Indo-American Arts Council

Indo-American Arts Council Non-profit organization that raises awareness of Indian art forms and artists.

Today, we pause in gratitude for the storytellers who move us, the audiences who sustain us, and the community that fuel...
11/27/2025

Today, we pause in gratitude for the storytellers who move us, the audiences who sustain us, and the community that fuels our mission.​
Happy Thanksgiving from the Indo-American Arts Council.

11/27/2025

As we prepare for Giving Tuesday next week, I’ve been reflecting on the incredible role the arts play in our lives. In moments of celebration or challenge, the arts give us beauty, healing, connection, and belonging. They remind us of who we are — and who we can become.

At the Indo-American Arts Council (IAAC), we feel deeply grateful to be a home for diverse artistic voices and stories from across the global Indian community. Creating spaces where artists can inspire, comfort, challenge, and ignite imagination is a privilege — one made possible because of supporters like you.

This past year, your belief in IAAC helped bring remarkable programming to New York, including:

Powerful films and filmmakers like Aranya Sahay and Raam Reddy, along with conversations with Nawazuddin Siddiqui, Anurag Kashyap, Smriti Mundhra, and others.

A moving musical tribute to Zakir Hussain with Rakesh Chaurasia and Parupalli Phalgun — blending Hindustani and Carnatic traditions.

Stunning dance performances led by Priyadarsini Govind and Rama Vaidyanathan, celebrating classical artistry and new expression.

Literary conversations with visionary thinkers including Megha Majumdar, Devdutt Pattanaik, Amish Tripathi, and Sadhguru — exploring culture, identity, and meaning.

Every one of these moments exists because of a community that values culture, creativity, and representation.

As we look toward another year of storytelling and artistic excellence, we invite you to join us again.

Your support allows IAAC to:

✨ Present film festivals showcasing emerging voices
✨ Host dance and music performances that honor our heritage
✨ Produce talks and readings that spark cultural dialogue
✨ Provide artist grants, outreach, and accessibility initiatives

No gift is too small — every contribution creates space for artists and strengthens our cultural community.

Support IAAC here:
https://us.givergy.com/IAACGivingTuesday/

Thank you for sharing your light, generosity, and belief in the arts. We are truly grateful.

With heartfelt gratitude,
Suman Gollamudi
Executive Director, IAAC

A big thank you to Elements Truffles for partnering with us on the IAAC Gala this year. Their beautiful limited editon D...
11/25/2025

A big thank you to Elements Truffles for partnering with us on the IAAC Gala this year. Their beautiful limited editon Diwali chocolate bar sets added a festive and thoughtful touch to our swag bags and elevated the guest experience.

Each bar in this handcrafted box collection is inspired by iconic South Asian flavors and crafted with Elements’ signature dark chocolate — a modern, artisanal take on the nostalgia of mithai:
* Rose-Cinnamon Sparkles – Dark Chocolate with Maple-Roasted Fennel Seeds (in collaboration with )
* Boondi Bomb – Dark Chocolate with Spiced Chickpea Puffs (Boondi), Peanuts & White Chocolate (with )
* Mocha Crackle – Dark Chocolate with Single-Origin Chikmagalur Coffee (with )
* Midnight Fireworks – Dark Chocolate with Black Salt Potato Chips (with )
* Coconut Blast – Dark Chocolate with Spicy-Sweet Coconut (with .life)

We appreciate their collaboration and commitment to community and culture

From East to West, rhythm knows no borders. The Berklee India Exchange electrified the IAAC Gala 2025 with a mesmerizin...
11/25/2025

From East to West, rhythm knows no borders.
The Berklee India Exchange electrified the IAAC Gala 2025 with a mesmerizing performance that blended cultures, styles, and pure creative joy.

From art to generosity, every bid told a story. A big thank you to everyone who participated in the silent and live auct...
11/25/2025

From art to generosity, every bid told a story.
A big thank you to everyone who participated in the silent and live auctions at the IAAC Gala 2025, helping us raise vital support for Indian arts and culture.
And a special shoutout to our incredible auctioneer Harry Santa-Olalla - Auctioneer, whose energy and charisma made the evening unforgettable!

