Millions of Americans continue to live without reliable access to dental, vision, and general medical care. For many families, even routine treatment can become an impossible choice between healthcare and basic daily necessities. Recently, we watched the powerful CBS 60 Minutes feature on Remote Area Medical (RAM), which highlighted the organization’s large-scale pop-up clinics and…

A longtime supporter of United Way, Sheela Murthy is the chair of the 2025–2026 Tocqueville Society. Championing the organization locally and globally for more than 20 years, Sheela is an enthusiastic and passionate supporter of United Way’s work in Northeast Florida. In the past, she has guided initiatives ranging from chairing Women United in Central…

The Baltimore Museum of Art (BMA) announced a significant endowment gift from the foundation of cultural advocates Sheela Murthy and Vasant Nayak to establish the MurthyNAYAK Global Photography Endowment Fund, strengthening the museum’s long-term commitment to photography as an essential art-form. Designed to provide support for photography at the BMA in perpetuity, the endowment emphasizes…

The Harvard Immigration Clinical Program (HIRCP) continues to advance its mission through the steadfast support of dedicated partners. Among these, the Murthy Fund stands out as a vital source of strength, enabling the program to operate at the highest levels of clinical teaching, advocacy, and student engagement. Under the leadership of Sabrineh Ardalan, Director of…

The United Way of Northeast Florida (UWNEFL) hosted its “Tocqueville Society Spring Soirée” on Thursday, April 16, 2026, in Jacksonville—an evening dedicated to honoring the generosity and leadership of its Tocqueville Society members, whose support strengthens the organization’s work across the region. Among the most powerful moments of the evening was the story shared by…

The annual gala on April 11, 2026 hosted by Community College of Baltimore County (CCBC) was far more than a formal evening—it is a cornerstone event that brought together philanthropy, community, and education in a meaningful way. At its heart, the gala serves as a major fundraiser, generating vital support for student scholarships, academic programs,…

Having been on multiple boards through my adult life and career, I have often been asked – what is it that you do as a Board member? Well, board members play a central but often misunderstood role in organizations. They are not involved in daily operations, nor are they meant to replace management. Instead, they…

I’m joining Jhpiego today for the annual Laughter Is the Best Medicine Gala to celebrate the leaders who are helping improve health for women and families around the world. Learn more about the incredible work Jhpiego is doing and consider joining me as a supporter: https://jhpiego.org/ways-to-give/gala-donations/ This year we’re honoring incredible change-makers including Soledad O’Brien…

More than 2,500 people experience homelessness on any given night in the Baltimore region. Since November, the area has endured its coldest winter in 18 years, with Arctic blasts pushing temperatures far below seasonal averages. What may mean heavier coats and higher heating bills for many becomes a dangerous, life-threatening reality for individuals and families…

“I carry deep respect and love for my late father, shaped by his years of service in the Army. His discipline, sacrifice, and quiet strength as a veteran taught me resilience and integrity. To me, he was not only a soldier who served his country, but a lifelong source of pride and guidance”. ~Sheela Murthy.…