FOBANA: Federation of Bangladeshi Associations in North America

Federation of Bangladeshi Associations in North America (FOBANA)

📍 Address: 23111 San Salvador Place, Katy, TX 77494
🌐 Website: www.fobanaonline.com
📞 Phone: 770-317-8229

Business Type: Non-Profit Cultural Federation
Service Area: USA & Canada
IRS Status: 501(c)(3) Tax-Exempt | Tax ID: 26-1747615

🏛️ About FOBANA

Federation of Bangladeshi Associations in North America (FOBANA) is the largest and most prominent umbrella organization for Bangladeshi American and Canadian associations. Founded in 1987, FOBANA is dedicated to celebrating, preserving, and promoting Bangladeshi culture, heritage, and values across North America.

Headquartered in Washington, D.C., and operating through a national network, FOBANA works to unify the diaspora, connect second-generation Bangladeshi Americans with their roots, and foster cross-cultural understanding with other communities. It operates under the slogan:
“FOBANA is an institution, not just an annual convention.”

🌐 Key Objectives

• Organize bi-annual national conventions celebrating Bangladeshi arts, culture, and innovation
• Hold seminars on national and international Bangladeshi issues
• Showcase youth talents, leadership, and entrepreneurship
• Support senior citizens and promote women’s leadership
• Maintain strong US-Canada-Bangladesh relations
• Facilitate multicultural engagement and diversity celebrations
• Provide scholarship programs and foundation access
• Serve as a platform for lobbying and community empowerment

🤝 Executive Member Organizations (Selected)

• Bangladesh American Association of Georgia (BAAG)
• Bangladesh Association of Greater Washington DC
• Bangladesh Association of Houston (BAH), TX
• Bangladesh Association of North Texas (BANT), TX
• Bangladesh Association of New Jersey (BANJ), NJ
• Bangladesh Community of Greater Chicago (BCGC), IL
• Bangladesh Association of Montreal, Canada
• Drama Circle, New York
• Texas Bengali Cultural Alliance (TBCA), TX 
  (and many more)

🧩 Standing Committees Include

• Women Empowerment Committee
• Business & Investment Committee
• Cultural Committee
• Youth Forum Committee
• Bangladesh Liaison Committee
• Constitution & Legal Review
• Seminar & Media Outreach
• Membership Review & Unification

💼 Membership & Fees

• Organization Registration: $250 (Includes AGM voting & performance slot)
• Annual Organization Membership: $50
• Annual EC (Individual) Membership: $50

✅ Why Join FOBANA?

✔ A symbol of unity, pride, and cultural resilience
✔ National platform to promote Bangladeshi identity
✔ Opportunities for leadership, performance & advocacy
✔ Recognized voice for Bangladeshis in the USA & Canada

FOBANA – Bridging the Bangladeshi Diaspora Across Borders.
Celebrate Culture. Empower Community. Inspire Generations.