Passionist Earth & Spirit Center, Inc.

Name

Passionist Earth & Spirit Center, Inc.

Legal name

Passionist Earth & Spirit Center, Inc.

Website

https://earthandspiritcenter.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Mindfulness and Environmental Education Services

NAICS

Religious Organizations (8131), Nature Parks and Other Similar Institutions (712190), Religious, Grantmaking, Civic, Professional, and Similar Organizations (813)

SIC

Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Meditation Retreats, Workshops & Immersive Programs (HSADAJAF)

akta.pro secondary industries

Places of Worship & Religious Facilities Operations (Cemeteries, Retreat Centers, Pilgrimage Sites) (BPAGAJAL), Land Trusts & Protected Areas (BPAGAGAC), Wellness Retreat Centers (Yoga, Meditation & Mindfulness) (THAGAMAB)

Keywords

• Mindfulness meditation programs
• Summer nature camps
• Environmental education field trips
• Customized group retreats
• Earth care volunteer programs

Headquarters

HQ city

Louisville

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Others

Revenue model

1. Program Registration Fees: Revenue from meditation courses, retreats, workshops, and skill-building classes. Fees vary by program with sliding scale options available.
2. Summer and Seasonal Camps: Camp Odyssey and seasonal camp programs for children entering grades K-6. Fees range from $295-$310 per week with early registration discounts.
3. Field Trips and Educational Programs: Educational field trip programs for school groups with per-child pricing of $9 for 2-hour adventures.
4. Donations and Charitable Contributions: Tax-deductible donations supporting organizational mission. Accepts gifts of stock, IRA contributions, Donor Advised Funds, and planned giving opportunities.
5. Environmental Tours: Bus tours around Louisville and the region focused on environmental challenges and sustainable solutions, available on demand for groups.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels8 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Passionist Earth & Spirit Center operates a 27-acre nature sanctuary in Louisville, Kentucky offering in-person meditation and mindfulness courses, summer and seasonal camps for children grades K-6, environmental education field trips and tours, customized retreats for groups, social justice programming, and volunteer land stewardship opportunities. The organization is an interfaith nonprofit rooted in the Passionist Catholic tradition that combines contemplative spiritual practice, ecological education, and social justice engagement.

Product overview

Passionist Earth & Spirit Center is a nonprofit interfaith spirituality center offering a diverse portfolio of programs centered on three pillars: Nurturing the Self (meditation), Protecting the Planet (earth care), and Uplifting Others (social justice). The organization operates primarily as a service provider rather than a technology product company, offering in-person programs including meditation courses, mindfulness training, summer and seasonal camps for children, environmental education tours and field trips, land stewardship opportunities, customizable retreats, and social justice programming. The Mindfulness Mentors program extends free mindfulness instruction to underserved communities through volunteer mentors. All programs are delivered at the 27-acre nature sanctuary in Louisville, KY, or through partner organizations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Camp Odyssey: Summer camp program for children entering grades K-6, immersing them in spiritual practice, compassion for others, and connection to the Earth on the 27-acre nature sanctuary.
• Mindfulness Mentors
• OurEarthNow
• Passionist Solidarity Network

