Dhana to relieve the suffering of the poor and sick and help the disadvantaged is an integral part of yoga. By giving we take a positive step, our heart opens more. In this way not only the receivers but also the giver reaps benefits, we become more generous and are reminded of the interconnectedness of humanity and all living forms. You are welcome to read and download Kamal's Article on Charity. Click here for Kamal's article on Charity
SHANTI MADOM TRUST
This charity, registered in India, was established by His Holiness Swami Atmachaithanya who is the Spiritual Master of the Chaithanya Yoga School. He showers His Blessing and Divine Energy into the Yoga School benefitting all its members. Most of the Chaithanya Yoga Shop sale proceeds are donated to the Shanti Madom Trust in India. The Chaithanya Yoga School regularly donates to the Trust acknowledging in gratitude the eternal spiritual yoga teaching which we in the West pass on and which we have received ultimately from the ancient Rishis (Sages) of India.
Current and on-going fundraising initiatives for the SHANTI MADOM TRUST:
- Kundalini Kriya Yoga Class at the Chaithanya Yoga School
- Homeopathic Clinic in South London/Penge (for people on low incomes - Contact: Marie Ingham, Tel 020 8690 8182 or Helen Dalton, E-Mail: helenidalton@yahoo.co.uk)
If you would like to support the Charity you can get active with the fundraisers above, or you can organise fundraisers yourself. Thank you!
If you wish to make a donation please send a cheque (in GBP) - payable to "Swami Atmachaithanya" - to the Chaithanya Yoga School, 23 Parbury Road, London SE23 1NZ. You can also take out a monthly subscription, please contact Kamal. Or you can make a donation NOW by clicking the "Donate" button below.
For all fundraising enquiries, please contact Kamal, Tel: 020 8699 6980, Email: kamal@chaithanyayogaschool.com
SWAMI ATMACHAITHANYA'S DIVINE MISSION
The mission of His Holiness Swami Atmachaithanya is to uplift the consciousness of humanity and to ease the suffering of humanity, giving mental peace and happiness and bring unity and compassion to each and every being all over the world. Swami's two ashrams, Shanti Madom and Chaithanyapuri in Kerala, South India are run by the charity Shanti Madom Trust.
The Trust runs many charitable projects. There is the Homeopathic Outpatient clinic in Chaithanyapuri (Consultation and medicine is free). The Chaithanya Mobile Unit consisting of Homeopathic and allopathic doctors and Pharmacists visits poor areas about 30 km from the Chaithanyapuri Ashram and provides free consultation and medication and free food items (rice & lentils) for the poor as well as educational material for their children. At the beginning of each school year the charity provides needy children and college students in the vicinity of the ashrams with school books and uniforms. The Trust also gives financial assistance for house construction.
The inauguration of the Chaithanya Temple was on 4 April 2007. This temple is built on holy land, where the ancient Rishis came to do penance. The vibration of the inaugurated Temple will contribute to worldwide peace. Spiritual aspirants of any background are welcome to stay at the ashrams to bathe in the high energies and to devote time for their spiritual practices of meditation, prayers, devotion for them to increase their spiritual vibration, and also to practice Karma Yoga (selfless service).
Swami visits many countries on His annual World Tour - He gives Healing, Darshan, Consultation, Kundalini initiation and Meditation classes. All are welcome to experience the radiance of Swami's compassion, healing and unconditional love which he freely gives to all. He visits the UK in May and September - contact Kamal, Email: kamal@chaithanyayogaschool.com if you wish to be on the mailing list.
Swami Atmachaithanya says: "We must all do what we can in this world to help those less fortunate than ourselves."
Distribution of Homeopathic medication Swami distributing food to the poor Medical Camp - Swami is giving a discourse
VIVA and VVF
Kamal supports these two UK sister charities. Their aims are completely in line with yoga. Ahimsa (non-violence), the first ethical teaching of the Yama's in Patanjali's Yoga, refers also to the animal kingdom. The yogic diet is vegetarian for optimum physical, mental, emotional and spiritual health.
The Vegetarian & Vegan Foundation (VVF) is a science-based body which has been established to monitor and interpret the growing avalanche of research. This research is consistently and increasingly strengthening our knowledge of diet and its effects - both positive and negative. The VVF will regularly communicate this information to the public, health professionals, schools and food manufacturers and provide accurate information on which to make informed choices. It is a vital - and almost solitary source of accurate and unbiased information and advice on diet and health and is free from any commercial or vested interests.
Viva's campaign - Eating meat causes environmental destruction, damages human health, contributes to global hunger and inflicts immense suffering on billions of animals across the world. Viva believes that the solution to all these problems is in our own hands: the best way to stop the destruction and the cruelty is to stop eating animals now. Through popular campaigns, solid research, undercover exposés and effective media skills Viva has brought the reality of modern farming into people's living rooms. Viva has enlightened millions, shocked most and changed the diets of many. (Diet sheets available on-line)
The Chaithanya Yoga School is on Viva's Discount Scheme. This means if you subscribe to Viva you will be getting 20 per cent off your private yoga classes and sound massage treatments.
Websites: www.viva.org.uk www.vegetarian.org.uk