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Volunteer with Pragathi
Tell us a little about yourself and how you'd like to help. We'll reach out about upcoming events, classes, and community drives.
We'll never share your details. Prefer to talk? Call 571-485-9686.
The volunteers behind Pragathi
Dedicated individuals who give their time across our programs — including the Kings Indian Chess club and community initiatives.
David Bennett
US National Master & International Candidate Master who has trained five DC Champions.
Ramakanth Dasaradi
A passionate advocate for youth chess who volunteers across club events.
Cecil Mony Soman
Supports program operations, events, and season-long coordination.
Bakia Raj
Volunteers in club logistics, registration, and tournament support.
Siva Kasi
Contributes to events, outreach, and program accessibility.
Shiny Balakrishnan
Handles communications, family coordination, and weekly activities.
Asha Madhusudhan
Lends her time and energy to Pragathi's programs and community events.
Bala Lalaji
Supports outreach and helps bring Pragathi's mission to more families.
Vidya Dasaradi
Contributes to coordination and the day-to-day care behind our initiatives.
Celebrating those who give
Bakiraj Venkatachalam
Endlessly enthusiastic about creating positive change, Bakiraj supports the “Helping Hearts” initiative assisting 40 children who have experienced loss. We also thank his wife Sukanya and daughter Tanya for their support.
Shiny Balakrishnan
Shiny keeps families connected — handling communications, family coordination, and the weekly activities that keep our programs running smoothly.
Siva Kasi
Siva contributes to events, community outreach, and program accessibility — helping Pragathi reach more families across the community.
“Our mission is to inspire individuals to achieve their fullest potential as part of their journey toward development.”