Serve with Love & Devotion

Volunteering at our temple is a beautiful way to serve the divine while connecting with our community. Whether you have a few hours a month or can commit to regular service, your seva is valued and appreciated.

"सेवा परमो धर्मः" - Service is the highest dharma

Volunteer Interest Form

Express Your Interest in Temple Seva

Fill out this form and our Volunteer Coordinator will contact you within 2-3 days

Personal Information

Areas of Interest (Select all that apply)

Availability & Time Commitment

How many hours per month can you volunteer?

Preferred days to volunteer?

Preferred time of day?

Skills & Experience

Special skills or experience? (Select all that apply)

Additional Information

Emergency Contact (Optional but Recommended)

Our Volunteer Coordinator will contact you within 2-3 business days

Volunteer Opportunities

Discover the different ways you can serve our temple community

Volunteering at Temple Events

Help organize and support our vibrant festivals and special ceremonies. From Ganesha Chaturthi to Devi Navaratri, your assistance makes these celebrations possible and meaningful for our entire community.

Activities Include:

  • • Festival setup and decoration
  • • Registration and check-in assistance
  • • Crowd management and guidance
  • • Photography and documentation
  • • Cleanup and organization
Perfect for: People who enjoy festive celebrations and community events

Volunteering at Prasad Sadan

Serve devotees through our community kitchen. Annadana (food service) is considered one of the highest forms of seva, providing nourishment to those who come to worship and seek the divine's blessings.

Activities Include:

  • • Food preparation and cooking
  • • Serving meals to devotees
  • • Kitchen cleanup and maintenance
  • • Inventory management
  • • Special event catering assistance
Perfect for: Those who enjoy cooking and serving others

Youth Seva

Engage young community members in meaningful service activities and cultural programs. Help nurture the next generation of devoted practitioners while building leadership skills and cultural awareness.

Activities Include:

  • • Teaching children shlokas and stories
  • • Organizing youth cultural programs
  • • Leading interactive religious activities
  • • Mentoring younger volunteers
  • • Community service projects
Perfect for: Young adults and experienced individuals who love working with children

Temple Tours

Share the beauty and significance of our temple with visitors from around the world. Guide tours and help educate guests about Hindu traditions, temple architecture, and spiritual practices.

Activities Include:

  • • Leading guided temple tours
  • • Explaining deity significance and stories
  • • Answering questions about Hinduism
  • • Assisting with group coordination
  • • Maintaining visitor information materials
Perfect for: Knowledgeable devotees who enjoy teaching and public speaking

Administrative Support

Support temple operations behind the scenes with administrative tasks, member services, and organizational activities that keep our temple running smoothly and efficiently.

Activities Include:

  • • Front desk assistance
  • • Membership processing
  • • Data entry and record keeping
  • • Phone answering and communication
  • • Event coordination support
Perfect for: Detail-oriented individuals with good communication skills

Volunteering at Vidyalaya (Future)

Be part of our exciting future educational initiative! Our upcoming Vidyalaya will offer comprehensive Hindu education, language classes, and cultural programs for children and adults.

Future Opportunities:

  • • Teaching Sanskrit and Telugu
  • • Conducting religious education classes
  • • Art, music, and dance instruction
  • • Curriculum development
  • • Student mentoring and guidance
Express Interest Now!
Register your interest to be contacted when Vidyalaya launches

How to Get Started

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Contact Us

Reach out to our Volunteer Coordinator to express your interest and discuss available opportunities that match your schedule and interests.

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Meet the Team

Visit the temple to meet current volunteers, learn about specific roles, and understand the commitment involved in each area of service.

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Begin Your Seva

Start your volunteer journey with proper orientation and guidance. Begin making a meaningful difference in our temple community!

Benefits of Temple Seva

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Spiritual Growth

Deepen your spiritual practice through selfless service and connection with the divine

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Community Connection

Build meaningful relationships with fellow devotees and become part of our temple family

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Learning Experience

Gain deeper knowledge of Hindu traditions, rituals, and philosophy through hands-on experience

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Fulfillment

Experience the joy and satisfaction that comes from serving others and contributing to a sacred cause

Ready to Join Our Seva Community?

Our Volunteer Coordinator is here to help you find the perfect way to serve. Whether you have a few hours a month or want to take on a regular commitment, there's a place for you in our temple family.

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What to Expect When You Contact Us

Our friendly Volunteer Coordinator will discuss your interests, availability, and preferred areas of service. No pressure - just a conversation about how you'd like to contribute to our temple community.

All skill levels welcome - we provide training and support!

"The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others"

- Mahatma Gandhi

Temple Info

5509 Lynn Road

Tampa, FL 33624

Contact

Phone: (813) 962-6890

Prasad Sadan: (813) 212-0066

contactus@htfl.org

Temple Hours

Weekdays

9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Weekends

9:30 AM - 9:00 PM

Prasad Sadan Hours

Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri

6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday

Closed

Sat & Sun

11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

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