Uniting Jats for Selfless Common Noble Causes
JAT HERITAGE CONVENTION 2026
San Francisco, California
August 7th, 8th-9th, 2026
Organized by :
Bay Area Jat Association (BAJA)
Jat Cultural Society, BC
South California Jat Association
North American Jaat Heritage Foundation
Heritage Village Award
Nurture your roots. Strengthen a village.
Our community is a beacon of pride and resilience, deeply rooted in rich cultural heritage. Guided by the strength of our villages and the unity of our people, we continue to uplift and empower every member of the global family.
As we gather for the 3rd Jat Heritage Convention 2026, we embrace this moment to honor our past and present, and strengthen our future.
The Heritage Village Award brings us together in a shared mission to preserve our cultural legacy. Through this collective effort, the community is contributing $5000 to put toward a noble cause in that village - clean water, a school, a clinic, whatever it needs most.
Open to every community, this award lets you nominate your ancestral village for just $10. One Village will be chosen at random during the third Jat Convention in August 2026. You do not need to attend the convention to take part in this award.
JAT RATAN North America Award
Honoring Service • Celebrating Heritage • Recognizing Community Heroes
Our heritage has always been defined by care, service, and unwavering hard work. Across generations, our community has been uplifted by individuals whose dedication - both seen and unseen - has strengthened our collective identity. Many of these heroes serve quietly, without expectation, yet their impact is profound.
At our first Jat Heritage Convention in 2022, we honored Dr. Ram Chander Dahiya and Mrs. Prem Kadyan with the Pagri Ceremony. In 2024, at the Global Jat Convention in Toronto, Mr. Ram S. Arya was recognized for his distinguished service.
The North American Jat Heritage Foundation is proud to continue this tradition of honoring service. Beginning with the Jat Heritage Convention 2026, we will recognize outstanding individuals with the JAT RATAN North America Award. This award celebrates those who embody the highest values of our community service, integrity, compassion, and commitment to humanity. It will be presented every two years.
If you know a heard or unheard hero whose service deserves recognition, please submit their nomination through the official form below. It will be our honor to take it forward.
JAAT HERITAGE FARM
Skillman, New Jersey
Jat community across North America is working hard to establish a physical structure “ THE JAT BHAWAN “A place of pride and in time of need. On February 13, 2026 (on the occasion of Maharaja Surajmal birthday) members of North East AJA took the first step in founding “JAAT HERITAGE FARM“ route 518 Skillman, New Jersey. It’s a historical step towards JAT BHAWAN.
Matrimonial
As times and society change, things change. Arranged marriage system is becoming obsolete. Communities are struggling to find solutions for matrimonials. NORTH AMERICAN JAAT HERITAGE FOUNDATION matrimonial services are an effort to find a solution. It’s an effort to help our youth.
Donate
SELFLESS DONATION FOR A NOBLE CAUSE is a real happiness. Be a donor for your cause. Feel happy.
Contact
Feel free to contact us with any questions.
Email
jatheritage@gmail.com
Phone
(516) 330-1109