Founding team
Srini Chintala
Mr. Srini Chintala, passionate about helping the less fortunate, was born in India and moved to the USA in 1997. He earned his M.B.A. from Northwestern University's Kellogg School of Management in Chicago, IL.
The Siri Foundation began from a simple idea: you don't need to be rich to make a difference. In July 2010, after spending a day at a rural school, Srini reached a pivotal moment, committing himself to "just do his part" in improving the lives of underprivileged children.
He believes that with equal access to resources, every child can reach their full potential. Srini relates deeply to this cause, having faced similar challenges growing up in rural India.
L.V.N. Rao
Lekkala Venkata Narayana Rao (L.V. N. Rao), a dedicated science teacher at a rural government school, earned his bachelor’s degree from A.M.A.L College, Anakapalli. He has significantly revitalized the Vechalam village school and has been an inspiring figure, encouraging numerous colleagues, students, and villagers to actively participate in community service. Mr. L.V. Rao holds key roles as the chief functionary, co-founder, and treasurer.
His spouse, Mrs. Damayanthi, is also an educator who shares his deep passion for helping others.
Mr. Babu Rao Sureddi
Mr. Babu Rao Sureddi serves as the Chief of Operations and Development Director, contributing as a full-time trust member since June 2014.
As a science teacher at a government high school and a graduate of A.M.A.L College, Anakapalli, Mr. Sureddi has played a crucial role in establishing libraries, science labs, and smart classes at multiple rural schools.
Beyond his educational role, Mr. Babu Rao is an active member of the Organ Donation Society. He seizes every opportunity to assist others by providing medical aid, educational assistance to underprivileged students, mentorship, organizing organ donation events, and leading clean and green initiatives.
Advisory Team
Dr.Lakshmi Chintala
Dr. Lakshmi Chintala, an Assistant Professor at the University of Kansas Medical Center, brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to our cause. She earned her medical degree (M.B.B.S) from Andhra University in Vishakhapatnam and completed fellowships in Oncology at MD Anderson Cancer Center and the University of Kansas.
As the spouse of Srini Chintala, Dr. Lakshmi Chintala has been a cornerstone in guiding the Siri Foundation. Hailing from a rural village, she has a profound connection to our mission. Her deep-rooted passion and unwavering commitment have been instrumental in driving our efforts to support underprivileged children.
Pat Malay
Pathanjali (Pat) Malay joined the Siri Foundation family upon learning about our mission: “Education and access to a library for children in need in remote villages.” Pathanjali, who credits his parents for his education and social values, was thrilled at the opportunity and eagerly joined our cause.
With a Master’s Degree in Engineering and over 20 years of experience in the software industry, he hopes his expertise and passion will make a tangible impact on the lives of underprivileged children.
Vishnu Polagani
Mr. Vishnu is a proud father of two and deeply passionate about creating a better world for future generations. He strongly believes in the value of education in uplifting individuals and their families. Having lost his father at a young age, he continued his pursuit of higher education with the support of his family and friends, eventually earning a Master's in Information Systems from Eastern Michigan University.
Vishnu is dedicated to supporting students who face challenging circumstances beyond their control. He is a founding donor of organizations such as the Sankara Eye Foundation (www.giftofvision.org), which offers free eye surgeries to the poor, and is actively involved with Sneha Sandhya (www.snehasandhya.org), an age care foundation.
Former Siri Students Supporting the Foundation
Bhaskara Ramakrishna Varri
He is part of the operations team for student relations and data management.
Kumari Seelam
She is part of the operations team, tracking student's achievements and providing career guidance.
Ganesh Pothu
He is part of the operations team responsible for school visits and field operations.