Products and services

• Meditation & Mindfulness Programs A comprehensive suite of meditation and mindfulness courses including Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation, KMAC Meditation Series, Silent Meditation & Zen Walking Program, WheelHouse Meditation, and monthly groups such as First Saturday Silent Sitting, Mindful Living Circle, and Men's Contemplative Group. Programs range from beginner-friendly to advanced contemplative practices for adult individuals seeking spiritual growth and stress reduction.
• Mindfulness Mentors Program A volunteer-powered community outreach initiative that delivers free mindfulness instruction to underserved populations through partnerships with organizations including Americana Community Center, Louisville Urban League, Family Scholar House, Family Health Centers, and others. Mentors complete specialized training and provide courses at partner locations.
• Camp Odyssey A four-week summer day camp series for children entering grades K-6 held at the 27-acre nature sanctuary. Programs immerse campers in spiritual practice, compassion development, and earth connection through activities including hiking, gardening, nature crafts, music, meditation, and outdoor play. Early registration: $295, Regular: $310.
• Camp Odyssey at Shawnee A nature-based summer camp held at Shawnee Park in partnership with Louisville ECHO Program for children entering grades K-6. Registration: $100 per camper. Activities include hiking, gardening, nature art, and mindfulness practices.
• Fall Forest Camp A fall break camp offering outdoor adventures including canoeing, hiking, nature crafts, tent-pitching, and fire-starting within the 27-acre nature preserve for children. Early registration: $295, Regular: $310.
• Spring Break Camp An outdoor forest camp for spring break (April 6-10, 2026) for children grades K-3. Features nature exploration, SpiritScape nature discovery area, and mindfulness activities. Early registration: $295.
• Environmental Tours Bus tours around Louisville and the region educating groups about environmental challenges and solutions. Includes Environmental Justice bus tours through West Louisville and Sustainable Solutions tours showcasing watershed protection, waste management, local food, and renewable energy initiatives. Available on demand for groups.
• Field Trips & Educational Outreach Customizable environmental education field trips for school groups, youth groups, and families on the 27-acre campus. Offerings include Humans in Harmony (K-5), Reduce/Reuse/Reimagine (K-1), Water at Work (K-4), and Habitat Hike (K-5). Cost: $9 per child for 2-hour adventure. Programs align with Next Generation Science Standards.
• Retreats Customizable retreat experiences for schools, churches, and organizations at the 27-acre nature preserve. Formats include Team Building, Our Place in Nature, Community and Compassion, Mindfulness, Confirmation, and Customized retreats featuring guided hikes, meditation, land care, and team-building activities coordinated by Retreat Director Cory Lockhart.
• Land Stewardship Volunteer-driven ecological restoration and sustainability initiatives on the 27-acre nature sanctuary including invasive species removal, wetlands construction, forestry management, cisterns, rain gardens, permaculture food forest, pollinator gardens, bird habitat, and biodiversity documentation projects (300+ documented plant and animal species).
• Social Justice Programs Educational programs and action groups focused on racial equity through partnership with ListenLearnAct.org and Louisville Metro Government Office of Equity's Lean Into Louisville program. Includes courses, workshops, and suggested readings on social justice and racial equity issues.
• Ecology Internships Semester-based internships for college students providing hands-on environmental project experience on the 27-acre campus. Projects include invasive species removal, wetlands and trail maintenance, food forest work, composting, and food cultivation. 30 hours per semester commitment with monthly trainings.

Quantifiable outcome

• 300+ documented plant and animal species on campus property
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers13 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles5 records

Technology focussed No

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Partnerships

26 partnerships are on record, tiered core and supporting.

