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 Winter Service Visit 2024!
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Greetings from Portland!
Wishing you a life filled with happiness, prosperity, and endless joy on this auspicious Ganesha Utsav!
We’re excited to announce that applications for CORD USA Winter Service Visits 2024 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 Deuladiha, India |
| Dates: | December 23, 2024 (Monday) to January 4, 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 in accordance with 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 submit the application.
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/
Subha Varma Pathial
CORDUSA Inc.
Tax ID – 27-0540459
(866) 580-5508