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NEST4US is a 501(c)3 nonprofit formed as a philanthropic platform built upon kindness, generosity, and social good.

We, Shreyaa Venkat (20), and Esha Venkat (17), founded NEST4US (www.nest4us.org) as a philanthropic platform built upon kindness, generosity, and social good. Our mission is to make the world better through kindness by mobilizing volunteers worldwide to advance progress on societal issues and spark equitable solutions for the greater good. Through five core programs, we address 14+ of the UN Sustainable Development Goals and a plethora of societal issues including global hunger, climate change, quality education, poverty, female empowerment, mental health, equity, and more. As Gen-Z social activists and nonprofit leaders, we advance dialogue and inspire others to take action in local, national, and global communities. What once began as a small project is now a multifaceted global organization fueled by 5,000+ volunteers of all ages and backgrounds who altogether have contributed over 2.1 million dollars in value of volunteer hours. Our overall vision is to empower people of all demographics to create a more compassionate and inclusive world.

10/16/2026

Happy World Food Day! 🌎 💛

At NEST4US, we believe a hunger-free future is possible—and we’re working every day to help build it. Through NEST Nurtures, our zero-hunger program, we take a hands-on, community-driven approach to food insecurity: rescuing surplus food, mobilizing volunteers, hosting meal provision and resource distribution events, and connecting families with nutritious food and essential support.

But we also know that lasting change requires more than direct service. That’s why we pair community action with zero hunger advocacy on global platforms and work to address the upstream drivers of food insecurity—including food loss and waste, inequitable access, and climate pressures on agrifood systems.

By bridging access gaps and building cross-sector partnerships, we’re helping advance the global movement to transform food systems and achieve zero hunger for all!

This World Food Day and beyond, join us in our collective fight against hunger: https://nest4us.org/nest-nurtures/

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10/14/2026

Our COO Esha Venkat loved speaking on the “Half a Life of Impact” panel at the TRIIBE Changemaker Summit in New York City, especially during our 10th anniversary year here at NEST4US!

The conversation gave her a meaningful opportunity to pause and reflect on the past decade of building NEST4US, the lessons this journey has taught her, and how much this work has shaped her.

What made this summit experience especially meaningful for Esha was the amazing people she met. She loved connecting with so many incredible young nonprofit founders, hearing about the work they’re leading in their communities, exchanging ideas and experiences, and forming new connections and friendships along the way!

There’s something so special about being surrounded by people who are building with the same sense of purpose and passion. Thank you, TRIIBE, for bringing this community together and giving us the space to connect, learn, and inspire one another! ❤️

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10/12/2026

A house becomes a community through the people who make it their own.

So proud to welcome the newest members of Venkat House following Dominion Trail Elementary School’s house sorting ceremony! 💙

Having a house named after us at our very own elementary school remains one of our proudest honors. Venkat House is one of five houses at Dominion Trail Elementary, named after social trailblazers, alongside Malala, Nightingale, Robinson, and Khan Houses—a recognition that continues to mean so much to us.

But what makes it truly special is seeing students make the house their own, carrying its values of passion, kindness, integrity, and dedication into their friendships and everyday actions. To us, that is what legacy looks like: leaving others with encouragement, hope, and a reason to believe in what they can become.

Thank you to Principal Jeff Joseph and the entire DTES team for creating a community where students can dream big and feel proud to belong. Welcome, Dreamers—we’re so excited to cheer you on. GO VENKATS! 🤩

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10/11/2026

Sometimes, all it takes is someone saying, “Let’s figure this out together!” 💓 📚

Through our NEST Tutors quality education program, students receive personalized academic support and mentorship designed to make learning feel more approachable, encouraging, and fun! Our tutors and tutees connect beyond the classroom by forming friendships, building confidence, and proving that a meaningful connection can begin even through a screen.

Ready to share your knowledge as a tutor, or need help reaching your academic goals as a K–12 student? Get involved through NEST Tutors: https://nest4us.org/nest-tutors/

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10/10/2026

How does volunteering make you feel?

This World Mental Health Day and every day, we’re reflecting on the importance of connection, belonging, and caring for ourselves as thoughtfully as we care for others.

