spiritual studies and Eastern Vedic culture and heritage.
- Spreading Hindu knowledge THE NAIR BENEVOLENT ASSOCIATION INCdirect serviceEngages in activities aimed at spreading Hindu knowledge, as stated in its IRS Form 990 filing.
- Provides religious and cultural programming with traditional Hindi, music, and dance classes BHAVANI SHANKARA MANDIRdirect serviceOffers ongoing religious and cultural activities including traditional Hindi language instruction, music, and dance classes for members of the Long Island community.
- Conducts daily deity worship and darshan rituals Albanay Hare Krishna Vedic Academy Incdirect servicePerforms daily deity worship rituals including morning mangala arati and offers darshan (deity viewing) to devotees at the temple.
- Coordinates cultural outreach and media production Albanay Hare Krishna Vedic Academy Incdirect servicePlans and coordinates cultural programs, book distribution efforts, and media production to support religious and community outreach.
- Distributes sanctified vegetarian meals and operates food relief programs Albanay Hare Krishna Vedic Academy Incdirect serviceProvides daily or weekly distribution of prasadam (sanctified vegetarian meals) to individuals in need, including weekly plant-based meal deliveries and catering for retreats and large gatherings.
- Leads devotional chanting and kirtan programs Albanay Hare Krishna Vedic Academy Incdirect serviceOrganizes and leads kirtan (devotional chanting) sessions as a core spiritual offering for community members and visitors.
- Offers structured religious education and philosophical study programs Albanay Hare Krishna Vedic Academy Incdirect serviceProvides daily and weekly classes on core Vedic texts including Srimad-Bhagavatam and Bhagavad-gita, along with special seminars and a structured program for small groups to study and practice Bhakti-yoga principles.
- Operates a temple for spiritual education, worship, and community events Albanay Hare Krishna Vedic Academy Incdirect serviceProvides a temple facility that supports daily worship services, spiritual education, performing arts, and social events as part of its religious and cultural mission.
- Organizes religious festivals and ceremonial events Albanay Hare Krishna Vedic Academy Incdirect serviceHosts major cultural and religious events including the Jagannath Ratha Yatra / Multicultural Chariot Festival, Narasimha Homam, Tulsi Shaligram Vivah, and Kartik Month observances with associated celebrations such as Kartik Purnima.
- Provides education in Vedic culinary practices Albanay Hare Krishna Vedic Academy Inccapacity buildingOffers workshops on Vedic cooking techniques, including spice blending and conscious food preparation, as part of its cultural and spiritual programming.
- Organizes Hindu religious events and cultural exchange programs UNITED HINDU SOCIETY USA INCdirect servicePlans and carries out religious ceremonies and cultural activities to promote Hindu traditions and community engagement.