Your contribution has the potential to make a big difference in their lives. Attendance in events of varied profiles is critical to the operation of our organization. Our participation in such events gives us fresh information, new knowledge, new partners, new funds, and other benefits. It’s great to provide news that people all across the world are applauding the Festival for joy for its efforts in giving back to society.

A Milestone Achieved: Classroom Support for Visually Impaired Children

This Vinayaka Chavithi 2025, we came together with a shared purpose—to support the education of students at Devnar School for the Blind. These remarkable children inspire us every day with their resilience, determination, and unwavering dreams for a brighter future.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to everyone whose generous contributions made this initiative possible. Your support has strengthened classroom resources, enhanced learning opportunities, and contributed meaningfully to the holistic development of visually impaired students.

Thank you for standing with us and being an integral part of this impactful journey toward inclusive education and empowerment.

BCT Donates Water Purifiers to PAWMENCAP This Dusshera

This Dusshera brought a wave of joy, hope, and togetherness as BCT extended its support to PAWMENCAP, a Special School for Intellectually Disabled Children. These remarkable children remind us every day that confidence, encouragement, and belief can unlock extraordinary abilities. Their spirit is proof that when you believe in yourself, you are capable of amazing things.

As part of our festive initiatives, BCT donated brand-new water purifiers to the school—an essential step toward ensuring clean and safe drinking water for the children. This contribution was made possible through the generous support of our donor, Mr. Rajesh Kallepally, whose commitment to social welfare continues to inspire us. We extend our heartfelt thanks for his contribution…

Diwali Celebrations with Child Haven International – Festivals for Joy Initiative

Festivals for Joy marked this Diwali with a meaningful celebration at Child Haven International (India) Home for Children & Women. With the generous support of TP Srinivas Garu, the team extended warmth, care, and essential support to brighten the lives of the children and women at the home.

The contribution included a range of valuable items such as a wet grinder, kitchen essentials, school shoes, study tables, library books, computers, sports equipment, a refrigerator, projector, sewing machine, and more. Each item was carefully selected to enhance their daily living, learning, and overall well-being.

This initiative reflects our belief that the true essence of Diwali lies in giving, caring, and spreading light to those in need.

WESWASAM – Empowering Rural Women Entrepreneurs

This Ugadi, we are proud to relaunch project WESWASAM in collaboration with Bhagavatula Charitable Trust (BCT) to support 23 rural women entrepreneurs in setting up their businesses, with the generous backing of NATS.

The WESWASAM project was started with a motto to empower and equip women to achieve their dreams by creating entrepreneurial opportunities that help them build financial independence and confidence.

With this initiative, we are delighted to successfully join and support more women entrepreneurs on their journey – and we look forward to continuing this mission of empowerment.

Empowering Women in Manikonda: Festivals for Joy’s Christmas Initiative 2024

This Christmas season, Festivals for Joy, an NGO dedicated to spreading happiness and uplifting communities, took a significant step toward empowering women in the Manikonda community. Spearheaded by the charismatic Suma Kanakala, the initiative joined hands with Seva Bharathi to launch a project aimed at creating opportunities and fostering self-reliance.

"Suma garu Visits BCT: Empowering Rural Women Through 'Festival For Joy'"

On August 21, in the serene village of Haripuram, located in the Rambilli Mandal of Andhra Pradesh, the local community witnessed a significant event. Renowned television anchor, producer, and actress, Kanakala Suma, visited the BCT (Bhagavatula Charitable Trust) to lend her support and acknowledge the progress made by rural women through micro-business development. This visit was not just a routine stop but a meaningful gesture in collaboration with her initiative, “Festival for Joy,” which focuses on empowering women by granting loans for business development.

Festivals For Joy Partners with Bhagavatula Charitable Trust for 'WESWASAM' Rural Women Entrepreneurship Programme

Festivals For Joy is happy to announce its collaboration with Bhagavatula charitable trust for rural women entrepreneurship programme “WESWASAM”

Ugadi Gratitude: NATS' 'Festivals for Joy' Initiative Empowers Student Education

As we rejoice in Ugadi, marking the start of the Telugu New Year, our hearts overflow with gratitude and happiness. This year feels extra special as we take a moment to appreciate the wonderful impact of ‘Festival for Joy’, a beautiful initiative led by the Northern America Telugu Society (NATS).

Partnering with NATS to Empower Telugu Film Journalists’ Association

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This Christmas and New Year season, FFJ has teamed with North America Telugu Society(NATS). The NATS along with FFJ plays a crucial role in demonstrating a strong commitment to social welfare.

A Revolution in Anganwadi Centers for Brighter Futures

During the festive season of Diwali, NATS, in collaboration with Festivals for Joy, took a significant step towards improving the lives of children in marginalized Anganwadi centers located in Bathukammakunta and Indira Nagar II.

Anchor Suma has a great mind.. She is responsible for those 30 people!

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Many anchors come and go on Telugu television. But, anchor suma is permanent. Whether it is a pre-release event of a movie, a talk show or a game show, it has to be there. Even if she is not a Telugu girl..

Telugu Vision

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As the anchor, Suma Kanakala, we all know what has been with us for the last 20 years as an actress playing in our house. She started a charity called ‘Festivals for Joy’ with the aim of serving the people.

Deccan Film

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For the first time, the Grace Foundation for Health Care, in collaboration with Tana, conducted a cancer screening test for 250 people in the film and television industries during the latest Christmas, which falls on Sunday.

Cine Josh

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Suma Kanalaka started a charity called ‘Festivals for Joy’ with the aim of serving the people. Launched on the occasion of Dussehra,

Telugu ABP

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Leading anchor Suma Kanakala started a charity called ‘Festivals for Joy’ on the occasion of Vijayadashami. ‘Padma Shri’ recipient Sunita Krishnan has donated money to 10 women in her care and set up a park for children to play there.

Industry Hit

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Speaking on the occasion, Suma said, “During all the important festivals in India, we continue to run various service programs through the Festivals for Joy. Our organization services beyond caste and religion, ”

Prajasakti

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WebDunia

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Suma Kankala, who is a busy anchor, not only earns her living, but also provides a livelihood for many and feels honored to have served so many.

Cinema Rangam

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Suma Kanalaka started a charity called ‘Festivals for Joy’ with the aim of serving the people. Launched on the occasion of Dussehra,

Ragalahari

(News Paper)

In October, Suma Kanakala started a charity organization named ‘Festival For Joy’. Since Dasara, her outfit has been rendering welfare in its own right. Ten women from the film industry who lost livelihood opportunities due to the pandemic were selected and have been provided with livelihood avenues.

Vaartha

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The Pioneer

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On Sunday, December 5, the Grace Foundation, in collaboration with Tana, conducted cancer screening tests on 250 people from the film and TV industries.

Namaste Telugu

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“Every Festval I will There With You” – Suma Kanakala

Rajesh Kumar Reddy

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Suma says ‘Festival For Joy’ will always help the needy

Sakshi News

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Suma Kanalaka started a charity called ‘Festivals for Joy’ with the aim of serving the people. Launched on the occasion of Dussehra,

Suma Kanakala has been carried out for many years with tremendous hard work, devotion, and tenacity, all to assist and uplift the economically and socially disadvantaged. For the foreseeable future, a Festival for Joy would assist those in need. With our true purpose of people’s service, we’ve reached higher milestones.

Suma Kanakala

Telugu Anchor/Actress