For some of our NEST4US volunteers, it is the feeling of trying something new for the very first time. For others, it has become a part of their routine, something they return to again and again.
At NEST4US, we believe service should never feel like a chore or simply another box to check. It is an opportunity to pause, reflect on our place in our communities, and recognize the ways we can contribute to something bigger than ourselves! 🌎

We want our volunteer family to be a place where people feel welcomed, valued, and supported—not just for what they give, but for who they are. As we show up for our communities, let’s also make space to check in with one another, listen without judgment, and remember that taking time for ourselves matters, too! 💙

We’re grateful for every volunteer who chooses to show up, give back, and make service a part of their story. Check out opportunities to become a NEST4US volunteer here: https://nest4us.org/volunteer/

📸 credits: NEST4US Photography/Videography Impact Intern David Kao

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10/08/2026

Loved representing at Loudoun Hunger Relief's Family Resource Fair! 🧡

It was wonderful connecting with local families and fellow nonprofit leaders, sharing resources about our year-round programs, and learning more about the incredible work organizations across Virginia are doing to strengthen our community.

Events like these are a reminder that addressing food insecurity takes collaboration. When nonprofits, volunteers, businesses, and community partners come together, we can connect families with nutritious food, as well as educational resources and opportunities to get involved.

Thank you Loudoun Hunger Relief for bringing together so many organizations committed to helping families thrive. Looking forward to continuing to work together to build a stronger, more connected community!

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10/06/2026

It was a privilege for our CEO Shreyaa Venkat to represent GivingTuesday at the Greater Giving Summit in Atlanta, where renowned leaders across philanthropy & social impact gathered to explore how generosity can be mobilized as a powerful force for collective action! 🌎

As Partnerships Manager for GivingTuesday’s U.S. & Canada Hub, she loved organizing conversations on the relational infrastructure behind systems change—facilitating a session on trust-building & leading an Action Lab on partnership frameworks informed by radical generosity. This year’s Summit also marked an exciting new chapter, with GivingTuesday carrying the gathering forward for the first time following the Gates Foundation’s stewardship.

One of the strongest themes of the week was that people are inherently generous. The question isn’t, “How do we prove that people are generous?” but rather: “How do we make it easier for people to act on the generosity they already have?” 🤝

Generosity is more than a charitable transaction—it’s a form of distributed civic capacity expressed through money, time, expertise, mutual aid, advocacy, care, introductions, & countless other forms of participation. And that has important implications for lasting change.

Additionally, the longer-term opportunity isn’t to create a new story that says people are generous. It’s to restore the story we too often forget: generosity is already embedded in daily life, & everyone can be a philanthropist when systems strengthen the infinite opportunities to recognize one another’s humanity.

Shreyaa is also leaving Atlanta with a full heart from getting to meet so many GivingTuesday colleagues in person!

Here’s to building the systems in which generosity not only becomes visible in everyday life, but supported by the trust, access, & shared power needed to sustain it! 💚

10/05/2026

At NEST4US, we see every act of service as an opportunity to build a more compassionate and inclusive world. Whether it is preparing meals, supporting students, assembling essential resources, or simply helping someone feel seen, generosity becomes powerful when we put it into practice.

The needs around us can feel large, but we believe that every person has something valuable to contribute and that collective impact begins with one person choosing to help.

As you begin the week, consider where your time, talents, or care could make a difference. Take one meaningful action this week and invite someone else to join you! ♥

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10/04/2026

We at NEST4US are happy to recognize Velan Natarajan for the time and commitment he’s brought to our NEST Nurtures food rescue efforts over the past several years. Through his volunteerism, he has helped rescue hundreds of lbs of surplus food and support our weekly community resource distributions, benefiting families facing food insecurity.

Velan’s service with NEST4US also contributed to his completion of the Voluntary Public Service requirements for the Congressional Award Gold Medal. Additionally, we were proud to recognize Velan’s service last year with the NEST4US Heart of Service Award, presented by Virginia State Senator Kannan Srinivasan (32nd Senate District) and Virginia Delegate David A. Reid (28th House District)! 🤩

Thank you Velan for being an inspiring example of how young volunteers can make a meaningful impact in our community!

Learn more about how you can get involved here: www.nest4us.org

10/02/2026

What if your creativity could become someone else’s bright spot?

Through our NEST Kares Notes of Kindness initiative, volunteers of all ages can turn a few minutes, a blank page, and a little imagination into a powerful act of service that uplifts community heroes, senior citizens, and unhoused neighbors! 💕

Your favorite creative outlet can also be a force for good. At NEST4US, a colorful design and a few thoughtful words can travel farther than you think, bringing encouragement and connection to people from all corners of the world! 🌎 🎨

Your creative artwork, favorite pen, encouraging words, and big heart are all welcome here. Turn them into a Note of Kindness with NEST4US: https://nest4us.org/nest-kares/

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1000 Bank St
Richmond, VA
23219

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703-839-2953

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