Maharashtra Mandal of South Florida Inc
Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.
What it says it does
The mission of Maharashtra Mandal of South Florida is to provide a forum to promote cultural ties among people who are interested in the Maharashtrian culture and to preserve and pass on the values of the rich heritage to future generation. The organization will promote various Maharashtrian cultural activities such as music, drama, dance, literature, language and social traditions. The organization also aims to coordinate and encourage its members to participate in charitable efforts locally, nationally and internationally. As an organization devoted to marathi cause, we deliver 7-10 cultural programs along with Marathi Shala and charity fund raisers.
- Income
- $12,000
- Spending
- $2,242
- Reserves
- Over 10 years of spending
- Largest source of income
- fees for its services, 100%
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Financial health
We do not score finances when yearly spending is very small or the return has too little detail. The ratios stop meaning much at that size.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Governance
This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Impact evidence
Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.
Programs described in its return (7)
- $12,023 spent. Diwali - Festival of Lights as per Marathi culture. In Marathi culture, Diwali is a multi-day festival that brings together spirituality, family traditions, festive foods, lights, prayers, and celebration. It marks a time of renewal, gratitude, prosperity, and strengthening of relationships.
- $7,045 spent. Ganesh Chaturthi - Celebration of Lord Ganesha, revered in Marathi culture as the remover of obstacles and the deity of wisdom, knowledge, and new beginnings. The program included traditional prayers, cultural education, devotional music, community gatherings, youth participation, and promotion of Marathi cultural heritage and values.
- $2,154 spent. Makar Sankranti - Celebration of sun's northward journey and the arrival of longer days and represents a transition toward light, growth, and positive energy, and is considered an auspicious time for gratitude, charity, and spiritual practices.
- $3,110 spent. Marathi Shala - Community-based Sunday school program focused on teaching children Marathi language skills, cultural history, traditions, festivals, values, and heritage of the Marathi community through educational, cultural, and interactive activities.
- $1,479 spent. Sangeet Maanapmaan - Sangeet Maanapmaan is a legendary Marathi musical play that blends classical music, romance, comedy, and social drama. It is somewhat similar to a classical operatic stage drama, where songs are deeply woven into the narrative rather than added as separate performances.
- $20,340 spent. Shikayla Gelo Ek - is a Marathi comedy-drama about a teacher and student whose lives change while trying to teach each other.
- $3,602 spent. Vintage Marathi Music - Marathi musical program featuring classic and vintage Marathi songs celebrating the rich heritage of Marathi music, theatre, and cultural traditions through live performances, community participation, and preservation of traditional arts.
Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate
Legitimacy checks
Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.
Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.
Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.
Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated November 6, 2026.
Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.
On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.
Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.
Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.
Recognized by the IRS since July 2024.
Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.
Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.
Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.
Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated November 4, 2026.
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