Spotlight on YGB Global Ambassador: Kathleen Kastner’s Heartfelt Journey of Seva and Service with YGB
“My Seva…
For the Cost of One Yoga Class, You can change a life
Who we are
Yoga Gives Back inspires the global yoga community to channel their gratitude into action.
As a global nonprofit spanning over 30 countries, we unite thousands of practitioners, spiritual leaders, donors, and corporate partners, transforming our collective gratitude to support vital
programs for women and children in India.
Yoga, a profound gift from ancient India, generates over $100 billion annually and enhances the well-being of more than 300 million people globally. Harnessing the power of this massive industry, our vision is to mobilize #One MillionYogis creating an eternal circle of gratitude that honors the birthplace and traditions of yoga.
Meet the Founder
Kayoko Mitsumatsu
In 2006, as I began to learn yoga asana and philosophy, it hit me very hard that I needed to use all my capacity to help others, especially the underserved women and children in India, motherland of Yoga. I was benefiting so much from the daily practice of Yoga, I had to give back. I shared this idea with my yoga teacher and the studio manager who all supported the idea. That’s how Yoga Gives Back was born with our mantra – For the cost of one yoga class, you can change a life.
The Impact of our Work
Every year, Yoga Gives Back enriches the lives of more than 3,000 women and children by providing microloans, educational opportunities, and scholarships for higher education. Partnering with reputable NGOs in India, we design, monitor, and evaluate impactful, community-driven initiatives that transform lives.
Micro Loans
SisterAid Program
Income earning opportunities for marginalized women promoting economic independence and gender equality.
Early Education
SisterAid Program
Primary education for young girls and orphan children giving them a safe place to learn and the opportunity to gain knowledge and skills to continue their education and gain employment.
Scholarships
For Higher Education (SHE)
College Scholarships for disadvantaged youth that support professional employment, personal empowerment, and community development.
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