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History of KAKC
KAKC Bylaws
KAKC Membership
KAKC Committee
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The
enchanting Kerala, aptly called "God's own Country", is situated
in the southern part of India. Its population of roughly 30
million speak predominantly Malayalam and hence, are called
Malayalees. The desire of the immensely grown Malayalee
population of Greater Kansas City for improved effectiveness in
the administration of community activities led to streamlining
of organizational structure and registration of Kerala
Association of Kansas City (KAKC) as a non-profit organization
in 2003. KAKC was recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as
a Federal Tax-Exempt 501 (C) (4) Social Welfare Organization in
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KAKC aspires to provide a venue for social
and personal growth through family kinship, non-partisan
fellowship and the enrichment of common ethnic values. It aims
to enhance the collective identity of Malayalee lineage in
Kansas City, while strengthening their commitment to the country
of domicile, the United States of America. KAKC intends to
promote individual growth leading to societal advancement while
at the same time fulfilling the cultural yearning of the people
of Malayalee heritage through individual presentation and
collaborative endeavors in literary, artistic and social realms.
Regular publication of the KAKC directory, celebrating Malayalee
festivals, conducting cultural events, holding sports events,
camping, fishing and picnics are some of the activities that are
undertaken by KAKC. Historically, Malayalees of Kansas City have
celebrated Onam in August/September and Christmas in December on
a regular basis since 1989.
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