20 years of altruism in action. 270,000 people helped each year. Ten of thousands of supporters.
Karuna is a family of people united and committed for 20 years to build a more altruistic world. You too, be by our side to support the 270,000 people we help every year!
Over the past 20 years, tens of thousands of people have joined this chain of solidarity: volunteers, patrons, employees, donors, partners. You too are part of the Karuna family!
Let’s continue together to advocate and act for a more altruistic world! Your donations help support 270,000 people each year in India, Nepal and Tibet, and soon also in France.
Anjana, beneficiary of the school program, Nepal: “For a hard-working girl like me, the help offered by Karuna really makes a difference. I will be able to realize my dreams more easily!”
Shagufta, doctor at the clinic in Shechen, India: “In 20 years, each member of Karuna has helped in his or her own way and with all the creativity he or she possesses. Congratulations to all!”
Delphine, volunteer and patron since 2000, Switzerland: “When I think of all the wonderful projects we have been able to accomplish together, I feel a lot of gratitude. Long live Karuna!”
Pascal, regular donor since 2014, France: “Altruism is starting to be emulated and that’s good, it’s a new way and a powerful antidote to the period we are going through now.”
A donation of 100€ costs you only 34€!
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Twenty years ago, Matthieu Ricard, Rabjam Rinpoche and a few relatives launched the “Karuna” adventure. Inspired by their spiritual masters Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche and the Dalai Lama, and living among the Himalayan populations, these friends decided to tackle the inequalities and alleviate the suffering they observed in this region.
The altruistic spirit is the founding element of Karuna-Shechen, at the heart of our vision. This cardinal value, which connects us, is cultivated and put into action every day!
April 12 2021
Vocational training is central to our goal of empowering the poor in India. Started in 2014 with a few workshops, the initiative has quickly grown into a full-fledged program that is operating success...
March 26 2021
Among the numerous Hindu festivals, Holi stands out as the most vibrant. The festival of colours, as Holi is fondly called, is celebrated on March 28th this year. Though Holi in its truest form is all...
March 12 2021
In November 2020, Karuna launched a major call to action as part of our solidarity movement: Action For Karuna. More than 70 people got involved by organizing virtual or face-to-face events, and thank...
March 2 2021
“"Women are leaders at heart! They care, they nourish, they help. They give meaning and direction to life. We must support and integrate them whenever we can.” ~ Shalav Rana, director of operati...
February 16 2021
In 2016, members of Karuna-Shechen followed a seminar with Frédéric Laloux, author of Reinventing Organizations. Specialized in processes of People's Change, Frédéric accompanied the members of Ka...
