Who We Are
Organization of Hindu Malayalees (OHM) is one of the largest Hindu organizations in the SoCal area, since its inception in June 1991 OHM has been one of the most preeminent organizations to establish its footprint to the development of the cultural and religious traditions of state of Kerala, India.
OHM has been a staunch contributor to the Indian American diaspora through an array of initiatives over the years; it has been a pioneer in bringing talented artists that have mastered traditional art forms from the state of Kerala to Southern California. OHM's success has only been possible through the support of its active member community, friends & well-wishers. OHM also has its own educational initiative EducateAKid provides financial scholarships to low income students in India.
It has been one of OHM’s landmark initiatives to build a cultural center that can expand the organization’s reach and to preserve/spread the traditions of Kerala and stay true to its mission, this goal was achieved in September 2017, made possible through extraordinary contributions from various individuals and entities over the years
OHM also conducts various other events throughout the year including our annual Onam Celebrations, Raja Ravi Varma Art Competition, Swathi Tirunal Day, monthly poojas and others activity for our members and the community.
EducateAKid is a scholarship program designed to help underprivileged young men and women who have entered higher learning institutions in India. Conceived by some likeminded folks EAK is a 100% volunteer driven organization and has no administrative overheads, ensuring that every single penny from fundraising efforts reaches the most deserving students.
"Gentleness, self-sacrifice and generosity are the exclusive possession of no one race or religion” - Mahatma Gandhi
OHM has been celebrating Swathi Thirunal Day since 1992, the only event outside Thiruvananthapuram and OHM is fortunate to have the blessings and partnership of Travancore Palace and Princess Gouri Parvathi Bhayi and SIVAM (Swathi Thirunal Institute of Visual Arts and Music).
Ravi Varma Memorial Arts Competition (RVMAC). OHM has been conducting the annual children’s art competition since 2007 to commemorate the great artist Raja Ravi Varma from Kerala, conceived by a group of art-lovers in southern California it promotes the culture, arts and traditions of India, especially from the southern state of Kerala. Raja Ravi Varma, a Keralite prince, was perhaps one of the most celebrated artists from India, and a yearly art contest in his memory is aimed at inspiring a younger generation of non-resident Indians to bring out their creative energy, stimulate their imagination
OHM Family Seva Fund (OFSF) is the latest initiative from OHM to provide financial aid in the form of grants for families experiencing life-altering events such as loss of home or health insurance due to unemployment, medical expenses from sudden illness or injury, or loss of life. OFSF also intends to provide college preparation support, resume preparation assistance, interview preparation, and career guidance. The program targets millennial generation OHM Members.
Cultural Center
Our long-term vision is a center to educate society on the values of Sanathana Dharma and a common place where our seniors, youth, and community in general can assemble to promote Sanathana Dharma.
OHM long-term goal was to find a permanent home, which we accomplished in 2017, located at 9461 Flower St, Bellflower, CA – 90706. The cultural center is used for regular monthly poojas and other spiritual and cultural activities. This was possible with the donations of over 40 asset members. Asset membership is available for those donating $5000.00 and above to the OHM cultural center. In addition, those who donate will have OHM life membership privileges.