Dasvandh week is from November 8-16.
WASHINGTON, DC: The Dasvandh Network (DVN) is encouraging donors to give during the second annual Dasvandh Week (November 8th-16th) via online donations (www.dvnetwork.org) or in gurdwaras throughout the country.
DVN is a 501(c) 3 grassroots online giving platform where donors and organizations can actively participate in the spirit of Dasvandh, or share part of one’s earnings toward the betterment of society. Its mission is to inspire an increase in the level of giving to organizations and charitable projects across North America and to foster the spirit of Dasvandh among Sikhs by providing access and awareness to Sikhi-related causes.
This year’s goal of $80,000 will be achieved not only from power of 10-inspired individuals but also with matching funds from strategic donors within the Sikh community for one-time and recurring donations (limits apply), according to a press release.
“Dasvandh Week is meant to serve as an annual reminder that we all can and should be giving,” said Manpreet Singh, Treasurer of the Dasvandh Network, in a statement. “This year, we are calling upon our community to ask themselves, ‘Can I do more?’”
Due to the generosity of donors through DVN, Khalsa Food Pantry has been able to support nearly 80 families per week with non-perishable goods and produce.
“We were able to acquire two refrigerators for food storage which has helped maximize our distribution of produce,” said Natasha Kaur, Khalsa Care Foundation Sevadaar. “We are humbled and grateful to DVN and to all who have supported us!”