San Francisco, CA

BHARTIYA MANDAL FOUNDATION

EIN 81-3453381

Arts, Culture & Heritage Cultural Heritage & Traditions AAPI communities

Mission

To preserve and promote Indian (particularly Gujarati) cultural heritage in the San Francisco Bay Area through cultural programming and to give back to the wider community through volunteer-driven fundraising and service activities.

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

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About BHARTIYA MANDAL FOUNDATION

Bhartiya Mandal Foundation (BMF) is a volunteer-run 501(c)(3) public charity based in San Francisco that preserves Indian — especially Gujarati — cultural traditions through festivals, educational programming, and community events. ([projects.propublica.org](https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/813453381))

BMF operates a calendar of large public cultural events (Holi, Diwali, Raas/Garba), recurring fundraising events (annual golf and basketball tournaments), and local service activities; in recent years the organization’s annual revenues have been roughly in the $350k–$450k range, driven almost entirely by contributions. ([bmfbayarea.org](https://www.bmfbayarea.org/overview?utm_source=openai))

The foundation traces its roots to the Bhartiya Mandal Indian Community Hall (founded 1973) and continues to position itself as a cultural anchor for Bay Area Gujaratis while directing raised funds to local nonprofits and community needs. ([bmfbayarea.org](https://www.bmfbayarea.org/about-us/?utm_source=openai))

Notable achievements

Sustained annual fundraising (~$400k)

BMF has reported annual contribution-driven revenue in the high hundreds of thousands (2023–2024 fiscal filings show revenues around $450k in 2023 and approximately $397k in 2024), allowing the organization to support local charities and community programs.

Long-running community events

BMF runs large cultural and fundraising events — including Holi, Diwali/Garba celebrations, an annual golf tournament and an annual basketball tournament — that both preserve cultural traditions and raise funds for local charities.

Legacy stewardship of Bhartiya Mandal Hall

BMF carries forward the legacy of the Bhartiya Mandal Hall (originating with an India Club founded in 1973), maintaining an ongoing role as a focal point for Gujarati cultural life in San Francisco.

At a glance

Total assets: $292K
Annual revenue: $397K
Tax status: 501(c)(3)Public charity
EIN: 81-3453381
Location: San Francisco, CA
Website: www.bmfbayarea.org
On Mahalo since: April 2026

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

Recognition

Listed in ProPublica’s Nonprofit Explorer and verified as a tax-exempt 501(c)(3) with EIN 81-3453381 (tax-exempt status recognized since 2016).

Three‑Star (76%) rating from Charity Navigator for Accountability & Finance (most recent fiscal year 2024 used in scoring).

Noted in local/regional press and corporate partner communications for its fundraising tournaments and community partnerships (example: corporate sponsorships for the BMF basketball tournament).

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