We donate 100% of our net profits to global humanitarian causes, from girls' education and women's empowerment to helping veterans overcome PTSD.
The intention has always been to uplift and support communities, ensuring that beauty benefits everyone, everywhere. Our commitment to making the world a better place is at the heart of everything we do.
Veterans, Military & Families
Project Welcome Home Troops
Traditional treatments for veterans' PTS often fall short. One study shows only 50% of veterans in traditional treatment show signs of recovery, an urgent need for alternatives.
More than 150 program leaders work with veterans across the US, India, and Europe, using Art of Living's scientifically-backed, breath-based meditation to address the root of military stress: multiple deployments, traumatic loss, and reintegration.
30
cities across the USA, hosted in Veterans Affairs hospitals and centers.
Palo Alto VA
research found SKY Breath Meditation effective for PTSD at end of treatment and one year after.
Education & Breaking Poverty
Care for Children
The initiative provides free physical, mental, and emotional education to more than 100,000 children at over 1,326 schools in underserved communities across India.
Most are first-generation learners who go on to break the chain of generational poverty, with special emphasis on confidence, leadership, interpersonal skills, and human values.
100,000+
children educated at more than 1,326 schools in India.
90%
of students stay in school, compared to India's national average of 37%.
Empowering Children, K-12
SKY Schools
Young people face emotional challenges, low self-esteem, depression, anxiety, that create stress and inhibit learning. SKY Schools gives students practical tools and life skills to manage stress and emotions in a healthy way.
When students learn to manage stress, they show greater confidence and motivation to succeed in school and make healthier choices when facing life's challenges.
17,700+
students reached today across 34 schools, with 35 program leaders in the US.
350,000+
students reached since 2008 across the Americas and Europe, with 950+ teachers trained.
What the work changes.
Measured outcomes from students in the SKY Schools program.
800%
increase in students on the honor roll
90%
reduction in violent infractions
80%
reduction in suspensions
77%
of students reported increased resilience
70%
reported greater emotional regulation
70%
reported reduced perceived stress
Every purchase gives back.
When you choose Shankara, your ritual helps fund education, resilience, and care for communities around the world.