2. http://www.sewausa.org DFW Project Objectives Immediate material needs (completed) –Warm jackets for winter –Blankets and comforters –Toys for children Self-sufficiency –Mobility (driving licenses, automobiles) –Employment (resumes, interview skills, jobs) –Familiarity with American institutions, facilities Cultural preservation –Maintain religious & cultural traditions while learning the best of American culture –Transmit knowledge of and pride in their religious values to children –Transmit knowledge of Nepali language to children –Document and preserve their unique history

3. http://www.sewausa.org Sewa DFW Accomplishments First volunteer group to contact Bhutanese 350 blankets/comforters distributed 10+ clothing items per family Toys distributed during holidays (2008 and 2009) Driving lessons for 20 individuals Funds collection Successful partnering with local organizations: –Sanatana Dharma Foundation –Ekta Mandir –NTHM, HSS, etc. And more…

4. http://www.sewausa.org Gita Jayanti at Ekta Mandir Held on Dec. 20, 2009 400+ Bhutanese in attendance Ekta Mandir provided –Hall –Prasadam –Toys for children/teens –Space for breakout sessions All logistics handled by Sewa/SDF volunteers Commitment from temple for transportation & free classes for children

5. http://www.sewausa.org Whom to Contact Dallas Rajesh Verma rverma2001@yahoo.com Cell: 214-697-5663 Fort Worth Sachin Sugandhi sachin.sugandhi@gmail.com Cell: 817-575-7513