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NEWS AND EVENTS Second Annual Gala, Friday, May 21, 2010
Come join us for our Second Annual Gala on Friday, May 21st at Chelsea Art Museum! Join us as we bring together old friends and new to celebrate Nanubhai's Sixth Anniversary, showcase the recent accomplishments of Nanubhai Fellows and share more about our mission of educating rural youth in India. Enjoy an evening of music, entertainment and celebration as we learn more about the challenges in rural India and how Nanubhai inspires students, empowers teachers and transforms rural classrooms. Please contact Kandarp Shah at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Erin Halley at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for additional information, sponsorship opportunities and other ways to contribute. Click here for more information on the gala!
Second Annual Gala Event At-A-Glance: Friday, May 21, 2010 at 8:00 - 11:00 PM. Tickets $125 & up (Early Bird Pricing Available until May 1). All tickets include admission to event and program, complimentary bar, passed hors d'oeuvres and after-party at Marquee. Click here to purchase tickets! Chelsea Art Museum
Gala Pre-Party Happy Hour Gala Pre-Party Event At-A-Glance: Thursday, April 29th at 6:00 PM Nirvana Restaurant & Lounge RSVP at http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=110224682345271.
Sa Dance Company's Premiere New York Showcase, May 14-15, 2010 The Sa Dance Company performed at Nanubhai's First Annual Gala, and in less than a year, has become one of New York City's premier Indian dance companies. The company was founded by Artistic Director, Payal Kadakia, and developed with Associate Director, Drasti Panchal, with the mission to increase awareness of Indian dance in the mainstream. Sa's performances have been said to feel like a "spa treatment for your eyes" so make sure to get a ticket to their premiere New York Showcase and treat your friends to a gift they will long remember! Nanubhai is proud to support the Sa Dance Company's Premiere New York Showcase on Friday, May 14th at 8pm and Saturday, May 15th at 2pm and 8pm. Additional event information and tickets are available at http://www.sadancecompany.com/events.html.
Bhangra Blowout, April 17, 2010 Bhangra BlowoutTM is one of the nation's premier intercollegiate Bhangra competitions. A completely student run event, Bhangra BlowoutTM hosts university Bhangra teams from all over the country as they compete for cash prizes in a highly energetic and enthusiastic environment. Bhangra BlowoutTM is now entering its seventeenth year. This year the event has chosen Nanubhai as one of its sponsored charities for the event. Come support Nanubhai and Bhangra Blowout 17 D.A.R. Constitution Hall in downtown Washington, D.C on April 17, 2010!! Tickets are now available at: AIF NY Third Annual Benefit, April 3, 2010 The Nanubhai Education Foundation is proud to be a Promotional Partner for the American India Foundation's New York Young Professional Chapter for their Third Annual Benefit at the Prince George Ballroom. It should be a fun, classy evening featuring dinner, drinks, speeches by AIF CEO Dr. Sanjay Sinho and Kansas State Representative Raj Goyle, a performance by Infin8, and many exciting live and silent auction items. Additional event information and tickets are available at http://newyork.aifyp.com/event or contact
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New York City 2010 Kick-Off, January 22, 2010 Come join us for our 2010 Kick-Off on Friday, January 22nd at 9:00 PM at Turtle Bay Grill and Lounge! The Nanubhai Education Foundation invites you to our 2010 kick-off fundraiser on Friday, January 22 from 9:00 - 11:00 PM at Turtle Bay to learn more about our organization, enjoy half-price drinks and appetizers and socialize with other young professionals. We encourage you to stop by, bring a friend and spread the word to help raise funds to support our program. Please visit http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=408844965446 or contact Sindhura Sarikonda at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Bijal Desai at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information on the event. New York City Event At-A-Glance: Friday, January 22, 9:00 - 11:00 PM. Donation: $10, At The Door (21 & Over). Half-price drinks and appetizer. All proceeds raised will go to directly to support Nanubhai's educational programs in rural India. Turtle Bay Grill and Lounge
New Jersey Fundraiser, November 6, 2009 Come join us for an after-work cocktail fundraiser on Friday, November 6th at 7:00 PM at Fire N Ice Exotic Hookah Loungue and Bar! The Nanubhai Education Foundation invites you to our first New Jersey fundraiser on Friday, November 6 from 7:00 - 10:00 PM at Fire N Ice to learn more about our organization, enjoy discounted hookah and drink specials and socialize with other young professionals. We encourage you to stop by, bring a friend and spread the word to help raise funds to support our program. Please visit http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=156772941338 or contact Rajiv Shah at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it , Madhuri Kothari at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Alap Desai at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information on the event.
