KACT was started with the stated purpose of “encouraging those people with ancestral origin in Kerala, or people who are otherwise interested in Kerala, to form an effective and cohesive group”. It is “an educational and charitable organization formed to foster the cultural heritage of the State of Kerala, India. This would be accomplished in part through educating the young generation of Americans of Indian origin from Kerala in the language, literature, culture, customs, arts and dances of Kerala. KACT promotes and encourages acts of charity and benevolence, and, creates an opportunity for inter-cultural exchanges and active participation with other organizations in the USA with similar or mutual interest”.