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Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation Inc

EIN 82-5302001 · Bentonville, AR

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood86 out of 100GovernanceFair66 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation Inc is a non-profit 501C3 organization based in the Northwest Arkansas region and founded in 2018. The mission of Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation Inc is to bring Indian Performing Arts with an emphasis on the classical genre to the forefront of the Northwest Arkansas Area. The organization seeks to achieve this by educating and inspiring people to learn teach and sustain Indian Performing Arts in NWA.

Income
$345,683
Spending
$235,949
Spent on programs
61%
Reserves
9.7 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 65%
Employees
5
Volunteers
3
Highest pay
$15,875, community outreach coordinator

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 86 out of 100. Higher than 71% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, $250k to $1m).

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 9.7 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 2% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    15 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 32% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 12% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    8 of 15

    61% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 1 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Fair: 66 out of 100. Higher than 41% of charities in its peer group (arts and culture, $250k to $1m).

  • Independent board

    5 of 25

    0 of 7 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    15 of 15

    Has a written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    8 of 8

    Has a written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    7 of 7

    Has a written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    10 of 10

    Gave the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    0 of 5

    Reports no independent review process for its chief executive's pay.

  • Independent check of accounts

    6 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 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 (3)
  1. $43,125 spent. Master Concert Series - The Master Concert Series is a flagship program of Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation showcasing top-tier Indian classical and contemporary performances in Northwest Arkansas. Showcasing acclaimed artists worldwide the series enhances the areas cultural landscape and promotes the diverse heritage of Indian performing arts. Beyond entertaining local audiences the series inspires and educates aspiring young artists in the community. By providing exposure engagement and mentorship the program supports emerging talent and enriches the regions cultural fabric.
  2. $55,420 spent. Professional Series - Ra-Ve Cultural Foundations Professional Series highlights the achievements of Indian performing artists residing in the U.S. It promotes collaboration with local talent offering the community top-tier cultural experiences. Moreover it enables local artists particularly youth and emerging talents to receive training and perform alongside seasoned professionals. This joint initiative bolsters the local arts scene and nurtures the professional development of all participating artists.
  3. $46,257 spent. Community Engagement & Outreach Programs - Ra-Ve Cultural Foundation engages the Northwest Arkansas community through various intimate educational and interactive programs. Workshops offer hands-on learning with master artists while house concerts create close-knit cultural experiences in informal settings. Sapthaswara and Natyam provide platforms for local vocalists instrumentalists and dancers to perform and grow. Chai Time fosters community dialogue and cultural exchange through informal gatherings. School outreach programs bring Indian arts into classrooms promoting cultural awareness and appreciation among young students. These initiatives nurture local talent and build deeper connections between artists and audiences.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2025, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. 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 September 7, 2026.

  2. 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 September 30, 2026.

  3. 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 September 10, 2026.

  4. 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 September 7, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since July 2018.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  6. 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 October 7, 2026.

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