
Gujarati Cultural Association of Bay
Area (GCA) was established in 1979. GCA was established
to fulfill and maintain the cultural heritage of the
community that originates from the state of Gujarat
in India. Currently the Gujarati population in Bay Area
is around 7000 to 10000. Current GCA roster has 3060
members. The education level within the community is
varied. However it can be safely assumed that most are
at least high school graduates. Many have advance degrees
in Engineering, Medicine and Business.
The goals of GCA include providing
a climate for conducting charitable functions and religious
activities; perpetuating the cultural aspects such as
fine arts, music, dance, etc; conducting programs of
entertainment value such as drama, movies, etc; conducting
educational programs (language classes, etc) and other
services to the Gujarati community as shall be decided
by the members and Board of Directors; and to promote
and foster amongst all people a spirit of goodwill,
understanding and devotion.
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