{"id":40,"date":"2026-01-26T19:52:07","date_gmt":"2026-01-26T19:52:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/orumausa.com\/?page_id=40"},"modified":"2026-06-05T14:55:09","modified_gmt":"2026-06-05T14:55:09","slug":"aboutus","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/orumausa.com\/?page_id=40","title":{"rendered":"About ORUMA"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About ORUMA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>ORUMA (Our Riverstone United Malayalee Association)<\/strong> was founded in <strong>2008<\/strong> by a small group of visionary families who sought to create a close-knit community for Malayalees in the Riverstone area. What began as a humble initiative of a few like-minded neighbors has flourished over nearly two decades into a vibrant association of over <strong>200 families<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At our core, ORUMA is dedicated to preserving the rich traditions of <strong>Kerala<\/strong> and ensuring that our strong cultural roots and family values are successfully passed down to the <strong>second generation<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Celebration and Connection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Life at ORUMA is defined by the joy of togetherness. We host a variety of annual events that keep our spirits high and our bonds tight, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Onam Celebrations:<\/strong> Bringing the vibrant colors, flavors, and spirit of Kerala to Riverstone.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Annual Picnics:<\/strong> Casual outdoor gatherings designed to foster lifelong friendships among members.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Christmas &amp; New Year:<\/strong> Celebrating the season of giving with music, dance, and community cheer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Powerful Voice in the Community<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>ORUMA is more than a social club; we are a <strong>civic force<\/strong>. We believe in active participation to ensure Riverstone remains a safe and thriving place to live. Our members are deeply involved in:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Local Advocacy:<\/strong> Leading the charge on critical issues such as <strong>school rezoning<\/strong> and <strong>traffic safety<\/strong>, including successful efforts for the installation of vital traffic lights.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Political Engagement:<\/strong> Organizing &#8220;Meet and Greet&#8221; sessions with community and government leaders who listen to our values and interests.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Representation:<\/strong> Ensuring that the Malayalee community\u2019s voice is heard and respected at all levels of local government.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Join Our Community<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you are new to Riverstone or have lived here for years, <strong>ORUMA<\/strong> welcomes all Malayalee families who wish to stay connected to their heritage and contribute to our local community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Become a Member:<\/strong> Join over 200 families in celebrating our culture and advocating for our neighborhood.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Get Involved:<\/strong> Volunteer for our community outreach programs or help organize our next cultural event.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Stay Informed:<\/strong> Receive updates on local school rezoning, traffic safety, and government meet-and-greets.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\" id=\"joinus\"><a href=\"hhttps:\/\/orumausa.com\/?page_id=82\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"hhttps:\/\/orumausa.com\/?page_id=82\">Join us<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Get in Touch<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Have questions or want to join? We would love to hear from you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Email:<\/strong> info@orumausa.com<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Follow Us:<\/strong> [Link to Facebook\/Social Media]<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Location:<\/strong> Riverstone, Sugar Land\/Missouri City, Houston TX<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>About ORUMA ORUMA (Our Riverstone United Malayalee Association) was founded in 2008 by a small group of visionary families who sought to create a close-knit community for Malayalees in the Riverstone area. 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