In 1967, Tom Anderson was studying at UC Berkeley when he was exposed to Eastern religions and the consciousness-expanding zeitgeist of the 60s. As a result, he found a way to travel across Asia through India and Nepal. “Deep travel like this has the power to reveal the connected humanity of people everywhere,” he said.
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Eric’s connection to Seva began decades ago in New York, when he encountered Ram Dass and the teachings of Neem Karoli Baba. “A zing went through me,” he recalls, “a moment that felt like, bam! Recognition.” What drew him in wasn’t just the mission, but the consciousness behind it: the idea that doing good in the world starts with where you stand internally.
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More than 450 enthusiastic guests filled Portland’s Patricia Reser Center for the Arts to attend Soor Aur Saptak (SAS), a benefit for Seva Foundation. This year SAS completed its 14th consecutive production, which brought color, energy, and joy to the evening.
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Rich founded The Society of Professional Singles decades ago and has been nudging Cupid ever since. Every year, he hosts over 50 mixers, trips, and parties where people meet face-to-face, just like in the good old days. But here’s the twist – every event doubles as a fundraiser for Seva.
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If you’ve got a special occasion coming up and feel like you’ve got enough stuff, consider a Facebook fundraiser for Seva. Whether it’s a birthday, anniversary, or holiday, it’s the perfect way to celebrate while making a meaningful impact.
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Glasses have been part of Carole Blank’s life since she was a kid. So imagine her delight, make that astonishment, when a cataract surgery gave her 20/20 vision in one eye.
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It was raining in Portland, OR, but the Balaji Temple was aglow with partygoers wearing traditional Indian colors: saffron yellows, scarlets, and magentas. Onstage was Indian-American singing group Soor Aur Saptak (SAS) holding its 12th annual concert benefiting Seva.
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In the early 70s, a series of experiences – from reading Ram Dass’s “Be Here Now,” to being a fan of The Grateful Dead, to learning about Wavy Gravy – led Terrie Velasquez to Seva. She’s a firm believer in giving back to communities, and for her, the stars aligned with Seva.
“I knew that Seva worked in many countries, and I knew Seva held many of my own personal values. SEVA = selfless service.”
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