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ORGANIZATIONS

Houston Durgabari Society

MISSION : To serve the Hindu community by promoting religious as well as
cultural, educational, social and charitable activities including inter-faith
understanding

HIGHLIGHTS : Spread over 6.2 acres of land the temple represents a perfect synthesis of
Hindu beliefs where devotees attend regular puja of the main deities. The
annual Durga Puja attracts over 3,000 devotees from the Greater Houston
area and other parts of the country. HDBS also provides a platform for
cultural, educational, athletic, and youth programs for community members
of all age groups.

NUMBER OF CHAPTERS : 1

MAJOR PROJECTS : * Running the temple
* Running the Kalabhavan (Educational arm)
* Providing a socio-cultural platform for community members

IMPORTANCE OF 2020 has completely changed our way of living. The life vs. livelihood
DHARMIC NETWORK debate is tearing communities around the world. By working together the
FOR HUMANITY : dharmic organizations can extend a strong helping hand to our community
members. We firmly believe that is how divinity will manifest from within,
to give us the strength and fortitude to see us through.

COVID-19 RESPONSE We have moved the religious, cultural and educational activities online.
HIGHLIGHTS : People are routinely participating in Pujas, taking the classes and enjoying
cultural programs.

We have partnered with Sewa International on our community’s Covid 19
social efforts:
* We have shared the medical and non-medical helpline numbers with the
community
* Directed donations for COVID 19 towards Sewa
* Asked volunteers from our community to sign up with them
* Co-hosted information sharing events for the community

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