The quote originally attributed to the Roman playwright, Terence (c. 190-159 B.C.), says that charity begins at home. In a world that is made ever smaller by far-flung family members, the six degrees of separation, and by cultures and policies that reach into the most remote locations, home is the global village and our responsibility extends everywhere.
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The Murthy Foundation was begun in response to 9/11; the day our world was changed forever. We support a number of organizations and causes in Maryland, in the United States, and in India. Since our founding, we have also experienced the devastation of the Tsunami and Katrina. As the 5th anniversary of 9/11 draws near, we encourage others to do their part in support of their communities - locally and globally.
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Attorney Murthy on the Go in Turkey
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Attorney Sheela Murthy has recently returned from a tour of Turkey with a group of professionals from the United States. The trip was sponsored by the Maryland Institute for Dialogue, promoting democracy and justice through understanding and acceptance. They met with officials and leaders who are also dedicated to intercultural dialogue. Attorney Murthy and her travel companions visited institutions significant in the purpose of furthering an intercultural exchange of ideas, including the Journalists and Writers Foundation, various universities, radio and TV stations, museums, and others. This was an enlightening and intriguing experience!
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The United Way
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Attorney Murthy is an ambassador for the United Way of Central Maryland and is serving a two-year term as co-chair of their Women's Leadership Council. She is involved with United Way International, with the goal of helping them to expand their operations in countries like India, encouraging businesses and individuals in developing countries to contribute to charities. Of particular note is the accountability of funds. Also important to many is the fact that donations are used primarily in the country where they originate, to help communities with needs ranging from basic housing and education to disaster relief. Contributors who are located in the United States are able to take advantage of the tax break granted to those giving to 501(c)(3) organizations. Plans have begun for United Way expansion into many other cities in countries where operations have started and into additional countries, as well.
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AKKA World Kannada Conference 2006
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Thousands of Kannadigas attended the world conference held over Labor Day weekend in Baltimore, MD. The Association of Kannada Kootas of America (AKKA) organized this huge biennial event, of which the Murthy Foundation was a special sponsor. It showcased the business and cultural talents of many who hail from the state of Karnataka in India.
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Attorney Murthy was warmly received at the conference. In addition to being a special sponsor and featured speaker, she participated in a legal panel for the business forum. Ms. Murthy was also highlighted in the women's forum, where she spoke on "The Secrets of a Successful CEO."
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YWCA, the Girl Scouts, and Other Involvement

• Attorney Carla O'Donoghue of the Murthy Law Firm (MLF) is currently serving a two-year term as President of the YWCA of Central Maryland. Nationally, this is the largest and oldest organization for women. Currently working to eliminate racism and empower women.
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• Sheela Murthy is serving a two-year term on the Board of Directors for the Girl Scouts of Central Maryland, where she began the Sheela Murthy Circle of Philanthropy to encourage others in the Baltimore area to give to the Girl Scouts or to other projects or causes in which they believe.
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• MLF is a Platinum Sponsor of Suited to Succeed. This worthwhile organization helps women in difficult situations to gain the appropriate suits or work clothes needed in order to interview and begin employment. Dana Delott, also an MLF attorney, currently serves on their Board of Directors.