2026-05-17T16:39:31-04:00 2025-12-31 990 2025-01-01 825302001 RA-VE CULTURAL FOUNDATION INC RA-V 4792832138 2001 NE OAKVIEW CV BENTONVILLE AR 727124431 Satish Ramani President 4792832138 2026-05-18 2025 2025-03-06 01:10:19Z Satish Ramani 5718 S Chanberry Lane Rogers AR 72758 345683 false X https : www.ra-veculturalfoundation. org X Public Charity 2018 AR Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation Inc is a non-profit 501C3 organization based in the Northwest Arkansas region and founded in 2018. The mission of Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation Inc is to bring Indian Performing Arts with an emphasis on the classical genre to the forefront of the Northwest Arkansas Area. The organization seeks to achieve this by educating and inspiring people to learn teach and sustain Indian Performing Arts in NWA. 7 0 5 3 0 0 220549 282584 70960 42317 432 387 17860 20395 309801 345683 0 0 0 0 62911 49526 0 0 2176 228377 186423 291288 235949 18513 109734 83390 194056 3158 4092 80232 189964 Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation Inc is a non-profit 501C3 organization based in the Northwest Arkansas region and founded in 2018. The mission of Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation Inc is to bring Indian Performing Arts with an emphasis on the classical genre to the forefront of the Northwest Arkansas Area. The organization seeks to achieve this by educating and inspiring people to learn teach and sustain Indian Performing Arts in NWA. false false 43125 0 21111 Master Concert Series - The Master Concert Series is a flagship program of Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation showcasing top-tier Indian classical and contemporary performances in Northwest Arkansas. Showcasing acclaimed artists worldwide the series enhances the areas cultural landscape and promotes the diverse heritage of Indian performing arts. Beyond entertaining local audiences the series inspires and educates aspiring young artists in the community. By providing exposure engagement and mentorship the program supports emerging talent and enriches the regions cultural fabric. 55420 0 6841 Professional Series - Ra-Ve Cultural Foundations Professional Series highlights the achievements of Indian performing artists residing in the U.S. It promotes collaboration with local talent offering the community top-tier cultural experiences. Moreover it enables local artists particularly youth and emerging talents to receive training and perform alongside seasoned professionals. This joint initiative bolsters the local arts scene and nurtures the professional development of all participating artists. 46257 0 14365 Community Engagement & Outreach Programs - Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation engages the Northwest Arkansas community through various intimate educational and interactive programs. Workshops offer hands-on learning with master artists while house concerts create close-knit cultural experiences in informal settings. Sapthaswara and Natyam provide platforms for local vocalists instrumentalists and dancers to perform and grow. Chai Time fosters community dialogue and cultural exchange through informal gatherings. School outreach programs bring Indian arts into classrooms promoting cultural awareness and appreciation among young students. These initiatives nurture local talent and build deeper connections between artists and audiences. 0 0 0 144802 true true false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false false true false false false false false false false false false false true 0 0 5 true false false false false false false false 0 false false false false false false false false false false 7 0 true false false false false false false true true false false true true false false true true false false false AR X Satish Ramani 4792832138 5718 S Chanberry Ln Rogers AR 72758 X Satish Ramani President Board Director 3.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Arun Gopinath Vice President Board Director 3.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Nandhini Varadaraj Treasurer Board Director 3.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Tom Hoehn Board Director 3.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Prathap Velavaluri Sekhar Board Director 3.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Tim Malone Board Director 3.00 0.00 X 0 0 0 Srividya Venkatasubramanya Executive Director 10.00 0.00 X X 11999 0 0 Harinivasini Jayachandran Community Outreach Coordinator 18.60 0.00 X 15875 0 0 Kai Drachenberg Marketing Director 6.20 0.00 X 5185 0 0 Karthika Mohan Sheela HR and Logistics Coordinator 8.00 0.00 X 6230 0 0 Vinitha Vijayam Ramakrishnan Development Coordinator 7.80 0.00 X 6118 0 0 45407 0 0 0 false false false 0 10225 0 0 57316 215043 0 282584 Educational Support Services 611710 42297 42297 0 0 Gift Novelty and Souvenir Stores 453220 20 20 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 42317 387 387 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 20395 0 0 0 20395 0 20395 20395 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 345683 63099 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 45409 0 45409 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4117 0 4117 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 16837 0 16837 0 7845 2984 4054 807 15556 1957 12230 1369 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 82243 80499 1744 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Credit Card fee, bank fee, Quickbooks fee 1012 0 1012 0 Administration 3568 0 3568 0 Programing Expense 59362 59362 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 235949 144802 88971 2176 0 0 0 0 5734 13148 77656 180908 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 83390 194056 3158 4092 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3158 4092 X 80232 189966 0 0 80232 189966 83390 194058 109734 0 0 0 0 0 X false false false X 228736 307541 194797 309245 355275 1395594 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 228736 307541 194797 309245 355275 1395594 721981 673613 160 197 322 432 387 1498 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 710 16 125 20 871 1397963 0.4819 0.4751 X Part II - Line 10 | Year:, Amount:, Description:| 2022, 710| 2023, 16| 2024, 125| 2025, 20| RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED RESTRICTED Srividya Venkatasubramanya Spouse of the Vice President 12000 Salary & Wages false Part V | PartandLinenumber:,Explanation:| Part IV General,28b - The spouse of the Vice President was employed by the organization through an open and competitive hiring process. The position was publicly posted and the candidate was selected based on qualifications and experience. The Vice President recused themselves from the hiring decision. Compensation was determined to be reasonable and consistent.