Washington Indian Association (WAIA)

Our Next event : The Grand Summer Mela

-- Our Next event : The Grand Summer Mela

Our Next event : The Grand Summer Mela -- Our Next event : The Grand Summer Mela

Washington Indian Association (WAIA) is a Non Profit Tax Exempt Organization with 501(C)(3) status. All the donations to WAIA are Tax Deductible.

Mission and Vision :

The Washington Indian Association (WAIA) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering and representing the Indian-American community in Washington State. Their mission focuses on fostering cultural pride, supporting local initiatives, and advocating for Indian-American voices across civic, social, and business spheres.

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Representation & Advocacy: Ensuring strong representation for the Washington Indian community in various sectors.

  1. Youth Leadership: Nurturing the next generation of Indian-American leaders through mentorship and networking opportunities.

  2. Small Business Support: Providing resources, networking opportunities, and advocacy to help Indian-owned small businesses.

  3. Community Engagement: Partnering with local organizations to support charitable causes, community service, and social initiatives.

  4. Cultural Promotion: Celebrating and promoting Indian heritage through festivals, arts, and educational programs to enrich the diverse fabric of American society.

🎉 Congratulations Dance Seattle Dance 2026 Winners! 🎉

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Upcoming Events

‍ ‍Washington Indian Association Presents

The Grand Summer Mela 2026

Date: Saturday, Aug 1st, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Venue: Willis D. Tucker Community Park

Address: 6705 Puget Park Dr, Snohomish, WA 98296

Past Events

Annual Sponsors

Team

  • Ram Sundar

    Founder And President of WAIA

  • Jayanthi Ram

    Co-Founder

  • Priya Mudaliar

    Board Member

  • Chandra Kolluri

    Board Member

  • Swetha Sangepu

    Board Member

  • Vetrivel Periyaiyaht

    Board Member