Community Services in Richardson, TX

From the Business:DFW Gujarati Samaj was founded in 1990. The goal of DFW Gujarati Samaj was to unite all Gujarati people under one roof and to promote and preserve our culture, heritage, language, social and cultural awareness and respect of Gujarat.The activities developed steadily through the past 20+ years and have culminated in a strong and vibrant Gujarati cultural organization. The foundation of our Samaj is strong due to the hard work and dedication of our past and present Executive Committee and Board of Trustee leaders, volunteers, as well as the ongoing support from our Gujarati community. The commitment of its strong cohesive membership has never looked back.As we enter into the new century, we want to lead Gujarati Samaj to new technology by providing Internet edge, allowing our youth to participate with excitement and enthusiasm, who will proudly continue to carry our heritage.With the help of every Gujarati member, our goals and dreams can be reality. We encourage each and every Gujarati family to participate in Gujarati Samaj by becoming a member and participate in its activities and help us grow.Read more

From the Business:The India Association of North Texas (IANT) is a 501(c)(3) Non-profit, non-political, non-sectarian organization, established in 1962 and incorporated in 1976. Its primary purpose is to serve the cultural and educational needs of the North Texas Indian community. IANT is an approved Federation of Indian Associations (FIA) umbrella organization in the DFW Area by the National Federation of Indian Associations.To provide a common platform to all members living in the North Texas area for pursuing their common goals and sharing their concerns. To promote, coordinate and support joint efforts in the social, cultural, educational and charitable activities of the members. To provide civic and political education to the people of Asian Indian origin, encourage greater participation by them in public affairs and to enhance their contribution to the society at large. To foster friendship and understanding between people of Asian Indian origin and other Americans. To act as a spokesperson for the Asian Indian community and to function as an umbrella organization for all regional, social and service groups in the North Texas region. To conduct and celebrate events that are important to the Asian Indian Community such as India s Independence Day, Republic Day etc.Read more

From the Business:Arsha Vidya Gurukulam is an institute for the traditional study of Advaita Vedanta, Sanskrit, Yoga, Ayurveda, astrology, and other classical Indian disciplines. The word Arsha means that which is from the Rishis - the great sages of ancient India. The word Vidya means knowledge. Gurukulam refers to a residential center for learning with the teacher. Thus, Arsha Vidya Gurukulam is a place where one learns the knowledge imparted by the Rishis. Established in 1986 by Swami Dayananda Saraswati, the Gurukulam is patterned after the ancient gurukulams of India. The Gurukulam offers Indians and Westerners alike an opportunity to study the profound spiritual knowledge of the Upanishads, Bhagavad Gita, Brahmasutras, and other classical Vedic texts in English in the USA. Located on 14 acres in Saylorsburg, Pennsylvania, a serene setting in the Pocono Mountains, the Gurukulam offers short- and long-term programs of study for guest and resident students of all ages. The campus is adorned by a beautiful temple dedicated to Lord Dakshinamurti, considered the first teacher of Vedic knowledge. Apart from Vedanta, classes on Sanskrit, Vedic chanting, Vedic astrology, Ayurveda, meditation and Iyengar Yoga are also offered. There are ongoing meditation and Vedanta classes on weekends which anyone can attend without prior registration.Read more

From the Business:At Nunmaan Tamil Academy, we believe in honouring the richness of Tamil language and heritage while embracing modern learning. From immersive in-person classes in Troy, Novi and Windsor to flexible virtual sessions, we offer engaging Tamil language programmes for both young learners and adults. Our dedicated volunteer teachers bring years of experience, using a curriculum that emphasizes speaking, reading and cultural confidence. Whether you’re looking to deepen your connection to Tamil roots or help a child grow bilingually, Nunmaan is committed to nurturing language fluency, celebrating cultural identity and empowering every student to carry Tamil into the next generation.Read more