DhunAnand Foundation — Our Mission
Shivpreet Singh
Supporting Artists Who Serve the Planet
The DhunAnand Foundation, founded by Shivpreet Singh, draws its inspiration from the timeless words and universal vision of Guru Nanak, oneness of humanity, compassion, equality, honest living, sharing, selfless service, and Sarbat da Bhala, the welfare of all.
The roots of this work, however, reach deep into our family history. More than three centuries ago, the Tenth Guru, Guru Gobind Singh Ji, directed our ancestor Bhai Nand Lal Ji ‘Goya’, the celebrated Persian poet and scholar associated with the Guru’s court, to establish a school to spread humanity in Mohalla Aghapura, Multan now in Pakistan. Education and service thus became part of a legacy carried through generations.
Today, that centuries-old thread of learning and service is being extended in a new time and place through DhunAnand’s educational work at Government High School, Badbar, Punjab, India. The surroundings, methods, and generations have changed, but the underlying purpose remains to open young minds, create opportunities, and enable education to become a force for service.
At DhunAnand, the word “artist” has a broad meaning. It is not limited to a musician, painter, poet, or performer. An artist is anyone who uses their God-given talent, knowledge, creativity, compassion, and energy to make this planet a better place.
A teacher enlightening a child is an artist. A doctor healing the underserved is an artist. A musician bringing peace to the human spirit is an artist. A scholar preserving wisdom and heritage is an artist. A volunteer standing beside families in distress is an artist. And a young student receiving an opportunity to learn and grow is an artist in the making.
This vision embraces DhunAnand’s work in education and scholarships, music and spirituality, healthcare, humanitarian relief, preservation of literature and culture, community development, mentoring young people, and recognizing individuals whose work enriches society.
Thus, from Mohalla Aghapura in Multan, now in Pakistan, more than three centuries ago, to Badbar in Punjab, India, today, and onward to California and beyond, the thread continues—learning, creativity and service passing from one generation to another.
Inspired by Guru Nanak. Rooted in the legacy of Guru Gobind Singh and Bhai Nand Lal Goya. Dedicated to Humanity. Serving the Planet.
