International Goudiya Vedanta Trust

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VOLUNTEER WITH IGVT

Serve with Heart, Grow in Spirit

(Under the guidance of Srila Bhaktivedanta Narayan Goswami Maharaj)

At International Goudiya Vedanta Trust (IGVT), volunteering is not just social work — it is seva, an act of love and devotion offered to Lord Krishna and His devotees.
Under the merciful guidance of our beloved Śrīla Gurudeva – Śrīla Bhaktivedānta Nārāyaṇa Gosvāmī Mahārāja, every volunteer experiences the joy of giving, learning, and transforming lives through bhakti in action.

“By serving the devotees, you serve Krishna directly.” — Srila Gurudeva

Whether you can offer one hour a week or join our full-time seva mission, IGVT welcomes you to become a part of a growing global family dedicated to Annakṣetra (food relief), education, cultural upliftment, and temple service.

Why Volunteer with IGVT?

  • Serve in projects that combine Bhakti & Seva

     

  • Get spiritually trained under senior Vaishnavas

     

  • Be part of festivals, prasadam programs & campaigns

     

  • Receive certificates, seva ID cards, and blessings from Gurudeva’s mission

     

Experience personal growth, teamwork, and satisfaction in divine service

Volunteer Seva Categories

Anna Daan & Prasadam Distribution Seva

“Annadan is Mahadan – The greatest charity is to feed devotees and the needy.”

“Annadan is Mahadan – The greatest charity is to feed devotees and the needy.”

Description:
Join our team in preparing, packing, and distributing prasadam during daily temple service and major festivals such as Rath Yatra, Janmashtami, and Karttika Parikrama.

Roles Include:
> Cooking / Kitchen Preparation
> Packing & Distribution
> Cleaning & Serving Support
> Documentation (photo/video)

Skills Required:
Willingness to serve, hygiene discipline, and a cheerful heart!

Temple Seva (Daily / Festive Service)

“Annadan is Mahadan – The greatest charity is to feed devotees and the needy.”

“The temple is the Lord’s home. Keeping it pure is our worship.”

Description:
Assist in daily temple activities — decorating the altar, assisting pujaris, managing devotees during darshan, and festival support.

Roles Include:
> Altar Decoration & Flower Arrangements
> Puja Preparation
> Kirtan & Sound System Support
> Crowd & Queue Management during festivals

Skills Required:
Basic temple etiquette, devotion, and respect for discipline.

Education & Teaching Seva

“True education is learning to serve with wisdom.”

Description:
Serve by teaching children in Goudiya Vedanta Vidyalayas, or help in adult literacy, spiritual classes, or youth counseling.

Roles Include:
> Academic teaching (English, Science, Math)
> Sanskrit / Gita / Bhakti Shiksha
> Youth mentorship & life-skill programs
> Graphic / presentation help for teachers

Skills Required:
Patience, communication, and commitment to regularity.

Gau Seva (Cow Protection & Care)

“Go Seva brings the blessings of all gods.”

Description:
Help at our affiliated Goshala centers with feeding, cleaning, and cow care activities.

Roles Include:
> Feeding & maintenance
> Cleaning & water supply
> Shelter upkeep & volunteer coordination

Skills Required:
Physical fitness, compassion, and respect for cows.

Festival Seva

(Rath Yatra, Janmashtami, Radhastami, Parikramas)

“Festivals are divine opportunities to serve thousands of devotees.”

Description:
Join our core festival seva teams during Rath Yatra (Puri), Janmashtami (Delhi), Radhastami (Vrindavan), and Parikrama Yatras (Govardhan & Navadwip).

Roles Include:
> Prasadam Distribution
> Event Coordination & Hosting
> Photography / Videography
> Devotee Reception & Guest Care

Skills Required:
Team coordination, humility, adaptability in crowd conditions.

Digital & Media Seva

“Spread the message of Bhakti worldwide through digital seva.”

Description:
Use your creative skills to help IGVT reach millions through digital media — design, video, writing, and online campaigns.

Roles Include:
> Video editing & filming
> Content writing / blog posting
> Social media management
> SEO & website support

Skills Required:
Design or tech knowledge (basic or advanced), discipline in deadlines.

Spiritual Training & Youth Volunteering
(GYF / LMPY)

“Seva begins where ego ends.”

Description:
Special for youth (15–30 yrs) who want to combine skill learning with seva — part of Goudiya Youth Forum (GYF) & Life Management Program for Youth (LMPY).

Roles Include:
> Event coordination & outreach
> Bhakti learning, teamwork, and seva training
> English communication & presentation seva

Skills Required:
Positive mindset, learning attitude, basic English or Hindi communication.

Medical & Relief Seva

“Serving the sick is serving God.”

Description:
Be part of our Medical Feeding Program & health relief drives. Serve patients, distribute prasadam, and help organize medical camps.

Roles Include:
> Medical feeding coordination
> Support during health camps
> Collecting / distributing medicines
> Donor & beneficiary communication

Skills Required:
Compassion, patience, and basic awareness of hygiene.

Volunteer Registration Process

Step 1: Fill the seva registration form (choose your seva category).
Step 2: Wait for a confirmation message from IGVT Volunteer Coordinator.
Step 3: Attend a short online orientation (Zoom/WhatsApp group).
Step 4: Begin your seva assignment under guidance.

Let’s come together to make a difference

Volunteering at IGVT is not a duty — it’s a blessing.
Every act of seva purifies the heart and connects us to Krishna’s lotus feet.

Come, be part of a global mission where compassion meets devotion.

VOLUNTEER

Volunteer Support & Contact

📍 Volunteer Coordination Office:
Sri Raman Vihari Gaudiya Math, Janakpuri, New Delhi – 110058

📧 volunteer@igvt.org
📞 +91 9560966544 | +91 9429694544

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