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#CORDUSASERVICEVISIT2026 #CHAPERONES #SUMMER2026
Dear friends!

Greetings from Portland!

May this Holi remind us to burn negativity and celebrate the colors of divine love and harmony!

We’re excited to announce that applications for CORD USA Summer Service Visits 2026 are now open for chaperones! To ensure the best experience for everyone involved, please take note of the following important information:

Details of the visit:

Chaperone Selection: Student applications will open only after chaperones have been selected. Once chosen, chaperones will receive all relevant information.

Full Program Commitment: Chaperones and students must commit to attending the entire program. Partial participation is not permitted.

Individual Applications: Each student must complete their own application independently. Applications submitted by a parent or guardian will be disqualified.

Visa and OCI Requirements: Participants must meet the visa requirements set by the Government of India or hold an Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) card.

Accurate Contact Information: Ensure all email addresses are entered correctly during the application process. We are not responsible for errors, especially in the email addresses provided.

Self-Reliance During the Program: Students will spend two weeks in rural India, away from their families. They must be self-reliant and use their own email and cell phones for preparatory meetings and communication.

Email Acknowledgment: After submitting your application, you will receive an email acknowledgment. Further updates will be communicated via email—please check your spam folder regularly.

Recommendation Letter: As a chaperone, we require a recommendation from your Chinmaya Mission Center coordinator. As a student participant, we require a recommendation letter from your current Bala Vihar teacher. An email will be automatically sent to her/him once you apply.

Payment and Visit Details: Detailed payment and visit information can be found in the FAQ document. It is essential to download, read, and accept the terms and conditions before applying. Applications are evaluated by a National team and their decisions are final.

After reviewing the FAQ and the relevant information, if you still have any questions about the program, please feel free to reach out to me. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We look forward to receiving your applications and sharing this meaningful service experience with you!

Apply here – https://cordusa.org/servicevisit2026/

Subha Varma Pathial
CORDUSA Inc.
Tax ID – 27-0540459
(866) 580-5508

Dear Friends,

Greetings from Portland!

May the light of Diwali bring joy, peace, and success to you and your loved ones. 

We’re delighted to share that applications for the CORD USA Winter Service Visit 2025 are now open for chaperones!
To ensure the best experience for all participants, please review the important details below:

 Location: CORD Sidhbari, India
 Dates: December 22, 2025 (Monday) – January 3, 2026 (Saturday)
 Registration Fee: $1,500

• $250 non-refundable application fee per person
• $1,250 due after application acceptance

Before applying, please read the details carefully, download the FAQ, and review all information using the link below:
 https://cordusa.org/programs/service-visits/

Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm for the CORD USA Service Visit!

With warm regards,
Subha Varma Pathial
CORDUSA Inc.
Tax ID: 27-0540459

Dear friends,

Get your schedule lined up and be ready to apply online!
The application forms will go live in the next few days.

CORD USA Winter Service Visit 2025

Age group: High School students, age 15 and above.
Where: CORD Sidhbari, Himachal Pradesh
Dates: December 22nd, 2025 – January 3rd, 2026

Details: We will open for chaperones first. We open the applications for students ONLY AFTER interviewing and finalizing the chaperones. More information is here.

If the above link does not work, please cut and paste the following URL into your browser
https://cordusa.org/servicevisit/ServiceVisitSP.pdf

Thank you!
Subha
Secretary/Director
CORDUSA Inc.
Tax ID – 27-0540459
(866) 580-5508

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#CORDUSASERVICEVISIT2025 #CHAPERONES #SUMMER2025

Greetings from Bharat!

Wishing you a Holi filled with colors of joy, love, and laughter!

We’re excited to announce that applications for CORD USA Summer Service Visits 2025 are now open for chaperones! To ensure the best experience for everyone involved, please take note of the following important information:

Details of the visit:

Where: CORD Siruvani, India
Dates: July 27, 2025 (Sunday) to August 9, 2025 (Saturday)
Registration Fee: $1500
– $250 non-refundable fee per person for application registration
– $1250 after the application is accepted.

Chaperone Selection: Once the chaperones are selected, the relevant information will be communicated to them.

Full Program Commitment: Chaperones and students must commit to being present for the entire duration of the program. It is not possible to attend only a part of the service visit.

Individual Applications: Each student is required to fill out their own application independently. Applications will be disqualified if submitted by a parent or guardian.

Visa and OCI Requirements: To participate in these Service Visits, you must meet the visa requirements by the regulations of the Government of India or possess an OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) card.

Accurate Contact Information: Please ensure that you type all email addresses accurately during the application process. We cannot be held responsible for any typos in your application.

Self-Reliance During the Program: Students will be spending two weeks in rural India, away from their families. We require them to be self-reliant and use their own email and cell phones for preparatory meetings and communication.

Email Acknowledgment: Once your application is submitted, you will receive an email acknowledgment. Further information and updates will be communicated via email. Please remember to check your spam folder as well.

Recommendation Letter: As a chaperone, we require a recommendation from your Chinmaya Mission Center coordinator. As a student participant, we require a recommendation letter from your current Bala Vihar teacher. An email will be automatically sent to her/him once you apply.

Payment and Visit Details: Detailed payment and visit information can be found in the FAQ document. It is essential to download, read, and accept the terms and conditions before applying. Applications are evaluated by a National team and their decisions are final.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We look forward to receiving your applications and sharing this meaningful service experience with you!

Apply here – https://cordusa.org/servicevisit2025/

#CORDUSASERVICEVISIT2024 #STUDENTS #WINTER2024

Dear Friends,

Greetings from Portland!

Wish you a joyful and vibrant Navaratri. May the strength, wisdom, and prosperity of the Goddesses grace your life abundantly!

We’re excited to announce that applications for CORD USA Winter Service Visits 2024 are now open for students! To ensure the best experience for everyone involved, please take note of the following important information:

Details of the visit:

Full Program Commitment: Chaperones and students must commit to being present for the entire duration of the program. It is not possible to attend only a part of the service visit.

Individual Applications: Each student is required to fill out their own application independently. Applications will be disqualified if submitted by a parent or guardian.

Visa and OCI Requirements: To participate in these Service Visits, you must meet the visa requirements by the regulations of the Government of India or possess an OCI (Overseas Citizen of India) card.

Accurate Contact Information: Please ensure that you type all email addresses accurately during the application process. We cannot be held responsible for any typos in your application.

Self-Reliance During the Program: Students will be spending two weeks in rural India, away from their families. We require them to be self-reliant and use their own email and cell phones for preparatory meetings and communication.

Email Acknowledgment: Once your application is submitted, you will receive an email acknowledgment. Further information and updates will be communicated via email. Please remember to check your spam folder as well.

Recommendation Letter: As a chaperone, we require a recommendation from your Chinmaya Mission Center coordinator. As a student participant, we require a recommendation letter from your current Bala Vihar teacher. An email will be automatically sent to her/him once you apply.

Payment and Visit Details: Detailed payment and visit information can be found in the FAQ document. It is essential to download, read, and accept the terms and conditions before applying. Applications are evaluated by a National team and their decisions are final.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. We look forward to receiving your applications and sharing this meaningful service experience with you!

Apply here – https://cordusa.org/servicevisit2024/

All the best!

Subha Varma Pathial