Jain Samaj of Long Island Inc. is a not-for-profit organization formed in 2007 to accommodate the social and religious needs of approximately 200 Jain Families in and around Hicksville, NY. The organization was formed by Shri Kanubhai Lakhani, Late Shri Bhailalbhai Shah, Shri Jayesh Shah, Smt Kalpana Vaidya, and Smt Sweeta Khona. The small and dedicated group of the established volunteer committee helped them celebrate their first Paryushan in 2007 under the guidance of Shri Pravinbhai Shah.