Ananda is a global movement of more than 140,000 people dedicated to Self-realization. Based on the mission and teachings of Paramhansa Yogananda to unite the spiritual wisdom of the East with the material efficiency of the West, Ananda is pioneering models for living an integrated spiritual life that inspires millions today.
What makes Ananda unique is our goal to offer everyone access to the practical teachings of yoga as shared by Paramhansa Yogananda and Swami Kriyananda. Thanks to the generosity of people like you, Ananda outreach ministries will continue to serve millions of seekers.
Ananda’s Outreach Flows Expansively on the Wings of Technology
Sharing Yogananda’s teachings means making them accessible to anyone — anywhere and at any time.
This year, we:
- Had 2.1 million visits to ananda websites
- Taught 20,938 new people how to meditate
- Had 2,267,719 video views on YouTube
- Had 1,193,654 Engagements on Facebook
- Reached 40,985 Ananda Meditation app downloads
- Supported over 5,012 Kriyabans from 27 countries
Free Inspiration
Ananda has a wealth of inspirational offerings to support and uplift you on your spiritual journey.
- Free online content (video, blogs, spiritual talks, books, radio)
- Books
- Music
- Apps
- Spiritual pilgrimages
- And much more
Ongoing Personal Contact and Support
The essence of Ananda remains-sharing wisdom, the teachings, the music, the laughter, but most of all friendship. Love and friendship are the core of Ananda.
- Online classes
- Ananda Communities
- Virtual Community
- Meditation Groups
- Workshops lead by ministers and teachers
- Individual counseling
- Retreats
Deepening your Spiritual Life
Enrich and deepen your spiritual life with Ananda’s many offerings.
- Learn about the advanced meditation technique, Kriya Yoga
- Extensive online courses
- Online classes and retreats
- Ananda’s Karma Yoga Ashram Programs
- Learn about discipleship
- Spiritual counseling
- Meditation and Yoga Teacher trainings and certifications
Tools to Rise and Meet These Opportunities with Courage and Hope
Living a balanced and happy life means acquiring a wealth of tools for any challenge life has to offer.
- Healing prayers
- Spiritual counseling certification
- Meditation techniques
- Affirmations
- Energization exercises
- Meditation app
- Daily online group meditation
Support Ananda Outreach Ministries
What is the Difference Between A Tithe, Donation, Pledge or Planned Gift?
Tithing is a spiritual practice, a conscious expression of gratitude to God. It is not directed towards a specific fund but given without condition to the source of your inspiration. For many people a tithe is given before any expenses are paid.
A donation is an amount given to support a specific fund or activity and is taken from disposable income.
Pledges are set dollar amounts that a person plans for giving, either on an on-going basis or within a specific time. A church or other organization counts on your pledge as part of its budget.
A planned gift is a contribution that is arranged in the present and allocated at a future date. Commonly donated through a will or trust, planned gifts are most often granted once the donor has passed away.
Your support makes possible all that Ananda does to share inspiration and practical wisdom with all who seek it.
Make a gift today!
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“Those who have money, and use it for the welfare of other people, get great good karma for it.” Paramhansa Yogananda
Ananda Fundraising Team
Ananda’s fundraising team is here to build a bridge that connects each one of us with the heart of Ananda through the sacred act of giving.
Mai Lee
Director of Development
Mai is highly trained in the world of business and technology. 10 years ago she took up the practice of meditation. Thrilled with the changes in herself she was able to experience in her busy life in Los Angeles, she took her exploration further in 2016 by moving to Ananda Village.
Mai has held numerous senior development positions, including directing HYPE Los Angeles, The Midnight Mission, and currently, Ananda Sangha Worldwide, where she is the primary fundraising strategist. She has consulted with multiple technology companies on apps and technology for the nonprofit industry. She is a former board member of FBI Los Angeles Citizens Academy, Operation Progress, and Central City Association. She currently serves on the Board of Directors for Sharing Nature Worldwide, a nonprofit that brings nature education experiences to adults and youth across the globe.
Nayaswami Parvati Hansen
