Who we are

About New Jersey Thamizhar

Join us in celebrating Tamil culture, heritage, and wellness in New Jersey.

நியூ ஜெர்சி தமிழர்

தமிழால் இணைவோம், ஒன்றுபட்டு உயர்வோம்!

நியூ ஜெர்சி தமிழர்' (NJT) என்பது நியூ ஜெர்சி முழுவதும் உள்ள தமிழர் குடும்பங்களை ஒன்றிணைக்கும் ஒரு 501(C)(3) இலாப நோக்கற்ற அமைப்பாகும். கலை, கலாச்சாரம் மற்றும் பல்வேறு சமூக நிகழ்வுகள் மூலம், எங்கள் பாரம்பரியம், பண்பாடு மற்றும் ஒற்றுமை ஆகியவற்றைத் தொடர்ந்து பாதுகாத்து, அடுத்தடுத்த தலைமுறைகளுக்குக் கடத்தி வருகிறோம்.

New Jersey Thamizhar

United and Rising Together!

New Jersey Thamizhar (NJT) is a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization that unites families across New Jersey. Through arts, culture, and a variety of community events, we continue to preserve and pass on our heritage, traditions, and unity across generations.

Our Mission

New Jersey Thamizhar exists to unite Tamil families across the state, keep our language and traditions alive for the next generation, and serve our community with purpose.

Our Four Pillars

Arts & Culture

Festivals, dance, and music that keep Tamil traditions alive and thriving.

Youth & Education

Language classes and mentorship that raise the next generation with pride in their roots.

Community & Heritage

Preserving our history and building spaces where every Tamil family feels at home.

Wellness & Service

Outreach and support for the families who make this community strong.

Our Community Subgroups

Beyond our core programs, NJT is home to smaller circles where members connect around shared interests.

Men's Group

A space for men in the community to connect and organize together.

Women's Group

Building friendship and support among the women of NJT.

Book Club

Tamil and English readers gathering monthly to discuss books and ideas.

Hobby Groups

From photography to gardening, members share passions outside cultural events.

Civic Engagement

Helping community members understand local issues, and participate in New Jersey civic life.

These subgroups give members more ways to build lasting friendships beyond our larger community events.

What We Offer

Whatever brings you to NJT, there’s a place for you here.

Community

Learning

Celebrations

Join Us

Whether you’ve been part of the Tamil community for decades or you simply appreciate Tamil culture, there’s a place for you at New Jersey Thamizhar. We welcome anyone who wants to celebrate, learn, and give back alongside us.