International Goudiya Vedanta Trust

LOVE - PEACE - DEVOTION

Volunteer

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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