South Asian Youth Action (SAYA)

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On Saturday, Guha PLLC Founding Partner and South Asian Youth Action (SAYA) Board Chair Samidh Guha celebrated SAYA's 28th Anniversary Gala (see: https://lnkd.in/g8ZuckzH) with an evening of inspiration, philanthropy, reflection, and dancing. "The generosity of our supporters... will advance SAYA's important work in a profound and transformative way," Samidh announced to nearly 400 guests. "Together, we are creating a lasting impact in our communities." The Firm proudly supports SAYA's almost three decades of connecting underserved NYC youth to opportunities and championing solutions that foster educational equity.

Congratulations to South Asian Youth Action (SAYA), whose gala raised $750,000 last weekend. We are big fans of SAYA here at South Asian Bar Association of New York (SABANY). SAYA supports primarily first- and second- generation immigrant youth of color who face barriers against their academic and social success. Their work helps students graduate high school and attend college, improving academic outcomes and transforming the trajectory of their lives. These kids may be the ones leading the charge in our legal arenas some day. To find a nexus between SABANY and SAYA, look no further than SAYA Board Chair Samidh Guha, a SABANY fixture who we are proud to see leading critical nonprofit initiatives as he does. Samidh is a big draw for leaders in our community, including many friends pictured below (Mahesh Parlikad / महेश पार्लिकाड, Partner at Jones Day; Amol Sinha, Executive Director at ACLU of New Jersey; Naju Lathia, Partner at Day Pitney LLP; Shruti Shah, Esq., Director of Global Ethics & Compliance at McKinsey & Company; Rippi Gill Rangwala, VP and Chief Product Counsel at Berkshire Hathaway and SAYA Board Member; Tawfiq Rangwala, Partner at Milbank LLP), just to name a fraction of the many prominent lawyers who came to show support. Kudos to Samidh and the entire SAYA Board. Their event was immensely successful, and their work is even more profound.

🎶 Get ready for an unforgettable night! 🎶 Join us at SAYA's gala for an enchanting evening filled with soulful melodies by the one and only Ali Sethi! 🌟 🎤 Hosted by emcees Sheetal Sheth and Sahib Singh, with music and dancing by DJ ASH G, this event promises to be a celebration like no other! Tickets are available now at https://lnkd.in/g8ZuckzH. ✨ #SAYAGala #AliSethi

Today, Mackenzie Scott's Yield Giving and Lever for Change announced SAYA as one of the recipients of the Yield Giving Open Call! This incredible gift reaffirms SAYA's standing as an essential organization that continues to make a tangible impact on our community - providing culturally responsive programming to New York City youth while driving education equity. Thank you to our many supporters for your belief in and support of our work through the years! 🌟 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gWNYQb5q #YieldGiving #YieldGivingOpenCall #SocialImpact #OpenCall

MEET OUR GALA HONOREES! 🌟 SAYA’s annual gala recognizes the contributions and achievements of those in the community who leverage their privilege and platform towards positive societal change. This year, we are proud to honor three outstanding individuals who embody these principles—Sonny Kalsi, co-CEO of BentallGreenOak; Priya Parker, acclaimed author; and Anand Giridharadas, esteemed writer. Please join us on May 18 at Tribeca 360° to celebrate our honorees, SAYA's impact in the community, and our remarkable youth. Purchase your tables and tickets now! 🔗 https://lnkd.in/g8ZuckzH 🔗 

We are delighted to announce the newest addition to the SAYA Board—Arjun Menon! 🌟 Arjun's deep connection to SAYA, cultivated through years of volunteering, is truly special. His commitment to and passion for our mission shine through in the countless hours he has dedicated to uplifting our community. Thank you, Arjun, for bringing your leadership to SAYA! #WelcometoSAYA 

Thrilled and honored to be selected as one of the inaugural grantees by the Amplify Her Foundation! SAYA is immensely grateful for this incredible opportunity to continue empowering youth and creating positive change. Thank you for believing in our mission and supporting our commitment to nurturing potential.

In our continuing series showcasing the heart of the @jlinfoundation, we look into our approach to philanthropy - one that's deeply rooted in love, respect, and empowerment of our grantees. "One thing that we want to practice is how to love our grantees in a very counter-cultural way... more bottoms up, more grantee-centered, more youth-centered.” -Lucy Yang, Jeremy Lin Foundation "When we had the initial conversation, we didn't have to pitch... we want to show the world how incredible our youth are and how we feel about them and who they are, and present them authentically for everything that they are, and I feel like we were able to do that." -Aaron, (South Asian Youth Action (SAYA) https://lnkd.in/gW8AJzZW 🌱 This philosophy isn't just about providing resources; it's about fostering a community where our youth and grantees feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported. 🤝 Stay tuned as we continue to share more stories and insights into our journey 🔗 Find out more about our mission and how you can be a part of this journey - https://lnkd.in/d_Awg-8M

We are thrilled to extend a warm welcome to Sri Murthy, who joins us as the newest member of the SAYA Board! 🌟 What makes Sri's addition to our board especially significant is her deep connection to SAYA cultivated through many years of volunteering. Her commitment and passion for our organization's mission have been evident in the hours she has dedicated to supporting and uplifting our community. Thank you for joining our leadership! #WelcometoSAYA