Who We Are

Mission and Vision

Fostering community involvement in creative cultural events and service projects

• Inspire a spirit of dedication, service and unity among local community members, through organized participation in service projects and creative cultural events.
• Share pride in and promote awareness of the cultural heritage of India.

Supporting charitable causes around the globe

• Identify and support projects in India
• Identify and support projects in the US (Dallas)

Organizational Information

• Incorporated on August 24, 2004 in the State of Texas
• Tax exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the U.S. Internal Revenue Code
• All donations tax-deductible in the U.S.
• Tax Identification Number: 20-1541718
• Number of paid employees: 0
• Number of Board Directors: 11

Highlights

Organized and implemented projects in an ongoing framework (charity fundraisers, arts & crafts projects, service projects):

• October 2006: Ram Leela, involving 180 participants, was the centerpiece of a major community event at the Texas Stadium, attended by over 35,000 people
• April 2006: Performed at the DFW International's "Best of Dallas" program
• March 2006: Charity Fundraiser Taraana - Notes from India attracted over 1200 attendees and involved over 150 participants and volunteers. Dallas Morning News coverage and review in GuideLive
• December 2005: Choir performance won the First place at the Texas Herald competition.
• April 2005: Performed at the DFW International Program
• February 2005: Charity Fundraiser Rangoli - The Colors of India attracted over 1200 attendees and involved over 200 participants and volunteers. KERA coverage and footage used in "INBOX"

Project Focus For 2005-2006

Help physically, mentally, and emotionally handicapped children live a self-reliant and dignified life in society through educational, vocational or other forms of training and support as required.

Amount Disbursed To Charities

• 2005: $24,652.00
• 2006: $50,265.00