Inspired by the legacy of Bhagat Puran Singh Ji, a humanitarian who dedicated his life to serving the most vulnerable populations, the Bhagat Puran Singh Health Initiative at ASU represents a modern manifestation of selfless service and community care. Based in Tempe, Arizona, this student organization embodies the principles of its namesake—a man who built India's largest free healthcare institution while living without personal means. BPSHI channels that same spirit of devotion through volunteer-driven health initiatives that prioritize the dignity and wellness of every person served.
The organization began with a small group of passionate students who organized their first free health screening at a local gurudwara, sparking a movement that has grown across multiple states and communities. Today, BPSHI operates as a registered non-profit with chapters throughout California, Chicago, and Philadelphia, each working to initiate meaningful health conversations and provide accessible resources to their neighbors. What distinguishes BPSHI is its commitment to recognizing the humanity in everyone and fostering equal exchanges of knowledge rather than top-down service delivery.
BPSHI's mission extends beyond clinical care to advocate for community-based wellness that respects cultural contexts and individual circumstances. The organization believes in innovation that breaks barriers and stigmas, community responsibility that develops human-centered solutions, and accessibility that ensures healthcare reaches those most in need. Through their work in the Tempe community and beyond, BPSHI volunteers demonstrate that healthcare transformation happens when service is guided by humility, listening, and genuine partnership with the communities being served.
Tempe, AZ