The Satsang Foundation—established by Sri M—is a meeting point for spiritual seekers of all persuasions. The Foundation actively conceptualizes, organises and executes activities and initiatives that bring true reformation and change in human minds for a better, more inclusive and truly united world.
The key objectives and activities of the Foundation derive from the dual intents of concern for mankind and the search for truth—helping people to explore ways and means to expand their spiritual horizons and lead a multi-dimensional life. The Satsang Foundation also extends a helping hand to the less privileged of society.
Key Objectives
- To explore the common core, principles and teachings of all religions and to cultivate the habit of living harmoniously with all sects of people.
- To bring together serious seekers of the Truth and investigate the true essence of religious and mystical teachings.
- To engage in charitable activities which benefit the less privileged human beings like, feeding the poor, grant of educational scholarships, providing free medical aid and helping old-age homes etc.
Initiatives by The Satsang Foundation
Satsang Foundation, based on its objectives, has contributed its mite for all-round and holistic improvement of the society. Over the years, Sri M’s efforts as a social reformer and educationist have given rise to many successful initiatives like:
Satsang Vidyalaya
Satsang Vidyalaya provides free, high-quality, multi-lingual education to children from the tribal areas of Andhra Pradesh. ( More Details )
Satsang Rural School
Satsang Rural School is a rural community-based school at Ma Konda, close to Madanapalle. This school is run in association with the Ramanarpanam Trust. ( More Details )
Peepal Grove School
Peepal Grove School is a co-educational, residential school committed to providing an environment conducive to an in-depth exploration of knowledge. ( More Details )
Satsang Swasthya Kendra
Satsang Swasthya Kendra provides affordable yet quality preventive and curative health care through holistic and comprehensive treatments.( More Details )
Manav Ekta Mission
Manav Ekta Mission promotes inter-faith harmony and transcending religious, racial, geographical, cultural and ideological differences. ( More Details )
Sarva Dharma Kendra
Sarva Dharma Kendra is a spiritual retreat to facilitate dialogue between religions and serve as an experiment for mankind to realise the essential unity of all religions.
Walk of Hope
Walk of Hope 2015-16 is a 15-18 months long padayatra in 2015-16, from Kanyakumari to Kashmir, led by Sri M, spanning 7500 kms across 11 states of India for peace, harmony and tolerance. ( More Details )
Getting Involved
Sri M emphasizes upon service to human beings as ‘the most important worship that one is capable of’. Public participation is actively encouraged to support the activities of Satsang Foundation. Revolving around the key objectives of the Foundation, these participatory options are:
Sponsor a Child
One can sponsor the education of children at Satsang Vidyalaya, the school for underprivileged children at Madanapalle, providing free education to rural children belonging to the tribal area of Sugali Thanda.
Contribution
Doctors can contribute towards promotion of health and hygiene among rural children and community at The Swasthya Kendra. A scientist or a musician or a professional ready to volunteer their time can conduct a learning or orientation session for students at the Satsang Vidyalaya and Peepal Grove School at Sadum.
Participate in Talks and Retreats
The Satsang Foundation organizes Sri M’s discourses and retreats from time to time. In these talks, he elucidates on topics of interest to thinkers and seekers and answers their questions. Retreats are usually held in idyllic surroundings away from the din of city life and include activities such as meditation, yoga, satsangs, devotional singing and nature walks.