The Satsang Foundation

What The Satsang Foundation does

The Satsang Foundation is a private charitable organization founded by Sri M and headquartered in Bengaluru, India, operating under Indian jurisdiction with 80G tax-deductible donation status. The foundation functions as a multi-vertical platform rather than a single-product entity, anchored by Sri M's spiritual leadership and Kriya Yoga teachings rooted in the Nath Sampradaya tradition. It maintains an integrated ecosystem of eight operating subsidiaries/divisions: Madanapalle Ashram and The Sacred Grove (sacred physical spaces), Swaasthya Hospitals and ArogyaM (healthcare and Ayurveda), The Satsang Vidyalaya and Satsang Skill Development Centre (education and vocational training), Bharat Yogavidya Kendra (structured yoga education), and Satsang Seva Mission (community service and volunteer outreach). The foundation engages five interconnected initiative areas: Environment (MyTree, My Bhoomi, Satsang Jal Seva Sangatan, Aviral Godavari Mission), Education, Health & Wellness, Yoga & Consciousness, and Seva & Serving Humanity.

The foundation's revenue model is primarily donations and voluntary charitable contributions processed through a dedicated online portal, supplemented by paid structured yoga courses (e.g., KausalaM at INR 7,000 domestic / USD 135 international) and emerging corporate wellness engagements. Its go-to-market is community-led and direct-to-consumer, leveraging Sri M's public programs, international speaking engagements at the UN/World Bank/WEF, an eight-country international center network (USA, UK, Switzerland, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Singapore), grassroots volunteer networks across India, and digital channels (website, blog, email newsletter, social media on WhatsApp/Facebook/X/LinkedIn/YouTube). The foundation operates in India as the primary market with growing outreach in Burundi (280 daily meal boxes) and UAE.

Notable technical components and intellectual assets include a 65M+ litre water conservation capacity across rejuvenation projects, free telemedicine services via mobile vans, a structured yoga curriculum (Yoga M foundational, KausalaM intermediate, children's yoga certification), and a substantive content library of books translated across multiple languages and video teachings. The organization has secured high-credibility third-party validations including Sri M's Padma Bhushan (2020), Honorary Doctorate from IIM Calcutta (2025), leadership of the C20 Working Group on Revival of Rivers under India's G20 Presidency (2023), and an official flagship partnership with the Government of Maharashtra for the Plastic-Waste Free Kumbh Mela 2027.

Name

The Satsang Foundation

Legal name

The Satsang Foundation

Website

https://satsang-foundation.org

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

The Satsang Foundation is a Bengaluru-headquartered nonprofit founded by Sri M that delivers Kriya Yoga teachings, free healthcare, education, and environmental programs across India and through eight international centers in the USA, UK, Switzerland, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, and Singapore.

Ownership category

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Product category

Spiritual and Humanitarian Services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131), Civic and Social Organizations (813410)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300), Services-Educational Services (8200)

akta.pro primary industry

Places of Worship & Religious Facilities Operations (Cemeteries, Retreat Centers, Pilgrimage Sites) (BPAGAJAL)

Keywords

• Spiritual teachings
• Yoga education
• Humanitarian services
• Wellness programs
• Charitable foundation

Headquarters

HQ city

Bengaluru

HQ country

India

HQ region

Asia

Offices10 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Voluntary contributions from donors supporting charitable activities. Donations are processed through secure third-party payment processors. The foundation is a registered charitable organization with donations eligible for tax deductions under Section 80G of the Indian Income Tax Act.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

The Satsang Foundation is a nonprofit spiritual and charitable organization that delivers Kriya Yoga teachings, structured yoga education courses, healthcare services through medical camps and telemedicine, environmental restoration programs, and community service (Seva) initiatives. It operates through ashrams, sacred spaces, international centers, and volunteer networks across India and seven other countries, reaching individual spiritual seekers and underserved communities.