New Jersey Event At-A-Glance: Friday, November 6, 7:00 - 10:00 PM. Cover: $10 (18 & Over). Discounted drinks and hookah specials. All proceeds raised, including the cover, will go to directly to support Nanubhai's educational programs in rural India. Fire N Ice Exotic Hookah Lounge & Bar
South Asian International Film Festival, October 28 through November 3, 2009 The Nanubhai Education Foundation is proud to be a Promotional Partner of the South Asian International Film Festival (SAIFF). SAIFF is the largest film premiere destination for South Asian/Indian filmmakers in the United States. For seven (7) exciting days, film lovers, filmmakers, industry professionals and media will attend and watch the very best in new cinema from new talent and acclaimed masters. The week-long event will run from Wednesday, October 28 through Tuesday, November 3, 2009 in New York City. With several screening locations, a team of high-profile supporters, red carpet premieres, and a slate of top-notch films, the festival will give audiences of all ages and ethnicities a chance to discover new South Asian voices and celebrate established ones. For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit www.saiff.org.
New York City Fundraiser, September 24, 2009 Come join us for an after-work cocktail fundraiser on Thursday, September 24th at 7:30 PM at PRANNA Restaurant and Lounge! The Nanubhai Education Foundation invites you to its New York City fundraiser on Thursday, September 24 from 7:30 - 9:30 PM to learn more about our organization, enjoy complimentary appetizers and discounted drink specials and socialize with other young professionals. We encourage you to stop by, bring a friend and spread the word to help raise funds to support our program and provide more students in rural India access to a quality education and an opportunity to participate in India's growing economy. We will have a brief presentation during the evening to share information on Nanubhai's programs, impact and opportunities to get involved. Please visit http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=162935817537 or contact Amit Shah at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it or Bijal Desai at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it for more information.
New York City Launch At-A-Glance: Thursday, September 24, 7:30 - 9:30 PM. No charge for admission (21 & Over). Complimentary appetizers and discounted cash bar. All proceeds raised will go to directly to support educational programs in rural India. PRANNA Restaurant & Lounge
Washington DC Fundraiser, June 30th 2009 The Nanubhai Education Foundation is proud to announce that the World Bank has invited founder Raj Shah to give a lunchtime presentation on Tuesday, June 30! We're excited to have such a distinguished audience, but even more excited to use this opportunity to increase awareness of Nanubhai's efforts. Come join us for an after-work cocktail fundraiser at Spezie Ristorante on Tuesday, June 30th! Tickets are $20 at the door with all proceeds going directly to the Nanubhai Education Foundation. Spezie's Chef Cesare will create a special food and drink menu available at discounted Happy Hour prices. Be sure not miss a live dance performance and program by the Rythmaya Dance Troupe! Stop by, spread the word, and bring your friends to celebrate Nanubhai's amazing achievements and help us raise funds to expand our successful programming to reach over 6,000 new students!
