April 30^th 2005 

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About this Newsletter ...

Your decision to be a part of SOFKIN means a lot to us. You take the time and effort to contribute and therefore should receive updates on our progress. The SOFKIN Newsletter is meant to serve this purpose.

To start with, the SOFKIN Newsletter will be sent out quarterly.  Each issue will contain updates, upcoming events, recaps on any events which took place and a message from SOFKIN. We hope the idea is received well and please feel free to email any suggestions or comments to contact@sofkin.org.

“ He who wishes to secure the good of others, has already secured his own.”      ~ Confucius

Kindness is one of those things that can never go wrong. When you are kind, not only is the other person benefited but so are you. It gives you a  special satisfaction. On the inside you feel pleased because you helped someone else.

Being kind is extremely important, especially in today’s world where everything seems to revolve around individuals. We tend to forget the less fortunate. We have so much in front of us, but we want more. What if we gave some of what we have to others? That is kindness... We must always look to help others because by helping others, we help ourselves. We have two hands. One for  helping ourselves and one for helping others.                            ~ By Anusha Pamula

" Thanks for your generous contributions ! "

You helped SOFKIN to fund:

Construction of toilet facilities for Apti School of Maher, Pune India.

Hearing Impaired units for three needy kids of Sevasamajam, Hyderabad India.

Provide your feedback on the event !                    ~ Thank you

On the 29^th of January 2005, SOFKIN was officially launched at a grand event held in the South Brunswick Senior Citizens’ Center. Needless to say, the event was a great success. The beautiful dances lit up the stage and the motivational speeches and the generous donations were the highlights of the show. Thanks to the event sponsors, Mutex Systems, Vedic Soft & Udipi restaurant who made it all possible!  New Jersey Assembly members Mr. Upendra Chivukula  and Ms. Linda Grenstein graced the show with their presence  who promised to extend their support .  The event was broadcast on TV Asia and American Desi TV channels.

We would like to thank all the participants of the performances and the choreographers of the dances. They were phenomenal! We would also like to thank Master Nick who gave a very inspirational speech which motivated everyone. Thanks to all who made generous contributions (it meant a great deal to us) and the volunteers who worked tirelessly to make this event such a huge success. SOFKIN was able to raise more funds than anticipated  and was able  to address both the projects that were selected. But it could not have been done without the massive support we received from all who attended; we owe it all to you. 

Thanks for being so generous and we wish you a wonderful Spring & Summer!

What is Maher? Maher is an organization that supports underprivileged children and destitute women in India. SOFKIN has a long-term relationship with Maher in supporting Maher's projects & activities.

Thank U note from Maher Family regarding Sister Lucy's visit.

The registration of SOFKIN  has been completed in India ! Currently in the process of obtaining FCRA approval for receiving foreign contributions. SOFKIN home for underprivileged children is planned to be established  in India by the end of this year. We will update you with more information as we make progress.

Sister Lucy from Maher Ashram has met SOFKIN family during her visit to New Jersey in early April, and thanked people who made great contributions to SOFKIN in supporting Maher's project. Maher has offered to train SOFKIN staff, to facilitate successful operation of SOFKIN home in India.

Family Karate Super Center, New Jersey will be organizing a Kick-A-Thon fundraiser in September 2005.  All proceeds will go towards SOFKIN’s active projects. Thank you Master Nick!

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Member Registration is improved. Please register as SOFKIN member TODAY if you have not already!

Project listing has been updated!

                                                    !! Thank You !!