Every meaningful journey starts with a small moment.
In 2012, a young man came across a volunteering opportunity and made a call to the number given, just out of curiosity. When he asked when he could join, the answer was simple: “Now.” That one word marked the beginning of a journey that would grow far beyond what anyone imagined at the time.
With no prior volunteering experience, he simply started helping wherever he could. One activity led to another, and volunteering slowly became a regular thing, not just something done occasionally. Each experience showed how much difference it makes to simply show up.
As these experiences were shared on social media, more people started reaching out — wanting to help but not knowing where to start. It became clear that many people wanted to volunteer, they just needed some direction.
This led to the creation of a simple online platform in 2012 to share volunteering opportunities and experiences. That small step became what we know today as V The Volunteers (VTVO).
Every meaningful journey starts with a small moment.
In 2012, a young man came across a volunteering opportunity and made a call to the number given, just out of curiosity. When he asked when he could join, the answer was simple: “Now.” That one word marked the beginning of a journey that would grow far beyond what anyone imagined at the time.
With no prior volunteering experience, he simply started helping wherever he could. One activity led to another, and volunteering slowly became a regular thing, not just something done occasionally. Each experience showed how much difference it makes to simply show up.
As these experiences were shared on social media, more people started reaching out — wanting to help but not knowing where to start. It became clear that many people wanted to volunteer, they just needed some direction.
This led to the creation of a simple online platform in 2012 to share volunteering opportunities and experiences. That small step became what we know today as V The Volunteers (VTVO).
As more people joined and connected with different community groups, a simple belief took shape — one that is the motto of VTVO today:
"See a need. Take the lead."
At heart, VTVO believes that volunteering is about stepping in with no expectations — no titles, no rewards — just good intent.
Today, VTVO is a volunteer-led movement across the country. It brings together students, working professionals, homemakers, and people from all walks of life. Everyone contributes in their own way, and together, small efforts turn into real change.
The journey began with one simple idea — VCelebrate, celebrating birthdays for children in children’s homes. As more people joined in, new causes came up. VPaws came together to support animal shelters, Elders Adda began to spend time with senior citizens, and many other initiatives followed — all driven by what volunteers cared about.
VTVO keeps growing because of its people. New causes don’t start from plans on paper, but from volunteers who see a need and decide to step up.
Because at VTVO, volunteering isn’t about doing everything.
It’s about doing something — with care, regularly, and together.
Our Values
Our Journey
2012
VTVO Founded
VTVO began with its first cause, VCelebrate, in Bengaluru — proving that service can thrive without expectations or rewards.
2014
VTVO Expanded
Grew into four major causes: Elders Adda, VPaws, VScribe, and VCelebrate, creating structured spaces for people to serve.
2016
More Causes Added
Introduced new causes based on community needs, including VRead, VSport, VCanTalk, VAreReady, VRecord, VInclude, and more — widening the impact across age groups and sectors.
2017
5,000 Volunteers
Crossed 5,000+ active volunteers, each contributing time, skills, and compassion to multiple causes.
2020
VTeach Launched
Started virtual volunteering and online teaching, enabling uninterrupted service during COVID-19 and connecting volunteers across geographies.
2023
Grew to Other Cities
Expanded beyond Bengaluru with the launch of the Chennai Chapter and Hyderabad Chapter
2024
Hosted 3 elders fest in 3 cities – Bengaluru, Chennai and Hyderabad.
With elders fest touched 1500+ senior citizens from different old age home across these cities.
2025
Two More Cities Added
Launched chapters in Visakhapatnam and Mysuru.
Crossed 10000+ volunteers contributing more than 1,00,000 hours of volunteering across causes.
Today — A Thriving Community
VTVO stands as a nationwide community of changemakers, with volunteers across India, and global contributors joining virtually. A movement powered by people who believe in giving, growing, and serving together.
Join Us
At VTVO, everyone can be a volunteer. Whether you want to share time with senior citizens, care for animals, teach students, record audiobooks etc, you belong here
How to get started:
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Explore causes that inspire you.
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Sign up as a volunteer.
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Join an event or contribute online.
Your time can change lives. Start today.
