How do you celebrate Joy of Giving Week?

Daan Utsav – Joy of Giving Week

1. Give a surprise gift to the sweeper in your office/building/society.
2. Collect old clothes and donate the same to someone less privileged.
3. Volunteer for a day or more at an orphanage or a home for the elderly.
4. Stand at the traffic lights and help people cross the road.

Why do we celebrate Daan Utsav?

Daan Utsav or the Joy of Giving Week is celebrated every year between 2nd October to 8th October incorporating Gandhi Jayanti. This week encourages every individual to give; be it time, money, resources or skills. The joy of giving week teaches us the many benefits of the “act of giving”.

Who Started joy of giving?

Taking Mahatma Gandhi’s words to heart, a series of individuals, corporates, and NGOs in 2009 began celebrating the Joy of Giving Week, a “festival of philanthropy” that included efforts to create awareness, volunteering, and fundraising events.

What is the joy of giving?

when we have given something or done something for someone it actually gives a sense of satisfaction and makes you feel so positive about yourself. The joy of giving only happens when a person is full of gratitude for himself and is ready to come out of his comfort zone to make a difference in another person’s life.

What is the meaning of joy of sharing?

It is the joy they feel when they see the happiness they have brought someone else. Those simple words can often make someone feel special and cared for, and in return, make the one who said them happy. Sharing is truly a win-win! One of the best things you can share with others is your own happiness.

How did Daan Utsav start?

Between November 2008 and February 2009, several individuals and NGO leaders got together and decided to launch an ‘India Giving Week’. Thus, in February 2014, volunteers renamed the festival ‘#DaanUtsav’, based on feedback received from several people living in various parts of India.

Why is joy of giving important?

Much like an attitude of gratitude, the joy of giving leads to a happier, healthier life. In fact, generosity sets off a series of reactions in your brain that improves mood, reduces stress, boosts overall physical health, builds self-esteem, and even helps you live longer!

What is joy that comes from giving and sharing?

Receiving gifts is a great feeling but is mostly short-lived. Our lives are fulfilling when we give and share, and that great inner joy comes from helping others to better their lives. Giving provides an intrinsic reward that is far more valuable than the gift we receive.

What is the essence of sharing and giving?

“Sharing makes you more significant than you are. The more you give to others, the more life you can receive”. Sharing is a very close topic to us as it is an essential social skill to build healthy, strong relationships and contribute to the well-being and happiness of the collectivity.

What is Deep Daan Utsav?

Deep Daan Utsav is the acknowledgement by Neo-Dalit Buddhists of King Ashoka’s effort to revive Buddhism in India.