Youth Leaders: Compassion In Action
One Village Project
Since its inception in 2007, the One Village Project has seen 252 immigrant, immigrant, at-risk, local and refugee youth from 29 different countries unite as Peace Leaders in service to communities in need. With the help of 350 inspired volunteers, these youth leaders have impacted 1000+ people both here in Austin and abroad. The following community service projects were led by our youth leaders:
- Fed and clothed 150+ people at Austin Resource Center for the Homeless.
- Partnered with the Lower Colorado River Authority and Keep Austin Beautiful to clean up Town Lake.
- Spent time comforting patients at South Austin Care and Rehabilitation Center
- Cleaned up Bouldin Creek and the greenbelt in partnership with the Bouldin Creek Neighborhood Association and Austin Parks Foundation.
- Held a peace rally in honor of The International Day of Peace.
- Sent Video Love Letters to One Village members who were in the midst of war in Nigeria.
- Harvested food for the homeless in partnership with Urban Roots.
- Created care packages for the victims of the earthquake in Haiti.
- Painted a mural at Casa Marinella, a shelter for immigrants in Austin as well as Austin Children’s Shelter.
Upcoming Event
When: Saturday, February 4th, 6pm-11pm
Where: Amala Foundation
What: Benefit Concert for Bodhi
Come support Bodhi (Brandon) in raising money to pay for the medical bills from his car accident by joining in on a celebratory dinner and concert. With musical performances by Amanda Mora, Woven (Bodhi’s ensemble), and Rattletree Marimba.
We will [...]
Latest News
The youth at Austin’s Paragon Prep Middle School have raised over $8,200 for the children of the Bhatti Mines School! This is a beautiful and inspiring example of youth supporting, empowering and uplifting each other. The students at Paragon Prep Middle School truly exemplify compassion in action. The Amala Foundation is [...]
Additional Offerings
Nectar
A thrift boutique featuring one-of-a-kind treasures from around the world. 100% of the proceeds benefit our youth programs.
Vanessa Stone
Meet the Founder of Amala, explore the heart of the message and find out about upcoming events with Vanessa.
Sanctuary At Amala
The Sanctuary is home to events and classes focusing on remembrance, wellness and children’s education.
