Diwali · Food & essentials drive

Light a lamp.
Feed the needy.

This Diwali, Jersey City's temples, cultural groups, schools and families are coming together to fill local food pantries, from India Square to Downtown.

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Drive runs – · Diwali is

Sewa Paramo Dharmah

Service to humanity is service to the divine.

SewaDiwali Jersey City is the local chapter of the national SewaDiwali movement. We bring together Dharmic organizations, Indian cultural and linguistic associations, yoga studios, students and families who believe Diwali's light is best shared.

Our mission

Foster togetherness and selfless giving across Jersey City by celebrating the festive, enlightening spirit of Diwali.

Our approach

Organize neighborhood food and essentials drives in the weeks around Diwali, and deliver every pound to local pantries and shelters.

Drop-off sites

Close to every PATH stop and neighborhood.

    Want to host a box at your building, temple or business? Let us know.

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        Join SewaDiwali Jersey City

        Pledge to donate food, or host a collection center at your temple, building, school or business.

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