Product overview

The Satsang Foundation is a spiritual and charitable organization founded by Sri M, functioning as a platform of interconnected initiatives rather than a single unified product. The core offerings include spiritual teachings (Kriya Yoga, discourses, scriptures like Bhagavad Gita), physical spaces (Madanapalle Ashram, The Sacred Grove), and structured programs (Bharat Yoga Vidya Kendra for yoga education). The foundation operates through five interconnected initiative areas: Environment (MyTree, My Bhoomi, Satsang Jal Seva Sangatan, Aviral Godavari Mission), Education (The Satsang Vidyalaya, SSDC), Health & Wellness (ArogyaM, medical camps, telemedicine), Yoga & Consciousness (BYK courses, Little Yogis), and Seva & Serving Humanity (Satsang Seva Mission including annadaanam, Gau Seva, community support). The organization maintains international centers in USA, UK, Switzerland, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, and Singapore. The website primarily serves as an informational and donation collection platform.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Madanapalle Ashram: A sanctuary for spiritual seekers located in Madanapalle, with quiet spots for contemplation and self-study
• Satsang Seva Mission
• The Satsang Vidyalaya
• Satsang Skill Development Centre
• Swaasthya Hospitals
• ArogyaM
• Bharat Yogavidya Kendra (BYK)
• The Sacred Grove
• My Bhoomi
• MyTree (Maitri)
• Satsang Jal Seva Sangatan
• Aviral Godavari Mission
• Gaushala

Products and services

• Kriya Yoga Teachings Spiritual practice teaching encompassing asanas, pranayama, bandhas, and mudras rooted in the Nath Sampradaya tradition. Sri M offers initiation into these practices, guiding seekers toward stillness and self-realization through rhythmic breathing techniques that manipulate breath to connect with Prana energy.
• Bharat Yoga Vidya Kendra (BYK) Courses Yoga education initiative offering structured courses including Yoga M (foundational), KausalaM (intermediate), and specialized programs. Provides yoga teacher training, children's yoga certification (95-hour), and chanting retreats. All courses aligned with Nath Sampradaya tradition.
• ArogyaM Wellness Centre Healthcare initiative providing affordable and accessible healthcare services. Includes Ayurveda consultations, multi-specialty medical camps, telemedicine services, and health screening programs. Operates at The Sacred Grove and supports community outreach through mobile health camps.
• Satsang Seva Mission Volunteer-driven community service initiative encompassing annadaanam (food service), Gau Seva (cow protection), medical outreach, education support, and disaster relief. Operates across India and overseas in countries including Burundi, UAE, UK, and USA.
• The Satsang Vidyalaya Educational institution providing schooling for underprivileged children at Madanapalle. Part of the foundation's initiative to provide education without barriers, supporting holistic development of children from underserved communities.
• Satsang Skill Development Centre (SSDC) Vocational training center at Madanapalle Ashram helping students develop skills for career development. Supports economic empowerment of youth from disadvantaged backgrounds through practical skill training programs.
• Swaasthya Hospitals Healthcare facility at Madanapalle providing free healthcare services including regular health camps, telemedicine services, and multi-specialty medical consultations for local communities in collaboration with partner hospitals.
• Madhu Ki Rasoi Community kitchen initiative located in Mathura-Vrindavan, providing daily meals to Vedic scholars (batuks), visually challenged individuals, and daily wage workers. Part of the annadaanam seva program.
• Little Yogis Program Children's yoga program including summer camps, workshops, and residential programs for kids aged 8-16 years. Combines yoga practice with nature activities, Karma Yoga, Warli art, and spiritual education in age-appropriate formats.
• Madanapalle Ashram Spiritual sanctuary located in Madanapalle, Andhra Pradesh, functioning as the headquarters of The Satsang Foundation. Features the Adinath Sri Guru Babaji Temple, meditation spaces, gaushala, and accommodation for spiritual seekers.
• The Sacred Grove Centre for Exploring Consciousness located in Chowdepalle, Andhra Pradesh. A sacred space dedicated to spiritual growth, environmental restoration, and conscious living. Features meditation spaces, organic farming, gaushala, ArogyaM wellness center, and cold-press oil unit.
• MyTree Project Environmental initiative focused on tree plantation, biodiversity conservation, and habitat restoration. Includes specialized nest installation for birds, seed ball preparation and dispersal, and community-led tree planting drives at schools and public spaces.
• My Bhoomi Initiative Environmental initiative tackling air, soil, and ocean pollution with focus on plastic waste reduction. Includes plastic waste collection drives, E-waste recycling programs, awareness campaigns in schools, and partnership with Sagarmitra Abhiyaan for ocean conservation.
• Satsang Jal Seva Sangatan Water conservation initiative with Jal Seva Pledge program launched in 2020. Focuses on water body rejuvenation, check dam construction, percolation wells, rainwater harvesting, and river restoration. Supports Aviral Godavari Mission for Godavari River rejuvenation.
• Gaushala Program Cow protection initiative maintaining gaushalas at Madanapalle Ashram and The Sacred Grove. Houses indigenous Gir, Sahiwal, and Rathi breeds. Includes sustainable practices like cold-press oil extraction powered by bulls, organic fodder cultivation, and cow dung product development.

