Hindu Charities For America (HC4A) was conceived for the purpose of providing Indian communities across the United States an opportunity to give back to the communities who have embraced us and given us the chance to prosper. HC4A launched its effort in Austin metro area in 2010 by supporting 430 children. The initial effort drew over 35 volunteers from the Hindu community to bag and distributes school supplies. This year, HC4A will donate school supplies to 15% or 300 or 15% of homeless children in Austin in 2011 with the vision to expand the activities nation wide.