Service Visits to CORD Centers in India and Sri Lanka
We are always looking for ways to get people of all ages to be involved with CORDUSA. Our high school CORD service program is a unique opportunity for the youth enrolled in the Chinmaya Bala Vihars to experience firsthand the joys of serving the rural communities on the Indian subcontinent. By most accounts, the experiences have been so dramatic and impactful that both parents and students continue to enthusiastically engage in service activities as CORD ambassadors.
Hope you all had a chance to see the videos made by our service visit participants. If not, please check out all videos under “Resources”.
These visits are usually planned to coincide with the summer and winter breaks of the high school calendar. CORD USA strives to make this exceptional opportunity available to as many participants as possible.
Announcing CORD USA Summer Service Visit 2025!
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Greetings from Portland!
May Lord Rama bless you with peace, prosperity, and happiness. Happy Rama Navami!
We’re excited to announce that applications for CORD USA Summer Service Visits 2025 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:
| 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: 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.
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/
Subha Varma Pathial
CORDUSA Inc.
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(866) 580-5508