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Join our Shadras Kitchen Team and Share the Joy of Cooking!

Hari OM!

Are you passionate about food and love bringing people together through delicious meals? We’re calling on all culinary enthusiasts and food lovers to signup to cook for Shadras! Together, let’s create a warm and welcoming atmosphere where we can nurture both our bodies and our spirits.

📅 Schedule: We’re looking for volunteers who can commit to cooking sessions once a year, make it an offering on your special day or in memory of someone passed.

🍲 What’s Cooking: Bring your regional favorites! From soul-warming Sunday lunch to homeless shelter cooking and special events, our kitchen is always abuzz with opportunities to prepare delightful meals for our Chinmaya family and beyond. Share your culinary skills and explore new flavors as we create memorable lunch experiences.

✨ Why Volunteer with Us: By signing up to cook at Shadras, you’ll experience the joy of serving others and fostering a sense of community. Plus, you’ll have the chance to connect with like-minded individuals, expand your culinary repertoire, and make a difference in the lives of those we serve.

🆓 No Experience Necessary: Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a cooking novice, we welcome everyone! Our experienced volunteers and kitchen staff will provide training, guidance, and support every step of the way. All you need is a passion for cooking and a desire to make a positive impact.

🙏 Sign Up Today: Ready to embark on this adventure? Sign up now for the upcoming academic year, with your preferred date (Sundays from September 7th 2025 to June 14 2026). Please be flexible with the date as there could be some schedule shuffling later on. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to share your love for cooking and serve our Chinmaya community!

For any inquiries or further information, email us at – contact [at] cmportland [dot] org!

Thank you for considering this opportunity to cook with us. Together, let’s create a nourishing and loving environment that brings us closer as a Chinmaya family.

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Hatha Yoga In Person Class

Location: “Chinmaya Haridwar” 3551 NE John Olsen Ave
Signup Required

The spirit of advaita is not to keep away from anything, but to keep in tune with everything.
– Swami Chinmayananda

Hari OM!

In-person classes will be conducted at

Please signup the waiver below every week so that we know if we have the critical mass for the class. And you must get your own yoga mat for the class.

Please come in 5 mins before class as we will start our class right on time. Please do not have any food intake for 2 hours before the class as it will interfere with asana and pranayama practice. The rough schedule for the class is as follows:

45 minutes – Yoga Philosophy
15 minures – Pranayama
55 minutes – Asana
20 minutes – Yoga Nidra/Meditation

In Chinmaya Seva,

Chinmaya Mission Portland Yoga Coordinator

 

    Name *

    Email *

    Mobile *

    Waiver and Release

    In consideration of my family’s participation in the above program, I hereby, for myself and my family, waive and release Chinmaya Mission and its officers, trustees, volunteers, and participants, and all other persons participating in the program, or involved in planning or execution of the program, from all liability or claims arising from any injury to myself, my family or my property. This release shall include, without limitation, all claims for negligence, and shall exclude only claims for willful injury, which exclusion for willful shall extend only to the person committing willful injury and not to any other person. I assert that my family’s participation in Chinmaya Mission activities is voluntary and that I knowingly assume all risks associated, whether such risks are known or unknown to me at this time. I hereby give permission for my family to have their picture/video taken while participating in activities associated with Chinmaya Mission. Said pictures/videos become the sole property of Chinmaya Mission and will be used only for recruiting/information-sharing purposes.



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    Sponsorship Donation

    Your Sponsorship Donation

    You can send your Sponsorship donation using any of these methods and upload the donation receipt using this link so that we can mark it appropriately on our end and prepare your new sponsor welcome packet.

    Through matching links from your corporation

    You can send in your fully tax-deductible donation using the matching links below.  We are constantly updating this information. Please send us a note if your corporation does matching to Chinmaya Mission Portland and that link is not listed below or if the link has changed.

    – Intel 
    – Nike 
    – Google
    – Synopsys 
    – Daimler 
    – Nvidia
    – Lam Research
    – Portland General Electric
    – Cambia Health Solutions 
    – Verizon 
    – US Bank
    – Salesforce

    “Zelle” to “accounts [at] cmportland [dot] org”

    The easiest and fastest way to donate is through Zelle to “accounts@cmportland.org”

    By checks payable to “Chinmaya Mission” and bring it with you this Sunday

    Chinmaya Mission Portland
    3551 NE John Olsen Ave
    Hillsboro, OR 97124

    Donate using your credit card or ACH securely

    Use this button to donate, you do NOT need an account to donate this way.

    Donate through a Paypal account through PayPalGivingFund

    To use this button, you do need a PayPal account to donate.

