Join us for Taste of India
An enchanting evening celebrating the rich heritage, melodic music, and delicious cuisine of India—all for a great cause!
At this special event, you will encounter not only a spectacular cultural experience, but an opportunity to help people in need and bring hope to communities. All proceeds will go towards supporting charitable initiatives in India and Austin.
Here is a slice of the enchantment in store…You will find yourself transported to a land thousand’s of miles away as you become immersed in the vibrant rhythms of India’s traditional and diverse music and dance performances;
Your mouth will water in anticipation, as the aroma of India’s delicious cuisine wafts around you;
Want a touch of something classy, elegant, and unique – the Silent Auction promises just that!
The enormity of the needs of our fellow brothers and sisters– here in Austin and in India, is sure to touch your heart. Every ticket will help raise urgently needed dollars to aid Mobile Loaves and Fishes, and St. Vincent de Paul organizations in Austin and Vimukti project in India.
Purchase your ticket here, and step into Taste of India on April 26th at St. Thomas More Parish Activity Center, 6 pm – 10 pm.
Enjoy a marvelous evening, while empowering our marginalized fellow citizens to enjoy a chance at life with dignity!
TOI 2025 Fundraiser Beneficiary
Vimukti Project in Karnataka, India
We are happy to announce that the charity project selected for TOI 2025 is the Vimukti Project's proposal to build/restore homes in Raichur District, Karnataka. The request is for US $20,000. We have an assurance from Fr. Sathish Fernandes of the Vimukti Project for the following:
- The funds will be used exclusively for the project and no other purpose.
- The Vimukti Project will build/restore 4 homes for an estimated cost of 3.5 lakhs.
- Fr. Sathish stated that the restoration of a home can take 1.5 months to 2 months if all the funds are available.
- Vimukti Project will work with the FDC to define the milestones that need to be completed for funds to be disbursed.
- The FDC established that the project will be done in phases and based on milestones.
- Once the TOI Fundraiser is complete, a conference call will be held by the FDC with Fr. Sathish.
- The first set of funds will be send to build/restore the first two homes.
- Once pictures/progress is documented to the FDC of the first two homes, the remainder of the funds will be sent.