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About Us
The India Catholic Association (ICA) of Central Texas is a registered non-profit organization based in Austin, and founded in 2001. It's mission is to preserve the cultural heritage and spiritual values of its members, and to make a positive impact on the local and global community through charitable projects.
The ICA organizes year-round community events where families enjoy connecting with each other, such as the Easter luncheon, camping, game night, and Christmas gala. The Taste of India (TOI) is ICA’s annual fundraiser – a cultural event which showcases traditional Indian cuisine, music, dance, and attire. Every year, the ICA invites charities from India to submit project proposals. A Funds Disbursement Committee identifies at least two qualified projects as beneficiaries of the annual TOI event. A certain portion of funds is donated to Mobile Loaves & Fishes, an Austin charity that empowers the homeless.
On the spiritual front, the ICA organizes an annual Lenten retreat, and facilitates first Friday prayer meetings that are hosted by 12 different families over the course of a year. The meetings begin with a Rosary followed by a teaching cum discussion, and a pot luck meal.