About us

shanaya puri

Founder & CEO

Hi, I’m Shanaya Puri, an 11th grader from Danville California, and the founder of KindHearts. I started this nonprofit because I have seen firsthand how small acts of compassion can impact others. While volunteering at John Muir Hospital, I realized how just being there, even if it is smiling, having a conversation, or offering a helping hand, can comfort someone going through a difficult time. It made me understand that human connection is especially powerful when it comes from a place of genuine care.

That experience inspired me to create KindHearts, a youth-led effort to bring people together through kindness. Whether we are delivering dental and period kits, writing letters to hospital patients, or visiting seniors, our mission is to remind others that they are not alone with compassion.

shUBH SETH

Director of marketing

Shubh is a 10th grader from Seattle, and leads all things marketing at KindHearts. She manages our Instagram and keeps the website fresh to create outreach materials. She also makes sure our message reaches and inspires others. With a creative passion for purposeful storytelling, she helps bring our mission to life online and in our community. 

dhairya khanna

director of communication

Dhariya, a 12th grader from Trabuco Canyon, California, helps guide how KindHearts connect with everyone. He helps build community partnerships and manages communication efforts. With strong people skills, Dhariya makes sure that every partnership and collaboration reflects our mission of compassion and care.