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Online Lichess for a Social Cause on July 19th, Aug 2nd and 30th
Online Events to Support Vishnu’s Recovery and a 300-Year-Old Temple in Need Vishnu’s Story: A Victim of Adversity
Vishnu came to Canada with a dream — to become an aviation professional. He completed his first year of an Advanced Aviation course, full of promise. But then, life took a devastating turn.
Back in India, his hometown was struck by a severe flood. His father, suddenly burdened with rebuilding their life, told Vishnu he could no longer support him. Around the same time, Vishnu’s mother became paralyzed.
Thousands of miles away from his family, alone in a foreign country, and without financial or emotional support, Vishnu found himself overwhelmed. No one knew how deeply he was suffering — until four long years had passed. The Fight Against Adversity
Adversity doesn’t knock. It crashes in — again and again. And like a game of chess with infinite combinations, each new challenge is different, and preparation is never enough. That’s the kind of battle Vishnu has been fighting: complex, exhausting, and isolating.
But now, we have a chance to help him rise again. How You Can Make a Difference
We are launching three online fundraising events, beginning Saturday, July 19th, to support two important causes:
Vishnu’s medical treatment and recovery in Canada
(Estimated yearly cost: CAD 4,000 / ₹2,40,000)
Restoration of a 300-year-old temple in India
(A monument of cultural and spiritual heritage now in need of urgent care)
Where Your Contributions Go
100% of the proceeds from these events will be used for these causes via ieagleminds.
The event registration form offers an option for donors with Indian bank accounts to contribute directly to either or both causes.
Donation updates will be shared transparently on the “Social-Cause” tab of our website after each event. See Vishnu’s Journey
You can watch Vishnu’s video, see photos from his time in hospital, and read a screenshot of the conversation with his father — to understand the full picture and know your support is going where it truly matters. Let’s Come Together
Let’s help Vishnu stand on his own two feet again. Let’s preserve a piece of our heritage. No act of kindness is too small.
Together, we can bring hope to where it's most needed.
Given Rs 30,000 to Vishnu and Temple from July 19th Online LiChess Tournament.
*Check the Results and register for the next on Aug 2nd from 11 AM - 1PM EST ( 8:30 - 10:30 PM IST ) for a Social Cause
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*Huge prizes for Winners*
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The 100% of proceeds is for a Social cause to help Vishnu and also to Support a 300 year old Temple in India.
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