
Georgian Heritage
Foundation
Connecting culture & community across generations & borders
What We Do
We preserve Georgia's timeless heritage while fostering global connections through cultural exchange, education, diaspora diplomacy, and community engagement.
Our Programs
School of Georgian Heritage: Empowering Our Youth through Language & Culture
Georgian Diaspora Diplomacy Engagement: Celebrating Culture, Building Connections
Calligraphy as an Art: A Masterful Journey Through the Georgian Alphabet
Lecture Series Launch
We are excited to announce the next phase in the evolution of the Georgian Diaspora Diplomacy Engagement Program. Building on the program’s established foundation, we are launching a Lecture Series in partnership with the City of San Jose Public Library and the Digital Humanities Center serving San Jose State University.
Our Ambassadors
Zaza Pachulia
Youth & Sports Ambassador
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Within the framework of the Georgian Diaspora Diplomacy Engagement Program, we are honored to announce Zaza Pachulia as the Georgian Heritage Foundation’s Ambassador of Youth and Sports!
A two-time NBA champion and a respected leader in the world of basketball, Zaza has long been an advocate for youth development, sports education, and cultural exchange. His commitment to empowering the next generation through athletics aligns perfectly with our mission to strengthen and engage the Georgian Diaspora.
In his new role, Zaza will work alongside the Georgian Heritage Foundation to inspire and mentor young Georgians, fostering a spirit of excellence, discipline, and community both on and off the court. His global influence, coupled with his deep-rooted love for Georgia, makes him an invaluable addition to our efforts in diaspora diplomacy.
Stay tuned for upcoming initiatives as we continue building meaningful opportunities for our youth.
Dr. Liana Pailodze Harron
Cultural Ambassador
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Within the framework of the Georgian Diaspora Diplomacy Engagement Program, we are honored to welcome Dr. Liana Pailodze Harron as a Cultural Ambassador of the Georgian Heritage Foundation!
A celebrated pianist blending her Georgian heritage with an American spirit, Dr. Harron has captivated audiences worldwide with performances that push the boundaries of contemporary classical music. Praised by The Wall Street Journal as “smashingly effective,” her artistry has graced iconic stages, from Carnegie Hall to the United Nations, while her albums - including Kartli: Stories of Georgia—pay tribute to Georgia’s rich musical legacy.
Beyond her performances, Dr. Harron is a dedicated educator and advocate for cultural preservation, sharing Georgian music with global audiences. In her role as Cultural Ambassador, she will work alongside GHF to foster a deeper connection between the Georgian Diaspora and its artistic heritage.
We look forward to the journey ahead as we celebrate Georgia’s rich musical traditions through the universal language of music!
Zaza Korinteli
Cultural Ambassador
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Within the framework of the Georgian Diaspora Diplomacy Engagement Program, we are honored to welcome Zaza Korinteli as a Cultural Ambassador of the Georgian Heritage Foundation - a musician, composer, songwriter, social activist, folklorist, and ethnomusicologist.
He was born on December 29, 1973, in Tbilisi, Georgia. In 1993, while studying at the Faculty of Psychology at Tbilisi State University, he founded the folk, jazz-rock, and fusion band ZumbaLand. This marked the beginning of his active stage and concert career in Georgia and Europe, which continued successfully until 2015 through solo concerts and participation in various important festivals.
From 1996 to 2001, Zaza lived and pursued his creative activities in Krakow and Warsaw, Poland. He studied at the Academy of Jazz and Contemporary Music in Krakow and collaborated on various projects with Polish musicians. In 2002, he returned to Georgia to continue his creative and civil activities. In 2004, along with his friends, he founded the international folk festival "Art-Gene" in Georgia, which has become a significant cultural event. The festival brings together different generations, regions, countries, and various fields of art and culture. From 2002 to 2015, Zaza organized and conducted folklore expeditions in Georgia and the old Georgian regions of Turkey to search for and collect authentic forms of folk music, crafts, traditions, and cuisine. These expeditions produced a unique video, audio, and photo archive that will be preserved for future generations. He actively promoted the folk masters, performers, and various authentic branches of folk creativity discovered during these expeditions, especially among the younger generations, by inviting them to perform at the Art-Gene festival.
In May 2015, Zaza and his band ZumbaLand embarked on a concert tour in New York, Philadelphia, and New Jersey. After the tour, he moved to California, where he continues to live and work creatively. In 2022, Zaza and California musicians created a new ethno-jazz project, ReroRera - World Ethnic Inspirations. This international project, which combines different ethnic cultures and musical genres, is gaining success, popularity, and appreciation in modern American professional music circles. Zaza continues to actively showcase and promote Georgian culture and art throughout the United States, ensuring its rich heritage and vibrant traditions reach a wider audience.
Zaza will be one of the first members of the Georgian diaspora to participate in our Lecture Series on Georgian Music. He will guide us through the rich and diverse musical traditions of Georgia, from folklore to contemporary genres.

Get Involved
By supporting the Georgian Heritage Foundation, you help preserve a cultural legacy that spans generations. Your contribution strengthens education initiatives and ensures that Georgia’s rich history, traditions, and heritage continue to inspire and connect us all.
Thank You For Your Support
Dr. Martin Russell
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Avto Grigolia
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Lina Mosashvili Photography
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Levan Beridze
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David Kurtanidze
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Nina Samarguliani
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Kate Koraia
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Elene Kalandadze
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Madlena Shonia
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Tatia Mangoshvili
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Natalie Japaridze
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Lia Eristavi
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Mikhail Mdinaradze
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Mamuka Grigolia
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Anna K Detwiler
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Zura Menteshashvili
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Alan Favela
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TBS Design Gallery
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Melory Tsipouria
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Dr. Martin Russell • Avto Grigolia • Lina Mosashvili Photography • Levan Beridze • David Kurtanidze • Nina Samarguliani • Kate Koraia • Elene Kalandadze • Madlena Shonia • Tatia Mangoshvili • Natalie Japaridze • Lia Eristavi • Mikhail Mdinaradze • Mamuka Grigolia • Anna K Detwiler • Zura Menteshashvili • Alan Favela • TBS Design Gallery • Melory Tsipouria •
Contact Us
We'd love to hear from you! Whether you're interested in learning more about Georgian culture, participating in our programs, or contributing to our initiatives, the Georgian Heritage Foundation welcomes your inquiries.
Reach out to us for information on events, education opportunities, or how to get involved. Together, we can continue to connect Georgian traditions with communities across generations and borders.
Please reach out to us through any of the following channels, or fill out the form, and we will respond to you promptly.
Foundation’s email: liana@georgianfoundation.org
Mailing address: 3283 De La Cruz Blvd Suite A, Santa Clara, CA 95054