Our initiatives

Gracious Golden Years! Our mission is to provide opportunities for seniors to meet and have a happy, healthy & enjoyable time together. We hold seminars on issues which are relevant to senior lifestyle – such as medical management, Health Insurance, Social Security, Elder law, Senior housing options etc.

We engage our members in fun activities like – winery visits, bowling, arts & crafts projects, music concerts, summer picnics, holiday parties – with a common goal to allow them to enjoy each other’s company in their Golden Gracious years! We have no membership fee, if you wish to join, please contact us at the email address mentioned below.

The “Maitra Bandh” group has been running under the umbrella of MV Club 55 for the past two years. Nanda Padte, an active teammate of MV Club 55, recognized the need and started the group for singles in the Marathi community who could meet to share their thoughts, feelings and also develop a friendship. The “Maitra Bandh” group meets on a monthly basis for various activities such as lunches and picnics.

They even went on a cruise to Bermuda last year. Recently, in November 2024, they hosted a Diwali dinner with 20 attendees. As the name implies, over time, members have found new friends and have tied a KNOT of friendship. There is no annual fee. If you wish to join, please contact us at the email address mentioned below.

A community platform with evolving dialogue for women across all generations.  A woman’s life is constantly evolving and we play different roles at different stages of our life and each role comes with a unique set of challenges. You might be a woman taking care of a disabled child or older parents/in-laws; facing ‘empty nest’ syndrome and are looking for a new start for your own pursuits; suddenly facing a single life due to loss of a partner due to bereavement or divorce. There are many services available for us (or a family member) that we are not aware of and this communal gathering aims at learning and sharing from each other.

To mark Marathi Vishwa’s 40th year, a new social initiative, Vishwankur, was born. This program is open to all who wish to give back to the community through planned and meaningful activities.

As the name suggests, we love exploring the outdoors. Join us for hikes and walk as and when we plan them.

Events will be posted online.

The “MV Teens” initiative is for the MV Member families with children aged 13-18 years. Its goal is to offer volunteer opportunities that encourage youth to engage in social or MV events, dedicate their time, engage in various causes, participate in various donation drives, give back to the community, and create a meaningful impact.

The relaunch of “MV Teens” at MV Diwali 2024, along with their first donation drive of hygiene products, was successful. Our MV Teens group is truly grateful of your ongoing support in all forms, which plays a vital role in making their projects successful.

MV Members can obtain the registration link by reaching out to us at the email address below.

Marathi Vishwa is proud to support and recognize the academic excellence and talents of young Marathi students within our community. Applications typically open in mid-January each year. An email notification is sent to members at their MV Membership email ID once the application forms become available. Be sure to submit your application along with all required documents before the deadline to be considered.
1. You must be a member of Marathi Vishwa by December 31,2025.
2. Your applicant child must be included in your family membership by December 2025 to be eligible for any scholarship or award 2026 offered by Marathi Vishwa.
3. Please check for any additional eligibility criteria in the respective scholarship or award applications.

• Anandi Gopal Scholarship: The first scholarship is in memory of Dr. Anandibai Gopal Joshi. Academic excellence is the primary criterion for this award. Award money of $500 is given to winner and $350 to the runner up. Meet the winners of the Anandi Gopal Scholarship 2025 here:  https://youtu.be/Yx9j34rERas
  Apply here: https://forms.office.com/r/a7x1UX0kRh
• The Marathi Vishwa ANYA Excellence Award: The total award amount of up to $11,000 is fully sponsored by a family and their adult children. A maximum of two recipients will be selected, with each individual award not exceeding $5,500. The award is based not only on academic achievement but also on notable excellence in fields beyond academics. Meet the winners of the ANYA Excellence Award here: https://youtu.be/dau0Aut8wEQ
  Apply here: The Marathi Vishwa ANYA Excellence Award 2026 Application – Fill out form
• The MF-MV Social Award: Each year, the Maharashtra Foundation and Marathi Vishwa NJ jointly recognize one student for their valuable contribution to society through charitable or voluntary work. The winner is presented with a trophy and a certificate, and the non-profit organization they worked with receives a check of up to $500. Meet the winner of the MF-MV Social Award 2025 here: https://youtu.be/LJG9YYjnoow
  Apply here: The MF – MV Social Award 2026 – Fill out form
• MV Young Achiever Award: This award was established in April 2023 to recognize exceptional youth in grades K–12 who have demonstrated excellence beyond academics and earned recognition at the state or national level. Meet the winner of the MF-MV Social Award 2025 here:  https://youtu.be/nx9isAAzt3k.
  Apply here: The MV Young Achiever Award Application Form 2026 – Fill out form