About

Sri Jagannath Society of Greater Chicago is a 501(c)(3) approved non-profit organization with a mission to:

  • Practice and promote Shri Jagannath culture to all interested individuals and future generations.
  • Celebrate the festivals and customs followed in Shri Jagannath culture.
  • Impart the power of spirituality to enhance mental well-being and bring peace to life.
  • Educate children about our rich culture, traditions, and heritage.
  • Teach and practice yoga, emphasizing its benefits in maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle.
  • Serve humanity through charitable activities, including food and clothing donations, support for orphanages, and disaster relief efforts.
  • Establish a permanent space to support and continue cultural and educational activities.

Chronology of Major Events

  • Acquired own land for temple

    Pratistha Puja at new location.

    August 2015

  • Temple location moved to BPA Mata-Ji temple in Elgin, IL

    Pratistha of a new set of Deities.

    2014

  • Gajannan vesha of Lord Jagannath

    Gajannan vesha of Lord Jagannath on Bahuda day Bana Bhoji Besha of Lord Jagannath on Janmastami Durga Puja

    2012

  • Pratistha of Mahalaxmi, Durga Devi

    Started Suna Vesha of Lord Jagannath, Started Back-To-School supply donation drive, Helped poor of Orissa for Kidney transplant

    2011

  • SJSGC got approval for 501 C 3 tax-exempt status

    Pratistha of main deities of Lord Jagannath.

    2010

  • Fund raising event started

    Annual Food donation drive, Donation to Haiti earthquake victims.

    2009

  • Pratistha of representative deities

    2008

  • SJSGC organization created

    2007

  • Rath Yatra started

    2006