Mahalo
Los Gatos, CA

THE CHARDI KALAA FOUNDATION

EIN 77-0435366
Arts, Culture & Heritage Cultural Heritage & Traditions Faith communities
Mission

The Chardi Kalaa Foundation promotes Sikh teachings, community education, and cultural activities in the diaspora by publishing Gurbani resources, organizing educational conferences, and supporting community engagement that reinforce Sikh values.

IRS-recognized 501(c)(3) public charity Contributions are tax-deductible

About THE CHARDI KALAA FOUNDATION

The Chardi Kalaa Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) public charity based in Los Gatos, California that advances Sikh education, Gurbani study, and community programming in the United States. The organization maintains an active online presence with Gurbani resources, articles, English-language kirtan materials, and a long-running SGGS (Sri Guru Granth Sahib) conference series. The foundation has filed annual Form 990 returns with the IRS through 2024 and reports periodic program, publishing, and community-education activity alongside investment and contribution revenue.

Notable achievements

SGGS Conference Series

Organized an ongoing Sri Guru Granth Sahib (SGGS) conference series (annual events documented since 2012) that convenes scholars, speakers, and community members to discuss Sikh scripture and contemporary issues.

Comprehensive Gurbani Resources

Developed and published online Gurbani study tools (core vocabulary lists, English kirtan translations, vichaar essays and articles) to support Sikh education and diaspora communities.

Sustained Financial Base

Maintained substantial net assets (surpassing the seven-figure level in recent years) and continued annual Form 990 filings, demonstrating fiscal continuity and ongoing operations.

At a glance

Total assets
$850K
Annual revenue
$193K
Tax status
501(c)(3)Public charity
EIN
77-0435366
Location
Los Gatos, CA
On Mahalo since
May 2026

Financial figures from the IRS Business Master File, the IRS’s registry of tax-exempt organizations.

Recognition

Tax-exempt 501(c)(3) public charity (tax-exempt since 1998).
Maintains public Form 990 filings and is listed in nonprofit data services used by researchers and grantmakers.
Recognized within Sikh studies and community programming circles for its SGGS conference and Gurbani publications.

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