== Indian Cultural Soceity of Jacksonville == 

  
 ICS is a non-profit organization that is run by unpaid volunteers.  
 Thousands of people representing several Indian cultures contribute to the success and growth of ICS every year.  
 It is  a non-religious cultural organization aimed at people of Indian origin and people interested in the Indian culture. 
 ICS is certified by the State of Florida as a non-profile organisation and also by IRS as a 501(c)3 non-profit.  

 History 

 ICS was formed in Jacksonville, FL in 1972 to promote and celebrate Indian cultural and national programs. Since then, ICS enriched the lives of thousands of people interested in Indian culture, of Indian background or otherwise. The management of ICS has changed every year, but the fundamentals of the organization have remained the same - namely, serving the community. 

 Events 

 ICS celebrates several Indian holidays and festivals, including India Day (Republic Day of India), Holi (Spring Festival), Independence Day of India, and Diwali (Fall Holiday Festival) 

 Membership 

 We raise our funds through membership fees, sponsorships, donations, fund-raisers and sales through volunteers. We have a large base of members, as well as of non-members who attend our events. Members get admission for free or at discounted rates.