| Part I Line 1,Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation Inc is a non-profit 501C3 organization based in the Northwest Arkansas region and founded in 2018. The mission of Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation Inc is to bring Indian Performing Arts with an emphasis on the classical genre to the forefront of the Northwest Arkansas Area. The organization seeks to achieve this by educating and inspiring people to learn teach and sustain Indian Performing Arts in NWA.| Part VI, Line 2 | Employee: Relationship: Employee:| Srividya Venkatasubramanya Family Relationship Arun Gopinath| Part VI, Line 11a The Treasurer or the President will present this Form 990 to the board for approval before filling. Part VI, Line 19 available to the public upon request Part VIII Line 1 | Explanation:| 1b - Membership dues are collected from individuals and families to support the Foundations mission of promoting Indian arts and culture. Part VIII Line 2 | Explanation:| 2a - The organization received revenue from cultural programming services including Indian classical dance and music workshops educational programs and performances. These activities are an integral part of the organizations exempt purpose to promote Indian cultural heritage and are considered program service revenue. Part VIII Line 2 | Explanation:| 2b - The organization generated revenue from the sale of mission-related merchandise including Indian cultural apparel instructional materials and performance-related items. These products support the Foundations exempt purpose of promoting Indian arts culture and education and are considered program service revenue. Part VIII Line 1 | Explanation:| 1f - Donations received from a variety of sources including individuals local businesses private foundations community supporters and public charities to further the Foundations mission of promoting Indian arts and culture through education performances and community outreach. Part VIII Line 3 | Explanation:| The organization earned interest income from its bank accounts and savings during the year. This passive investment income is not related to the organizations exempt function. Part VIII Line 6 | Explanation:| 6a - The organization subleased a portion of its leased facility to local artists and performers in support of its mission to promote Indian arts and culture. Part IX Line 5 | Explanation:| The organization reported compensation paid to officers and other employees who support program delivery event coordination administration and mission-driven activities throughout the year. Part IX Line 11 | Explanation:| 11c - The organization incurred accounting fees for tax preparation services including the preparation of Form 990. Part IX Line 11 | Explanation:| 11g - The organization engaged independent contractors to support its programs and operations including artists technicians and administrative support roles. These services were directly related to the organizations mission to promote Indian arts and culture. Part IX Line 12 | Explanation:| Advertising and promotion costs include marketing graphic design and branding efforts to promote the organizations cultural programs increase public awareness and support fundraising campaigns. Part IX Line 13 | Explanation:| The organization incurred expenses for software such as event management and accounting tools printing of promotional and program materials postage and shipping for program-related and donor communications and office supplies for administrative support. These were allocated appropriately across program management and fundraising functions. Part IX Line 16 | Explanation:| The organizations occupancy expenses include lease rent and facility maintenance costs for its primary facility. The space supports program services administrative activities community engagement and subleased in part to community artists as a mission-aligned activity. The expense has been allocated accordingly across functional categories. Part IX Line 24 | Explanation:| 24a - Bank and credit card fees reflect transaction charges associated with program registrations event ticketing and online donations. Part IX Line 24 | Explanation:| 24b - Expenses were incurred for a board retreat and staff team-building activities to support governance effectiveness leadership training and organizational development. These are reported under management and general expenses. Part IX Line 24 | Explanation:| 24c - The amount reported under Program expenses includes artist fees travel lodging program supplies photography equipment rental teaching fee school outreach community collaboration and venue rental for mission-related activities performances workshops and community events. Part X Line 2 | Explanation:| Interest-bearing cash includes funds held in bank savings account. These funds are available for operational use or other organizational needs. Header Item K | Explanation:| Public Charity Part I Line 1 | Explanation:| Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation Inc is a non-profit 501C3 organization based in the Northwest Arkansas region and founded in 2018. The mission of Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation Inc is to bring Indian Performing Arts with an emphasis on the classical genre to the forefront of the Northwest Arkansas Area. The organization seeks to achieve this by educating and inspiring people to learn teach and sustain Indian Performing Arts in NWA. Part VI Line 2 | Explanation:| | Employee: Relationship: Employee:| Srividya Venkatasubramanya Family Relationship Arun Gopinath| Part IV General | Explanation:| 28b - The spouse of the Vice President was employed by the organization through an open and competitive hiring process. The position was publicly posted and the candidate was selected based on qualifications and experience. The Vice President recused themselves from the hiring decision. Compensation was determined to be reasonable and consistent.