DC Fundraiser At-A-Glance: Tuesday, June 30th, 5:30-7:30 $20 / person - 100% proceeds going directly to Nanubhai Education Foundation Unique food and drink menu available at discounted happy hour prices Live performance and entertainment provided by Rhythmaya Dance Troup http://www.rhythmaya.com Spezie Ristorante Tickets and Information
New York City Fundraiser, March 6th 2009
On March 6th, 2009, the Nanubhai Education Foundation held a fundraiser at the Scholastic headquarters in New York City. Renowned actor Kal Penn (of the TV series House and the film, The Namesake) served as the honored guest for a festive night of entertainment and celebration of Nanubhai's fifth anniversary. Other honored guests include US Olympic Bronze Medalist Raj Bhavsar, Miss India USA 2007 Melanie Kannokada, and Gurbaksh Chahal, successful entrepreneur, author, and star of Fox Television's Secret Millionaire. The Nanubhai Education Foundation is a non-profit organization focused on advancing the education of rural students in India. Guests at the event enjoyed a spectacular evening of Indian cultural entertainment, including inspirational speeches from the esteemed guests, along with performances by Brooklyn-based My Pet Dragon and the Sa Dance Company. Other highlights included a henna tattoo station, a silent auction, and live auction, which included a lunch with Kal Penn and a flight lesson with Nanubhai founder, Raj Shah. Nanubhai Education Foundation volunteers have worked tirelessly since 2004 to integrate an innovative program of English and Information Technology education into their focus school of 2,000 students in the Indian state of Gujarat. Building on the success of the previous four years, Nanubhai is now launching an ambitious plan to reach over 6,000 new students by expanding programs into two additional schools. The current goals of Nanubhai include hiring nine new American exchange teachers, creating computer labs with internet connectivity, and increasing graduation rates with particular focus on female students. This fundraiser will help Nanubhai turns its goals into reality. New York City Chapter Launch Event, September 24, 2009 Come join us for an after-work cocktail fundraiser on Thursday, September 24th at 7:30 PM at PRANNA Restaurant and Lounge! The Nanubhai Education Foundation is proud to announce the launch of its New York City Chapter, the first of many chapters that will engage young professionals and students to support our mission to advance education in underfunded public schools in rural India. Since 2004, the Nanubai Education Foundation has been helping vulnerable students of rural India attain skills to participate in the new economic opportunities India's growing economy offers. Volunteers are the backbone of our organization, and the chapters are an additional opportunity for volunteers to get involved, increase awareness and mobilize local communities. The New York City Chapter invites you to its Chapter Launch Event on Thursday, September 24 from 7:30 - 9:30 PM to learn more about our organization, enjoy complimentary appetizers and discounted drink specials and socialize with other young professionals. We encourage you to stop by, bring a friend and spread the word to help raise funds to support our program and provide more students in rural India access to a quality education and an opportunity to participate in India's growing economy. We will have a brief presentation during the evening to share information on Nanubhai's programs, impact and opportunities to get involved. You are also invited to stay all night as PRANNA launches its Bollywood Late-Night from 10:30PM to 4am for "Happy Hour" Specials til Midnight, Live Bollywood Beats and Different DJs Spinning Every Party. A "Breath of Life" on Madison Avenue, PRANNA represents value in an elegant atmosphere within its 15,000 sq ft all cuisine. The unique cocktails create a synergy between the kitchen and the bar, while the wine list, with labels from environmentally responsible vineyards, further compliments the menu's bold flavors. We encourage you to sign up for their mailing list at http://www.prannarestaurant.com and join their Facebook group at http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=76322379061 to stay up to date on special events and other new from PRANNA. Please contact Amit Shah at
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for more information. For more information on Nanubhai, please visit our website at http://www.nanubhai.org. New York City Launch At-A-Glance: Thursday, September 24, 7:30 - 9:30 PM. No charge for admission (21 & Over). Complimentary appetizers and discounted cash bar. All proceeds raised will go to directly to support educational programs in rural India. PRANNA Restaurant & Lounge 79 Madison Avenue (Corner of 28th Street) New York, NY 10016 www.prannarestaurant.com |
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