Founders’ Journey

Spreading Kindness, Not the Virus: How We United Communities Amid The COVID-19 Crisis

When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, the world seemed to pause—but at NEST4US, our mission to serve never did. While safety concerns and lockdowns changed how we operated, they never changed why we do what we do. Rather than slowing down, we leaned into innovation, resilience, and community. Suddenly, traditional service projects became impossible. Food rescues, […]

Events & Campaigns, Founders' Journey, Social Impact and Kindness

Sisterhood in Action: What It’s Really Like Running NEST4US Together 

What happens when two sisters decide to take on the world’s biggest challenges—armed with nothing but a shared vision, a lot of energy, and (let’s be honest) a few heated debates along the way? You get NEST4US. Running a nonprofit as sisters is kind of like running a three-legged race every single day: awkward at […]

Esha Venkat, Founders' Journey, Shreyaa Venkat

Why “People-Powered Impact” Isn’t Just a Slogan

People helping people. When we first started NEST4US, we never imagined how far this simple idea could go. But over the years, we’ve seen it grow into a movement that fuels everything we do. You’ll often hear us say “people-powered impact”—but to us, that phrase is more than just a slogan. It’s the heartbeat of […]

Founders' Journey, Social Impact and Kindness

Welcome to “Inside the NEST”…Our New Blog Series!

When we first started NEST4US, we never imagined how far a simple idea could grow.  What began as a small project rooted in kindness has since blossomed into a global movement powered by youth and community members who believe in the power of service. As founders, our journey has been shaped by countless moments of […]

Esha Venkat, Founders' Journey, Shreyaa Venkat