Welcome to VAN (Venmoney  Association of  Newyork ) a non-profit, non-political,non-relegious cultural organization in Newyork,USA.The Association is formed in USA  by people from Venmoney,Kerala a small state in south India. VAN promotes and propagates the culture of Kerala by conducting quality culture programs and organizing get-togethers and picnics. VAN  do try and upkeep Keralites identity and cultural background.The Association responsible for the organization of events such as Onam, New Year and a host of other functions that allows the community to come together in the preservation and maintenance of the unique Malayalee culture.

Objectives
To group the Newyork Malayalees from Venmoney in a single platform under the name VAN and strengthen their bonds. To promote any activity within the law of the land, likely to serve the society, by culture shows, concerts and festivals. To assist and guide the young generation to appreciate and maintain the rich culture of Kerala, India and US

About Venmoney
Venmoney is a village in Alappuzha district in the Indian state of Kerala. Venmoney is 9 km northwest of Pandalam, 10 km south of Chengannur, and 10 km east of Mavelikkara. The Achenkovil river flows as its southern boundary, and is spanned by the Pulakadavu bridge.

Major Landmarks
One of the most notable landmarks in Venmoney is the Sharngakavu Devi Temple. Famous for the monkeys thriving in its sacred grove, there is no explicit building structure for the temple, as its goddess has forbidden any construction at the site. The Vishu festival at the temple on Medam 1st usually falls on April 14 and is well-known for its Kettu Kazhcha, in which huge decorated chariots and structures known as Kuthiras (horses) are presented. There is also a bazaar on the Vishu day for the sale and purchase of native artefacts and farm products.Other famous religious sites in Venmoney include Thazhathambalam Sree Sabriyamoottil Devi temple, Kaliyathra Sri Bhuvaneswary temple, Ganapathy temple, St. Mary's Church and Sehion Marthoma Church.Betel leaves produced in Venmony are sometimes referred to as "Venmony Vettila".