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USFED Highlights Early 2026 Community

Impact and Announces New Board of Trustee

and Media Partnership Appointment

OUR BUREAU provide essential services to vulnera-
ble members of the community.
New Jersey
he US Foundation for Educa- Supporting Community Health Outreach
tion and Development (US-
On October 4, 2026, USFED
TFED), a New Jersey-based provided energy drinks for partici-
501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit orga- pants and volunteers at the Sewa In-
nization, today highlighted its early ternational Central Jersey Chapter
achievements in education, commu- Free Medical and Screening Camp in
nity service, humanitarian assistance, Edison, New Jersey.
and sustainable development during The community event offered
2026. USFED also announced the commitment to STEM education, free medical screening and outreach
appointment of Mr. Sunil Hali to its mentorship, research, and preparing services. USFED was pleased to sup-
Board of Trustees, along with his role young people to address complex port this effort and the volunteers
as a media advisor for the organization. global challenges. working to serve the local community.
USFED is dedicated to advanc-
ing education, sustainable develop- Sunil Hali, Publisher, The Indian EYE World- Investing in Student and Scientific Building Partnerships for Long-Term
ment, and charitable initiatives, with wide Media & Entertainment Group Engagement Impact
a particular focus on underserved USFED provided financial sup-
communities, women, and children. to strengthen its public engagement, These early accomplishments
Its key initiatives include Autism Sup- expand its partnerships, and increase port to GIST Forum USA toward its represent the beginning of USFED’s
annual meeting and student-develop-
port, the Sustainable Energy Initiative, awareness of its mission and commu- broader commitment to building
ment activities scheduled for October
Global Excellence Scholarships, and nity programs 17–18, 2026, in Orlando, Florida. sustainable, scalable, and partner-
Nutrition 360. The event offers opportunities ship-driven programs.
“Although USFED is a young or- Supporting Children Through The organization intends to con-
ganization, we are focused on trans- Educational Play for students, scientists, technologists, tinue expanding its efforts in education,
and professionals to exchange ideas,
lating our mission into meaningful In June and October 2026, showcase their work, and promote ed- sustainable energy, nutrition, commu-
action,” said Dr. Lov Kher, President USFED distributed American ucational and scientific engagement. nity development, humanitarian assis-
of USFED. “Through education, hand-crafted wooden toys created by tance, and other areas where collabo-
community engagement, humanitari- Mr. Jack Farr of JFTOYS, Inc. to chil- ration can generate meaningful results.
an support, and strategic partnerships, dren at schools in Somerset and South Supporting Nepal Flood Relief “Our philosophy is simple: edu-
we aim to create sustainable and mea- Brunswick, New Jersey. USFED provided financial sup- cation creates opportunity, partner-
surable impact, starting in our local The initiative sought to bring port for Nepal flood-relief efforts ships multiply impact, and sustainable
communities and extending to nation- joy to children and encourage cre- through Sewa International following solutions create lasting change,” said
al and global initiatives.” ative, hands-on, and educational play. the devastating flash floods of August Dr. Kher. “We are grateful to our vol-
USFED appreciates Mr. Farr and 26, 2026. unteers, students, educators, donors,
Welcoming a New Board of Trustee and JFTOYS, Inc. for their contribution The disaster affected communi- partners, and community organiza-
Media Partner to this effort to support children and ties in Rasuwa, Nuwakot, Dhading, tions who are helping us translate this
their development. and surrounding districts, damaging vision into action.”
The USFED Board is pleased
homes, roads, bridges, and essen-
to announce the appointment of Mr. Mentoring the Next Generation in Climate, tial infrastructure and leaving many About the US Foundation for Education
Sunil Hali as a new member of its Environment, and Energy families without basic necessities. and Development
Board of Trustees. Mr. Hali has ac- USFED’s contribution supports hu-
cepted the appointment and will also From June through August 2026, manitarian efforts to assist affected The US Foundation for Educa-
serve as a media advisor of USFED, Dr. Lov Kher mentored high school families and communities. tion and Development (USFED) is
supporting the organization’s out- and college students from across the a New Jersey-based 501(c)(3) tax-ex-
reach, communications, and efforts to United States through the GIST Fo- Supporting Families at the Ozanam empt nonprofit organization dedi-
raise awareness of its educational and rum USA Summer Internship Pro- Family Shelter cated to advancing educational and
charitable initiatives. gram, under an established memoran- charitable initiatives and supporting
Said Sunil Hali,”I look forward dum of understanding (MOU). On September 24, 2026, USFED sustainable community development.
to contributing to USFED in its qual- The 10-week online, self-study delivered food to the Ozanam Family Its principal areas of focus in-
ity initiatives especially education, program enabled students to explore Shelter in Edison, New Jersey, oper- clude Autism Support, Sustainable
autism support and scholarships to topics spanning climate, environment, ated by Catholic Charities, Diocese of Energy, Global Excellence Scholar-
highly deserving and needy in USA. energy, AI, and nutrition. Students Metuchen. ships, and Nutrition 360. Through
Its time to give back in this wonderful conducted research, developed proj- The shelter serves single women partnerships, mentorship, financial
country which has accepted us with ects, presented their findings, and and families experiencing hardship support, and community engagement,
open arms and given us so much”. prepared research papers for poten- and housing insecurity. USFED’s USFED seeks to empower individu-
USFED welcomes Mr. Hali and tial publication. contribution reflects its commitment als, strengthen communities, and con-
looks forward to working with him This initiative reflects USFED’s to supporting local organizations that tribute to sustainable development.

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