• Louisville ECHOcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with Louisville ECHO (Enhancing, Connecting, Healing Our environment) for environmental programming and Camp Odyssey at Shawnee Park location. Collaborates on youth environmental education and outdoor experiences.
• Kentucky Interfaith Power & LightcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-sponsor of OurEarthNow youth-led environmental activism group. Partners on training next generation of environmental activists through Louisville Environmental Activist Training program.
• Louisville Urban LeaguecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMindfulness Mentors program partner. Provides mindfulness training to Kentuckiana Builds workforce development participants, helping reduce stress related to work and relationships.
• Rainbow BlossomsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCommunity partner supporting camp programs. Acknowledged for contribution to Camp Odyssey programming.
• Kentucky Waterways AlliancesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for pollinator garden installation and waterway education initiatives.
• Passionist Congregation of Holy Cross ProvincecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerEndorsed and affirmed ministry of Holy Cross Province. The leader of the local Passionist community serves on the board of directors. Continues close relationship after becoming independent 501(c)(3) in 2010.
• Sisters of Charity of NazarethsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerReligious community partner supporting organizational mission.
• Ursuline Sisters of LouisvillesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerReligious community partner in Louisville area.
• St. Agnes ChurchsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner church in Louisville community.
• St. Edward ChurchsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner church in Jeffersontown, KY.
• St. William ChurchsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner church in Louisville community.
• Stoll Keenon Ogden, PLLCsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerLaw firm partner providing pro bono legal services and board leadership (Andrew Hamilton, CPA serves as Board Treasurer).
• Deer Park Neighborhood AssociationsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerLocal neighborhood association partner in Louisville.
• Envirome InstitutesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner organization for environmental education and research.
• U.S. Fish and Wildlife ServicesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in wetlands construction project completed fall 2017. Collaborated on two large wetlands in bottomland of woods.
• Sheltowee Environmental Education AssociationsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in wetlands construction project. Collaborated on living laboratory for university classes.
• Americana Community CentercoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMindfulness Mentors program partner serving diverse community members.
• Choose Well/Project ThrivesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerMindfulness Mentors program partner for health and wellness initiatives.
• Family Health CenterscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerMindfulness Mentors program partner providing mindfulness training to health center clients and staff.
• Family Scholar HousesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerMindfulness Mentors program partner serving families pursuing education.
• MariposasupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerMindfulness Mentors program community partner.
• Maryhurst Alternative SchoolsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerMindfulness Mentors program partner serving alternative education students.
• Nativity AcademysupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerMindfulness Mentors program partner at Catholic school.
• The Healing PlacesupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerMindfulness Mentors program partner serving individuals in recovery.
• KMAC Contemporary Art MuseumcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerHosts monthly Meditation Mondays at KMAC museum. Series held among The Visionary Art of Minnie Evans with support from Art Bridges Foundation.
• WheelHouse ArtsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerHosts Introduction to Meditation in the Gallery at WheelHouse Art gallery location.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• 1440 Multiversity: A California-based retreat and learning campus offering workshops on mindfulness, wellness, and personal growth. Comparable as a residential retreat center with multi-modal programming in a nature-based setting.
• Spirit Rock Meditation Center: A well-known insight meditation retreat center offering residential retreats, daylong programs, and teacher trainings. Comparable as a meditation-focused retreat organization with multi-day programs and community education.
• Omega Institute for Holistic Studies: A long-established holistic wellness and retreat center offering workshops on mindfulness, yoga, and personal growth in a natural setting. Directly comparable to Earth & Spirit Center's combination of contemplative practice, retreat programming, and outdoor campus-based learning.
• Insight Meditation Society: A meditation retreat center offering residential silent retreats in the insight meditation tradition. Comparable in its focus on silent sitting, daylong programs, and intensive meditation retreats.
• Esalen Institute: A pioneering holistic retreat center on the California coast focused on mindfulness, somatic practices, and humanistic programming. Comparable in combining contemplative practice, retreat experiences, and a distinctive natural campus.
• Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health: One of the largest yoga, meditation, and wellness retreat centers in the U.S., offering residential retreats, teacher trainings, and wellness programs. Comparable in its focus on meditation and contemplative retreats with diverse program offerings.

Regional players

• Louisville Nature Center: A Louisville-based nonprofit nature preserve offering environmental education, field trips, and volunteer programs. Comparable as a regional nature education and land stewardship organization serving the same metro market.
• Bernheim Arboretum and Research Forest: A 16,000+ acre arboretum and research forest near Louisville offering environmental education, field trips, and volunteer stewardship. Comparable as a regional nature-based education and stewardship organization in the Louisville area.

Others

• Passionist Congregation of Holy Cross Province: The affiliated Catholic religious community that endorses and supports the Earth & Spirit Center as an affirmed ministry. Related as a parent-affiliate relationship and a partner that channels mission-aligned support and programming.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xtwitter.com/OurEarthNow
• Facebookfacebook.com/OurEarthNow
• Instagraminstagram.com/ourearthnow
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/passionist-earth-and-spirit-center

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Number of profiles

Profiles7 records

Funding overview

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M&A

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