Dhruv Toshniwal

Giving Back to the Society

October 2021

Giving Back to the Society

Introduction

Joining the Rotaract Club of Nasik Youth Force (RNYF) was one of the most rewarding decisions I've ever made. Being part of an organization that aims to make a positive impact on the community is fulfilling and challenging at the same time.

COVID-19 Challenges and Achievements

During my first year as co-head of club services, the COVID-19 pandemic made physical interactions difficult. Despite this, we organized several activities:

  • Donation camps
  • Football competitions
  • Fundraisers

We worked tirelessly through online channels to continue our mission of helping those in need.

Key Experiences and Initiatives

Diwali Donation Drive

In my second year as Joint Secretary, we donated to underprivileged villages in Kharoli, Dhadoshi, and Samundi for Diwali. Collecting money, food, and clothes took a week, but seeing the smiles on recipients' faces made it worthwhile.

Blood Sugar Screening Project

We partnered with Rotary International to conduct a blood sugar level screening. Our goal was to test 100 people in one day, but we exceeded expectations by testing 200 individuals.

Alliance Cup Cricket Tournament

I hosted the first Alliance Cup cricket tournament to encourage inter-Rotaract engagement and build relationships between different clubs.

Additional Initiatives

  • Partnered with 'Nasik Ploggers' to clean Nashik's roads
  • Ran online and offline initiatives for self-development
  • Participated in The NYF Podcast discussing geopolitics and cryptocurrency

Continued Involvement

Even after moving to Boston, I continued my involvement by joining Boston Rotaract. Being part of an NGO has taught me the importance of teamwork, leadership, and compassion.