Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation Inc

About Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation

Who We Are

Founded in 2018, Our mission is to share and celebrate traditional Indian performing arts with the Northwest Arkansas community. Through real world experiences, inspiring performances, community showcases, classes, food, or jam sessions the Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation sponsors events, provides education, and offers training in the arts and culture of India.

Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation brings the richness of Indian performing arts to Northwest Arkansas through 24 annual events spanning performances, community engagement, and educational initiatives. We believe that art connects, educates, and preserves cultural roots, ensuring these traditions remain vibrant for future generations.

Our Programs

• Professional Series: This series supports local Indian Traditional dance and music artists while providing performance opportunities beyond Northwest Arkansas. With events like Yuva Utsav, it also showcases young Indian-origin artists from across the U.S., inspiring our local community.

• Community Engagement Series: Fostering cultural connections through intimate experiences like Chai Time (interactive discussions) and House Concerts (up-close performances in personal settings).

• Master Concert: A grand event featuring iconic artists, offering an unparalleled artistic experience to our community.

Collaborations & Impact

We partner with institutions like Walton Arts Center, Crystal Bridges Museum, Momentary, and local Libraries, school & universities to create broader cultural awareness and appreciation. These initiatives require sustained support to continue enriching our community.

Why We Need Your Support

This fundraiser focuses on sustaining our Professional Series and Community Engagement Series to keep bringing world-class Indian performing arts to Northwest Arkansas. Your contributions directly support:

• Artist Fees - $11,500 (Ensuring fair compensation for professional artists locally and Internationally)

• Artist Accommodation & Travel - $5,000 (Covering lodging and travel expenses)

• Venue Costs - $5,000 (Securing high-quality performance spaces)

• Collaborations - $2,500 (Collaboration with other organizations and artists to introduce Indian arts to them)

• Food Expenses - $1000 (Food and chai given away at public events to introduce Indian food to general public)

Become a Sustaining Member

To support our mission long-term, consider becoming a Sustaining Member. Memberships start at $75/year and go up to $2,500/year, helping us continue to bring these cultural experiences to our community.

Your support keeps Indian performing arts thriving in Northwest Arkansas—preserving our roots, educating future generations, and strengthening cultural exchange. Join us today!

Visit our Website https://www.ra-veculturalfoundation.org/