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As the Tamil Nadu Foundation (TNF) prepares to mark its Golden Jubilee, plans are in full swing for a grand celebratory event scheduled from May 24 to 26 in Rosemont, IL (Chicago), honoring fifty years of remarkable service. This momentous occasion will unite TNF lifetime members and the Tamil diaspora to reflect on the organization’s journey and celebrate its profound achievements.
The event promises a diverse program featuring music, dance, and informative sessions, providing attendees with the opportunity to engage with TNF’s Youth Force and contribute to the organization’s ongoing mission. Highlights include a Grand Music Concert starring the renowned “Isai Gnyani Illayaraja,” a Therukoothu performance aimed at setting a Guinness World Record, and a spectacular Tamil Symphony event. Fusion Dance performances and other cultural showcases will further enrich the experience for participants.
In addition to cultural festivities, the event will host an array of engaging activities such as an all-day Entrepreneurs Event, a Youth Conference, a College Alumni Gathering, and a Districts Parade representing 38 districts from Tamil Nadu. These initiatives underscore TNF’s commitment to fostering community engagement and empowerment.
Anticipation is high as guests from across North America and more than 50 other countries are expected to converge at this global gathering, making it a truly inclusive celebration of TNF’s enduring legacy and humanitarian endeavors. Since its establishment in 1974 in Baltimore, TNF has been a steadfast source of support for the less privileged in Tamil Nadu, becoming the oldest and largest U.S.-based humanitarian organization dedicated solely to the region.
Over the past five decades, TNF has made significant strides in Education, Women Empowerment, Rural Development, and Health & Hygiene, positively impacting the lives of countless individuals and families. With the collective efforts of TNF Life Members, TNF Chapters, and TNF Convention donors, over 700 projects have been successfully implemented, benefiting more than 500,000 underprivileged individuals across Tamil Nadu.
From aiding students in government schools through the ABC education initiative to providing relief to victims of natural disasters like the 2015 floods and Cyclone Gaja, TNF has consistently demonstrated its commitment to humanitarian causes. Notably, during the challenging times of the COVID-19 pandemic, TNF’s contributions surpassed 1 million USD, providing vital assistance to those in need.
As TNF embarks on this milestone celebration, it stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of compassion and solidarity that continues to drive its mission forward, enriching lives and transforming communities across Tamil Nadu and beyond.
