The World Hindi Foundation (also known as Vishva Hindi Nyas) is an educational, charitable 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to promoting the awareness, teaching, and learning of the Hindi language globally. We seek to support and collaborate with individuals, educators, and institutions to preserve and celebrate Hindi heritage.

Our Vision:
We envision a world where Hindi is recognized as a valuable, global language and actively used as a working language in public and private organizations, including the United Nations.
Our Mission:

• To create a global awareness of the Hindi language.
• To promote its use in all branches of knowledge.
• To disseminate the knowledge and values enshrined in the culture of India and Hindi-speaking communities.

The Foundation was established in the year 2000. We recently celebrated our 25th anniversary of successfully promoting Hindi language and culture through academic support, community engagement, and a vibrant cultural convention.

Yes! We are proud to offer Virtual Hindi Classes for individuals eager to learn the language. We also actively encourage and support the establishment of Hindi classes in Indian Community Centers, high schools, and educational institutions and community schools. You can register for our virtual classes directly on our homepage.

Yes, we offer the WHF Founders’ Scholarship for college students. This scholarship is awarded to college students who have been actively engaged—or are willing to be engaged—in the promotion and advancement of the Hindi language in the United States. Application details and forms are available for download on our website.

We host a Semi Annual Convention that serves as a vibrant celebration of Hindi language, culture, and community. Our conventions typically feature cultural programs, spectacular traditional dance performances, thought-provoking Hindi plays, and a Kavi Sammelan (poetry gathering) featuring renowned poets. We also initiate special projects to highlight the works of South Asian scholars, writers, and specialists.

Yes. The World Hindi Foundation, Inc. is a registered 501(c)(3) public charity. All donations made to the foundation are tax-exempt to the fullest extent allowed by U.S. law.

There are many ways to support our mission!

• Donate: You can make a secure, tax-deductible donation directly through PayPal via the “Donate” button on our website.
• Learn: Register for our Virtual Hindi Classes,
• Attend: Join us at our Annual Convention and other cultural events.
• Collaborate: If you are an educator, scholar, or community leader, we welcome collaborations that help