Quantifiable outcome

• 65 million+ litres of water conservation capacity created
• +5 more outcomes

Named customers10 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

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Integration3 records

Feature3 records

Partnerships

Nine partnerships are on record, tiered core, major, minor and flagship.

• Shalinitai Meghe HospitalcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 31 May 2026Multi-specialty medical camp collaboration at Nagpur extending free healthcare to 72 patients. Partnership includes blood donation camps with NARCAOOD Physiotherapy and Rehab Centre.
• Namami Goda FoundationcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for river revival initiatives including annadaanam seva at temples integral to the Nath Sampradaya and on the banks of Rivers Godavari and Narmada. Collaborated during Seva Utsav 2025.
• Jal BiradaricoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerWater conservation network partnership through the Indian Peninsula River Basins Council covering 11 states and 3 union territories. Works on river water rejuvenation projects.
• LV Prasad Eye Institute (LVPEI)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerOphthalmology camp partnership conducting eye screenings for community members. Screened 184 patients at Swaasthya Hospitals.
• Hulladek RecyclingminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerE-waste disposal partner for safe recycling and prevention of toxin contamination. Handled Kolkata e-waste collection.
• Hirva SwapnaminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerGreen partner conducting MyTree Academy Workshops at schools, sensitizing children about soil-less plantation and sustainable gardening.
• Sagarmitra AbhiyaancoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEnvironmental partnership implementing plastic-waste collection and recycling program for school children. Partnership has reached 250,000 students across India with 10 tons of plastic collected monthly.
• Government of MaharashtraflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial invitation from the Government of Maharashtra and Kumbh Mela Commissioner to lead the Harit Kumbh (Green Kumbh) mission for a Plastic-Waste Free Kumbh Mela 2027.
• Nashik-Trimbakeshwar Kumbh Mela AuthorityflagshipStrategic or Co-development PartnerOfficial partnership for environmental restoration at Kumbh Mela 2027, including Aviral Godavari Mission work at Brahmagiri.

Scale indicators11 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Chinmaya Mission: Indian spiritual organisation founded by Swami Chinmayananda running schools, hospitals, yoga and Vedanta education programmes worldwide — directly comparable as a teacher-led, donation-funded faith-based charity with education, health, and spiritual arms.
• Mata Amritanandamayi Math (Amma): Indian spiritual charitable organisation led by Amma running hospitals, orphanages, environmental and disaster-relief programmes worldwide — comparable as a guru-led multi-vertical spiritual charity with global humanitarian reach.
• Isha Foundation: Indian spiritual foundation led by Sadhguru (Jaggi Vasudev) providing yoga programmes, ashram-based retreats, environmental initiatives (Cauvery Calling), and rural outreach — comparable in single-guru-led, multi-vertical, globally distributed spiritual charity model.
• Ramakrishna Mission: Large Indian religious charitable organisation operating schools, hospitals, monastic centres, and humanitarian programmes with a global monastic network — comparable as a faith-rooted, multi-vertical social-service charity with substantial institutional depth.
• Sri Aurobindo Ashram: Indian spiritual ashram headquartered in Pondicherry running yoga, education, and cultural programmes internationally — comparable as an ashram-rooted spiritual foundation offering structured yoga education and charitable outreach.
• Self-Realization Fellowship: Los Angeles-based spiritual organisation founded by Paramahansa Yogananda teaching Kriya Yoga meditation, ashram retreats, and monastic centres worldwide — directly comparable given shared Kriya Yoga lineage focus and ashram/retreat delivery model.
• Brahma Kumaris World Spiritual University: Global spiritual organisation offering meditation, Raja Yoga, and humanitarian outreach through centres in over 100 countries — comparable as a meditation/yoga-rooted, donation-supported charitable foundation with international centre infrastructure.
• Auroville Foundation: India-based international township dedicated to human unity with spiritual practice, environmental restoration, and educational activities — comparable as an ashram-style community with environmental, educational, and spiritual missions.
• Art of Living Foundation: Indian spiritual foundation founded by Sri Sri Ravi Shankar offering yoga, meditation, and humanitarian programmes with a global centre network and major charitable footprint — directly comparable in mission, delivery model, and Indian-charity scale.

Broad incumbents

• Arigatou International: Faith-based international NGO promoting interfaith cooperation, child welfare, and ethical education globally — broadly comparable as a religion-rooted, multi-country charitable organisation with humanitarian and educational programmes.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/thesacredgroveofficial
• Xx.com/SatsangTweets
• Facebookfacebook.com/TheSatsangFoundationOfficial
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/the-satsang-foundation

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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