A deliciously inspiring session as Sunita Kohli (The India Cookbook) and Pooja Bavishi (Malai) took us through the world...
11/25/2025

A deliciously inspiring session as Sunita Kohli (The India Cookbook) and Pooja Bavishi (Malai) took us through the worlds of culinary heritage and dessert innovation. Moderated by the insightful Simi Shah, this conversation blended memory, flavor, and the art of storytelling in food.

A visionary leader. A steadfast supporter of culture. A believer in the power of community. At the IAAC Gala 2025, we ar...
11/25/2025

A visionary leader. A steadfast supporter of culture. A believer in the power of community.
At the IAAC Gala 2025, we are proud to honor Deepak Raj for his enduring dedication to uplifting Indian arts and global storytelling.

Indulge without compromise!Discover a gourmet Indian basket of 10 treats that’s gluten-free, refined-sugar-free, and wil...
11/24/2025

Indulge without compromise!

Discover a gourmet Indian basket of 10 treats that’s gluten-free, refined-sugar-free, and wildly irresistible. Sweet, savory, and handcrafted to perfection—this is your chance to taste luxury with purpose.

Last two days to bid and support the arts!

Register & Bid: https://us.givergy.com/iaac2025/?controller=home

Indulge yourself in a skincare ritual born where ancient India meets modern New York. Bid on the Love, Indus Luxury Beau...
11/24/2025

Indulge yourself in a skincare ritual born where ancient India meets modern New York. Bid on the Love, Indus Luxury Beauty Gift Bag - a sensorial journey crafted from rare regional ingredients and cutting-edge science. Transform your skin, ignite your senses, and empower the arts with every bid.

Indulge in radiance. Elevate self-care into ceremony. Support creativity with intention.

💫 Last two days! Bid now: https://us.givergy.com/iaac2025/?controller=home

Grab your pass into a world of exquisite design with the VRSA Luxury Interiors Gift Card! This is your key to curated ar...
11/24/2025

Grab your pass into a world of exquisite design with the VRSA Luxury Interiors Gift Card! This is your key to curated artistry, rare craftsmanship, and iconic collections including exclusive Sabyasachi Home pieces. Elevate your space with treasures that blend heritage and modern luxury.

Bid for beauty. Bid for culture. Bid to empower the arts.
Every bid supports IAAC’s mission to uplift artistic voices and preserve cultural creativity.

💫 Last two days remaining! Bid now: https://us.givergy.com/iaac2025/?controller=home

Unlock a once-in-a-lifetime journey to Varanasi!Bid now for a 2-night stay at a 4★+ hotel with a private curated tour—su...
11/24/2025

Unlock a once-in-a-lifetime journey to Varanasi!

Bid now for a 2-night stay at a 4★+ hotel with a private curated tour—sunrise on the Ganges, ancient ghats, temples & hidden alleys.

A gift of culture, memory & meaning.
Support the arts while you explore India’s spiritual heart.

Register and bid as only two more days are left - https://us.givergy.com/iaac2025/?controller=home

Step into holistic wellness with our Ayurvedic Wellness Bundle by Upakarma!Unlock the power of ancient adaptogens with p...
11/24/2025

Step into holistic wellness with our Ayurvedic Wellness Bundle by Upakarma!

Unlock the power of ancient adaptogens with pure vegan Ashwagandha and potent Shilajit resin—crafted for clarity, strength, and renewal.
A sacred duo designed to support resilience in a world that moves fast.

Bid in the next two days and bring home wellness with purpose.
Every bid fuels creativity, culture, and the future of the arts.

💫 Register & Bid: https://us.givergy.com/iaac2025/?controller=home

Special thanks to Upakarma for this transformative offering.

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The IAAC supports all the artistic disciplines in classical, fusion, folk and innovative forms influenced by the arts of India. We work cooperatively with colleagues around the United States to broaden our collective audiences and to create a network for shared information, resources and funding. Our focus is to help artists and art organizations in North America as well as to facilitate artists from India to exhibit, perform and produce their work here. The IAAC is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization. All donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowable by law.

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