We welcome you to become a member and help grow the organization. You will find a warm welcoming atmosphere, where we all learn together, work together and inspire each other in this spiritual journey.
Welcome to Vidhya Deepam, we are a family-focused, parent volunteer-led non-profit organization that aims to explore with our children and parents the wisdom and beauty of Sanatana Dharma, or the Hindu culture.
At Vidhya Deepam, we believe that learning about our heritage is not only a matter of knowledge, but also a matter of joy, inspiration, and empowerment. That’s why we design our classes to be fun, interactive, and engaging for children of all ages. Our classes cover topics such as:
- The stories and teachings of the Vedas, Upanishads, Ramayana, Mahabharata, Bhagavad Gita, and other sacred texts.
- Teachings of various gurus including Swami Chinmayananda, Ramana Maharishi, Swami Vivekananda.
- Geography of India, contributions and achievements of Hindu culture in the fields of art, literature, science, philosophy, and spirituality, and key figures in the history of India.
- The relevance and application of Hindu culture in the modern world.
Our classes are taught by experienced volunteers who are passionate about sharing their knowledge and love for our culture. We organize our classes by age groups – ages 4 to 7 (Ramana class), ages 8 to 10 (Ramakrishna class), ages 11 to 14 (Chinmaya class), and ages 15 to 18 (Vivekananda class). We also focus on seva to the community, and provide a platform for kids to showcase their talent within the larger Indian diaspora.
We charge an annual membership fee that allows us to provide a rich and engaging experience for all, and supports our operations. We also use the funds to support classroom activities, events, and books and community showcases. We welcome you to join our family and add your voice in shaping our children’s future. If you are interested in joining us, please fill out the contact us form and we will get back to you soon with more details. We look forward to welcoming you and your family to Vidhya Deepam!
Currently, we meet at the VEDA Sri Venkateswara Temple each Sunday afternoon.