About Us
American Welcome Association
The AWA, originally founded as the American Women’s Club and known today as the American Welcome Association, has been serving Americans living in and around New Delhi since 1947. Membership is open to all U.S. citizens (and their spouses) and entitles them to participate in all services and activities sponsored by the AWA. We encourage and enable members to serve others and volunteer to enrich our experiences and the lives of others in incredible India.
Objectives:
- Facilitate social and cultural activities among Americans living in and around New Delhi.
- Provide educational and philanthropic programs such as the AWA Library and Thrift Shop.
- Generate funds and volunteers to support our organization and its philanthropic projects.
Philanthropy
The AWA's Outreach Committee, launched in 1982 as our social services arm, solicits, reviews and discusses proposals from charitable organizations within New Delhi-NCR (shelters, schools, clinics, etc.) requesting specific types of support. After conducting a site visit and assessment, the committee strives to address its needs within the scope of AWA’s goals and guidelines. NGO partners with merchandise for sale are also invited to participate at the AWA Winter Mela.
For More Information: info@awadelhi.org
Library
The AWA Library is a collection of hundreds of English-language materials for children, young adults and adults. Volunteers are needed to work on digitizing our collection, plan Story Time activities for young readers, and organize and promote our seasonal used book sales (proceeds to benefit AWA's philanthropic activities).
Regular Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Story Time: By Appointment
Thrift Shop
The AWA Thrift Shop collects new or pre-loved clothes, shoes, toys and baby gear for affordable sale to the local community every Friday.
Sales proceeds support AWA's philanthropic activities; items that remain unsold are donated to AWA's NGO and community partners that may repurpose the materials.
Donation Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Shopping Hours: Tuesday and Friday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Mela
The AWA Winter Mela is a festive and family-friendly annual charity fundraiser featuring holiday shopping booths, NGO stalls, food vendors, live entertainment, raffle prizes and more! Proceeds support AWA's philanthropic activities and community partners. For more information, please email awamela@awadelhi.org.
Events
Community-building social and cultural events for AWA members and guests include our annual Halloween party, Thanksgiving luncheon at the U.S. Embassy, Mardis Gras house party, coffee mornings, cocktail evenings, and more!
Join Us!
U.S. citizens and spouses of U.S. citizens are eligible for full AWA membership and benefits.
One year: 1500 INR
Two years: 2500 INR
American Welcome Association
Founded in 1947, the AWA brings together U.S. citizens and spouses in New Delhi, India for charitable, educational, social and cultural activities. Members and guests are welcome to visit our Welcome Center, Library, and Thrift Shop during business hours or by appointment. Like us on Facebook at @AWANewDelhi, too!
Schedule a donation or visit
American Welcome Association
AWA (American Welcome Association), Gate D, Chanakyapuri, New Delhi, Delhi, India
Email: info@awadelhi.org Mobile: +91 9319587788
Hours
Open today | 09:00 am – 04:00 pm |
The AWA Office, Thrift Shop, and Library are also open on the first Saturday of every month, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
In light of U.S. and Indian holiday observances, our office will be closed to the public on Oct. 2 and Oct. 31.
