Seva

A Temple For The West

The Community Kovil was born

from the blood, sweat, & tears

of Kula Volunteers.

When Ram Dass asked,

“How do I raise my kundalini?”,

Maharaj-ji replied,

“Feed everyone, serve everybody.”

Seva is for everyone

who desires to do more

to serve at the feet of Maa.

Kula-driven initiatives at The Community Kovil:

man in yellow t-shirt and blue denim jeans climbing on brown concrete wall during daytime
man in yellow t-shirt and blue denim jeans climbing on brown concrete wall during daytime
Farm

Help create Maa's Greenhouse Kovil.

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woman in pink tank top and white shorts standing under gray umbrella during daytime
Retreat

Support the Kula during a Puja Retreat.

Scholar

Help your peers out with scripture.

Media
man in black t-shirt and white pants holding black camera
man in black t-shirt and white pants holding black camera
a laptop computer sitting on top of a desk
a laptop computer sitting on top of a desk

Put your tech & social media skills to service!

Maa's Greenhouse Kovil

Seva Application

We are now accepting volunteers for Farm Seva. More opportunities will soon be available.

Apply to let us know more.

FAQs

What is Seva?

Seva means selfless service.

It is the cornerstone of spiritual practice. Central to karma yoga—selfless action—it calls us to serve others without expecting any reward or outcome.

How to apply?

Fill out the Seva application form on our site.

Who can become a volunteer?

Anyone with the desire to help & serve Maa. Currently, participation in Seva is not available for children.

Is there a time commitment?

Yes, depending on availability, we recommended a minimum of 1-2 weeks commitment.

What activities can I join?

There are many ways you can contribute. Fill out the application form to include your skills, & we'll be in touch soon.

Are there accomodations?

Accommodations available in Oxnard, CA, USA are limited. Include details in your application.