Success Story
Networking for Good 2026
Networking for Good brought together local businesses, community members, sponsors, and young leaders for an evening of connection and purpose at The Winery at Bull Run. Guests enjoyed networking, interactive vendor experiences, a silent auction, and inspiring remarks from Touching Heart youth leaders Varsha Ayala and Thiago Hardy. Thanks to the generosity of our sponsors,…
Read MoreFood for Families
As part of the Touching Heart Leadership Program, Sanjay recently completed a community food drive called Food for Families to help support families and individuals in need. Sanjay organized the drive at Walmart and collected food donations from generous members of the community. All of the collected items were donated to Anna Sudha Food Kitchens…
Read MoreToys of Joy
As part of the Touching Heart Leadership Program, Krsna led a meaningful service project called Toys of Joy. Through his project, Krsna helped grant wishes for children at Children’s National Hospital by donating gifts from the hospital’s wish list to help brighten the days of the children they serve. But the impact of the project…
Read MoreBooks to Break Barriers
As part of the Touching Heart Leadership Program, student leader Thiago Hardy turned an idea into meaningful impact through his project, Books to Break Barriers. In May of 2026, Thiago collected and delivered more than 300 books to students and families at Tuscarora Elementary School during the school’s Literacy Night event. Throughout the project, he…
Read MoreSanta’s Workshop 2025
On December 6, 2025, our Junior Board hosted Touching Heart’s 9th Annual Santa’s Workshop at the beautiful Fleetwood Farm Winery, bringing together kids, families, and community partners in the spirit of giving. Guests enjoyed wrapping gifts, crafts, gingerbread houses, hot chocolate, and fun visits from WUSA9 Great Day Washington host Elaine Espinola and Washington Redskins…
Read MoreArjun’s Mission: Making a Difference in India
On Arjun’s first mission trip to India, the care packages went to poor children on the streets of India. On the second mission trip, the care packages went to young women in an orphanage setting. These care packages had curated items specifically for the young women. On Arjun’s third trip to India, in December 2023,…
Read MoreBack to School Supply Drive 2023
Touching Heart held a Back to School Supply Drive in August 2023. We collected school supplies and backpacks that were donated to kids in foster care (Fairfax County) and local families in need. Thank you to Greg Adgate and Salesforce’s Asiapacforce and Women’s Network for donating to this cause, as well as to everyone who…
Read MoreFamily Fun Community Day 2023
Our Family Fun Community Day event, which took place on April 29 2023, was a great success! Families and friends came together and enjoyed a fun-filled day of games and service projects at Dulles Golf Center and Sports Park in Sterling, VA. Kids wrote cards of caring, painted kindness rocks, and made tie blankets for…
Read MoreSanta’s Workshop 2022
Touching Heart’s 7th Annual Santa’s Workshop brought friends and family together to share some holiday magic with those who need it most. Because our supporters so generously donated toys and time, so many children and families could forget their worries and truly enjoy the holiday season! Holiday crafts, yummy treats, festive music, and a visit…
Read MoreSanta’s Workshop DC – 2021
Touching Heart’s 6th Annual Santa’s Workshop brought friends and family together to share some holiday magic with those who need it most. Because our supporters so generously donated toys and time, so many children and families could forget their worries and truly enjoy the holiday season! Holiday crafts, yummy treats, festive music and a visit…
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