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ARIZONA TAMIL SANGAM
CHANDLER, AZ · EIN 571176440 · Form 990EZ · FY2022 · NTEE A23 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Small ($100K-$1M) · www.aztamilsangam.org
revenue
$177K
expenses
$140K
net assets
$179K
employees
—
mission · from form 990

TEACH AND PROMOTE VALUE TO THE MEMBERS

profile · synthesized from sources

Arizona Tamil Sangam is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and promoting Tamil language and culture in Arizona. It operates the Arizona Tamil School at two locations, offering structured language education and cultural programs for children and youth. The organization hosts community events, provides scholarships, and collaborates with regional and national Tamil groups to strengthen cultural identity and community engagement.

named programs · 6 · from sources

what they call their work

Arizona Tamil School
Community-based language program offering structured Tamil instruction at Chandler and Phoenix locations, following a syllabus affiliated with the International Tamil Academy.
Family Nature Walk
Community-building outdoor activity for Tamil families in Arizona.
Mellisai Maalai
Annual music and cultural performance event showcasing Tamil artistic traditions.
Sri Murugan Patham Memorial Scholarship
Provides financial awards to Tamil students in Arizona who are high school juniors or seniors and have attended the Tamil school for at least two years.
Uriyadi
Annual cultural event featuring food vendors, sponsorships, and community participation, serving as both a celebration and fundraising opportunity.
Webinar Series
Hosts educational webinars on topics including immigration, women's health, and estate planning for community members.
activities · 7 groups

what they do

  • Youth Bharatanatyam Performance & Education Programs 2 activities
    • Cultural Event Organization
      Organizes various cultural festivals, performances, competitions, and community events such as Picture Day, Uriyadi, Saravedi, Thiran potti, School Annual Day, Graduation Ceremony, and Mellisai Maalai to celebrate Tamil culture and support local and emerging talent.
    • Cultural Events and Community Celebrations
      Organizes cultural festivals, performances, competitions, and community events such as Mellisai Maalai, Uriyadi, Saravedi, Thiran Potti, School Annual Day, Graduation Ceremony, and Picture Day to celebrate Tamil culture and support local talent.
  • Supplementary Heritage Language Schools 2 activities
    • Tamil Language Education
      Operates the Arizona Tamil School at two locations (Chandler and Phoenix) to provide structured weekly Tamil language classes for children of all grades, following a syllabus affiliated with the International Tamil Academy. The program aims to strengthen Tamil language proficiency and promote understanding of Tamil culture.
    • Tamil Language Education Program
      Operates the Arizona Tamil School with structured Tamil language classes for children at two locations in Chandler and Phoenix, following a syllabus affiliated with the International Tamil Academy. Classes are held weekly on Saturdays in two time slots: 11:00 AM to 12:30 PM and 2:00 PM to 3:30 PM.
  • Arts Event Ticketing & Access Programs 1 activity
    • Event Registration and Member Benefits
      Manages event ticket registration and offers discounted pricing for members attending cultural and educational events.
  • Parent Progress Reporting and Communication 1 activity
    • Parent Communication and Engagement
      Provides bi-monthly email updates to parents with information about school activities and events.
  • Merit-Based Educational Scholarships 1 activity
    • Scholarship Program
      Administers the Sri Murugan Patham Memorial Scholarship Program, offering scholarships of $1000 and $500 to recognize the accomplishments of Tamil students pursuing higher education.
  • Academic and Attendance Recognition Assemblies 1 activity
    • Student Recognition and Attendance Incentives
      Recognizes student commitment by awarding a trophy to students with 100% attendance at the end of the school year.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Community Webinars and Educational Workshops
      Hosts online webinars and educational events on topics including US immigration updates, wills and trusts, and women’s health awareness to support community knowledge and well-being.
    • Community Webinars and Workshops
      Hosts online webinars and in-person events on various topics relevant to the community, including "Wills, Trusts & Peace of Mind," "US Immigration Updates," "Women's Health Awareness," and "Family Nature Walk."
    • Family and Social Engagement Activities
      Organizes family-oriented social events such as nature walks and meet-and-greet sessions with community figures to foster connection and engagement among members.
    • Scholarship Program for Tamil Students
      Administers the Sri Murugan Patham Memorial Scholarship Program, awarding a $1000 scholarship and a $500 scholarship annually to Tamil students pursuing higher education.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2022
revenue
Total revenue$177K
Contributions & grants——
Program service revenue$177K100%
Investment income——
Other revenue$5
expenses
Total expenses$140K
Program expenses—
Admin / overhead—
Fundraising—
Salaries & benefits—
Grants paid out—
balance sheet
Total assets$179K
Cash—
Investments—
Liabilities—
Net assets$179K
2 years on record · 2020–2022 · YoY revenue +66.6%
relationships · 10

who they work with

  • AZTS Tamil School Partner — Provides funding for the Sri Murugan Patham Memorial Scholarship Program.
  • Arizona Tamil Sangam Partner — Arizona Tamil School is a community-based educational initiative of Arizona Tamil Sangam.
  • Desert Sage Elementary School Partner — Provides facility space for Arizona Tamil School classes in Glendale, AZ.
  • FeTNA Partner — Collaborates with Arizona Tamil Sangam on cultural, educational, and community initiatives.
  • Federation of Tamil Sangams of North America Partner — Collaborates with FeTNA to strengthen networks and advance shared cultural and educational goals
  • Hamilton High School Partner — Provides facility space for Arizona Tamil School classes in Chandler.
  • ITA Partner — Coordinates membership data with ITA for Tamil school parents to tag paid membership status.
  • International Tamil Academy Network — Affiliates with ITA to maintain academic standards in the Arizona Tamil School curriculum
  • San Idli Partner — Provided food services as a vendor for the Mellisai Maalai 2026 event.
  • school management Partner — Primary point of contact for questions and concerns from parents and teachers.