The story behind The AVK Foundation

Several years ago, when Dr. A. Vijay Kumar was visiting Ravindra Bharati, he happened to witness a blind man singing on stage. The blind artist and his song performance were so moving that Dr. AVK felt compelled to reach out to the artist. He asked the artist to visit his office the next day and eventually offered to provide financial support for his eye operation.

Though he would come across such instances often, this particular incident triggered the thought of a dedicated establishment for supporting artists. This thought process eventually led to the materialization of the AVK Foundation.

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The need for a brand in art and
culture service

Dr. Arigapudi Vijay Kumar has offered extensive support to performers, literary personalities, and many artists over his lifetime. His social work has spanned many fields in many directions.

While he continually supported artists, the thought of centralizing this support kept gaining strength in his mind. He felt that rather than offering monetary or other support in bits and pieces to different organizations/ people, he must embark on a more serious mission to promote arts and culture of India.

Also, though his work has been openly recognized and commended by the beneficiaries, government, and private entities alike, the need for a brand seemed imminent. Considering this, Dr. AVK’s close associates convinced him to establish a Foundation which would give him the necessary umbrella under which his work could continue.

Thus, the AVK Foundation was born with the agenda of supporting poor and deserving performers with vigor.

The AVK Foundation’s journey so far

Since 2019, the AVK Foundation has supported, mentored, and provided a platform for promoting art and culture across South India. Through the AVK Foundation, Dr. Vijay Kumar’s generous support of the arts now has an iconic brand voice. In the coming days, it promises to be a mascot to which artists and cultural champions would rally.

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The AVK Foundation Team

Sri Giri Nalla,
Secretary, The AVK foundation.

Sri Giri Nalla is a performer hailing from a remote village and who has since reached great heights owing to sheer talent. Since he began his dance career, he has performed more than a thousand shows and has supported many a struggling artist. As the Secretary of AVK Foundation, he has been supporting the accomplishment of the organization’s vision.

Sri Yanamandra Sridhara Ramakrishna,
President, The AVK foundation.

Sri Y S Ramakrishna is a noted singer, anchor, artist, senior news reader and is well known for his ability to sing in more than 50 ‘voices’. He is one of the closest associates of Dr. AVK and Dr. AVK often calls him his ‘’younger brother’’. Being an eminent singer, he has played a key role in driving the establishment of the AVK Foundation.

Ln Dr. A. Vijay Kumar
Flat no 115, Maturu Apts, A C Guards
Hyderabad 500004 Telangana, India.