Sankara Nethralaya USA Raises $1.3 Million to Fund 20,000 Cataract Surgeries
Sankara Nethralaya USA (SN USA) has achieved a remarkable feat in its mission to provide accessible eye care. Through a captivating classical dance program fundraiser, the organization raised an astounding $1.3 million, which will fund 20,000 cataract surgeries for underprivileged patients.
The event, titled "An Evening of Classical Dance," was held at the prestigious Meydenbauer Center in Bellevue, Washington, and showcased the talents of four renowned Kuchipudi dance academies:
- Usha Gayatri (from the Bay Area)
- Dr. Yamini Kalluri and Smt. Jyothi Lakkaraju (from Oregon)
- Guru Rajesh Bobby Chawla and Dr. Deepa Sashital (from Portland)
- Smt. Subhadra Venkatesan and Smt. Kala Ratna Bharathi (from Seattle)
These talented dancers and their students captivated the audience with their mesmerizing performances, contributing to the event's success.
Mega Donors and Generous Contributions
The event's success was further amplified by the generosity of several donors, including the mega donors, Prasada Reddy Katamreddy and his wife, Sobha Reddy, who contributed a remarkable $500,000. Other notable contributions included:
- $100,000 from the Singhi Family Foundation
- $100,000 from the Murthy Kaja Family
- $100,000 from the Koya Family
- $100,000 from an anonymous donor
Several other individuals and organizations also made significant contributions, demonstrating their commitment to SN USA's mission.
Impact and Appreciation
The funds raised will enable SN USA to perform 20,000 cataract surgeries, restoring vision and transforming the lives of countless individuals. SN USA expressed its gratitude to all the donors, volunteers, and attendees who made the event a resounding success.
This remarkable achievement highlights SN USA's dedication to providing quality eye care to those in need and its unwavering commitment to combating preventable blindness.