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    Chinmaya Mission Portland Volunteer Agreement & Liability Waiver

    1. Volunteer Agreement

    I, the undersigned, acknowledge that I am serving as a volunteer Bala Vihar Teacher/Helper at Chinmaya Mission Portland. I understand that:

    • I am not an employee of Chinmaya Mission and am not entitled to wages, benefits, or insurance.
    • My role is to assist in providing a safe, nurturing environment for children.
    • I agree to abide by all Chinmaya Mission Portland policies, procedures, and instructions related to child safety.

    2. Code of Conduct & Safety

    I agree to:

    • Never be alone with a child (always follow the “two-adult rule”).
    • Refrain from physical discipline or inappropriate contact.
    • Treat all children with respect and care.
    • Immediately report any suspected abuse, neglect, or unsafe conditions to Chinmaya Mission Portland leadership.
    • Maintain confidentiality regarding children and families.

      • 3. Background Check & Training

      • I consent to Chinmaya Mission Portland conducting a background check as a condition of serving.
      • I agree to complete any required child-safety or training provided by the mission.

      4. Release of Liability & Assumption of Risk

      I understand that volunteering may involve risks, including potential injury. In consideration of being allowed to serve, I agree to:

      • Release and hold harmless Chinmaya Mission Portland, its leaders, and representatives from any liability, claims, or damages arising out of my volunteer service, except in cases of gross negligence or willful misconduct.
      • Assume full responsibility for my participation, including risks of accidents, illness, or injury.
      • Authorize emergency medical care for myself if necessary while volunteering, with the understanding that I am responsible for any related costs.

        • 5. Acknowledgment

        I have read and understood this agreement. I agree to comply with Chinmaya Mission Portland’s child protection and safety policies. I understand that failure to follow these guidelines may result in removal from volunteer service.

          Signed by: *

          First Name: *

          Last Name: *

          Email Address: *

          Mobile Number: *

          Signed Date(Pick Today's Date): *



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      Sahayana Participation Release of Liability

      Release of Liability must be signed online -BEFORE- driving/riding on behalf of Sahayana

      The spirit of advaita is not to keep away from anything, but to keep in tune with everything.
      – Swami Chinmayananda

      Hari OM!
      Please fill this form to sign the release of liability.

        Waiver and Release (Senior Program – Including Transportation & Volunteer Drivers)

        In consideration of my participation (or my family member’s participation) in this Chinmaya Mission program, including any transportation provided, I voluntarily agree to the following:

        I waive and release Chinmaya Mission and its officers, trustees, volunteers, coordinators, drivers, and participants from any and all liability for injury, illness, loss, or damage arising from participation in the program or related transportation. This includes claims of negligence and excludes only claims arising from willful misconduct.

        I understand that participation, particularly for seniors, may involve risks including health, mobility, and travel-related risks, and I voluntarily assume all such risks, whether known or unknown. I affirm that I (or my family member) am able to participate.

        If I am serving as a volunteer driver, I certify that I hold a valid driver’s license and carry the legally required insurance. I agree to operate my vehicle safely and understand that I am acting as a volunteer, not as an employee or agent of Chinmaya Mission. I assume all risks associated with driving and transporting participants and release Chinmaya Mission from any liability arising from my role as a driver, except to the extent prohibited by applicable law.

        I acknowledge that organizers and drivers are not medical professionals and authorize them to obtain medical assistance in case of emergency, at my expense. I agree to inform organizers of any relevant medical conditions or special needs.

        I grant permission for photographs or videos taken during the program to be used by Chinmaya Mission for informational or promotional purposes.

        I confirm that participation is voluntary and that I have read and understand this waiver.

        Name *

        Email *

        Mobile *



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        Our Senior Shuttle Initiative, request a ride – Sahayana

        Dates: Specific Dates will be coordinated offline with you
        Days & Time: Wednesdays, meeting starts at 6 PM
        Sign up here to request a ride

        Hari OM!

        We are excited to launch Sahayana’s Senior Shuttle Initiative—a program dedicated to helping our elders attend their weekly Wednesday meetings safely, with dignity, and care.

        We are requesting the seniors who need rides to the senior meetings to sign up here. We will contact offline to get more details.

        For more details or to sign up, please fill out the form, and Shyam will reach out to coordinate available Wednesdays.

        Thank you for helping us bring “Traveling Together with Dignity, Safety, and Care” to our community.

          Name *

          Email Address *

          Address *

          Mobile Number *

          Number of people *

          Date of Shuttle Ride Schedule *