If you have volunteered in India, you have most likely stayed a night at the beautiful Chennai Marriott Courtyard.  The Courtyard is not only beautiful and frequently takes care of our India Volunteers; they have also won the Courtyard Community Service Award for their assistance with Rising Star Outreach and the Bindu Art Studio located in Barathapuram leprosy colony. Want to know more?  CLICK HERE...

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  Greetings! This is Klorisa Porter the current Medical Volunteer Coordinator for Rising Star Outreach of India. It is nothing short of a privilege to work with the individuals that have been affected by leprosy. Between the twelve colonies Rising star is currently working with, everyday promises a new adventure. The colonies have a way of testing and stretching you. The ulcers and...

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Every day here at Rising Star is not only a gift for the kids that are here and the people in the colonies, but for me as well. Their lives will be better because of their education and care and my life is better for having the chance to know them. The people here are just fabulous! Volunteers included. We've had our jokes...

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Working in the school is such a wonderful experience. Every day I get to see the children’s cheerful faces, and they are so excited when the volunteers come into the classroom to help.  Morning with UKG A typical day in volunteering in education beings with UKG morning fundaments. The second week of July the UKG class made handprints pictures for their parents to...

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I am Emily Wilson, the Sponsorship Coordinator here in India and I'm here to enlighten your day and give you a little dose of my daily life! This summer has been off to a great start and every day brings new joy into my life and hopefully to yours as well. Lately in Sponsorship we have been giving small email updates of kids...

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Reilly and Jayaraj I'd like to start out by saying something you've probably heard from me and the other volunteers hundreds of times; this was the most amazing thing I've ever done. I am so lucky and grateful to have the support from my friends and family to allow myself to come and be a part of this.   Reilly with Jennifer This...

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Claire Whitney and Gracy This year the summer coordinators have decided to choose a Volunteer of the Session, someone who really impresses us during their time at Rising Star Outreach. With so many amazing volunteers to choose from, it's no easy decision, but our first rock star of the summer is Claire Whitney! Claire is from Park City, Utah and came to Rising...

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The demand has been high for the new 2014 Volunteer dates for India.  I am happy to announce that those are posted on our website.  CLICK HERE to view and apply.     A special session this year is happening on January 20-31st.  More detailed information will be given at the President's Brunch on Aug 20th.  But if you are a woman that...

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The process for applying for a Visa for India has just been changed.  As of July 1st, 2013 the process of applying and approving Indian Visa's has transitioned over to BLS International.  During this transition there is expected delays in approvals.  If you are needing a Visa please apply early.  More information on the change can be found HERE (From Travisa.com) If you...

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“There is no exercise better for the heart than reaching down and lifting people up.” ― John Holmes  This statement rings true to the Rising Star Outreach family, especially when feedback is received from volunteers just returning from our campus in India. One of our volunteers recently shared a “Velcro” moment -- unique moments, images, hardships, tender life lessons that ‘stick’ to us. ...

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Want to follow Matt's journey across the country?  His blog is located on the right side of ours, under 'Volunteer Blogs' and will show all updates.  Want to bookmark his directly and comment?  His blog is http://letourdemerica.blogspot.com/ Matt Lyman's first ride coast to coast was in 2011.  This time he wants to make his ride for a great cause.   Please show support to this...

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Jenna is a sponsor of one of our Rising Star kids, Jenna and Noah have gone to India with their family and they have donated to have a music club/program at the school.   Its amazing to see what people are able to do when they care for others and have a dream.   Click on the link below to watch their interview.   Click Here...

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Greetings and happy July to all from Tamil Nadu! This is Erin Moore, the Summer Volunteer Director at Rising Star Outreach of India. The month of June saw some unseasonably beautiful weather as well as the start of the summer volunteer season, and we’re excited for the months ahead. Last week we said goodbye to our first official group of the summer. Known...

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