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Our Work
We are raising the changemakers of the future.
Educating Changemakers
Our model, philosophy, and pedagogy.
Essential Practices
Educating the heart, mind and body.
Jhamtse for Earth
Organic farming, natural construction, and clean energy.
Loving Karma - NEW!
What happened to Tashi? Loving Karma is the long-awaited follow-up to the Emmy Award winning documentary, Tashi and the Monk. Find out where you can watch a live screening!
Tashi and the Monk
Our Emmy Award wining documentary is universal in its message – love and compassion change everything! Available to watch for free in 13 languages!
Support Jhamtse
Our work creates a lasting and multi-generational impact. Your support enables Jhamtse to transform lives.
Planting Kindness
A kinder world starts in the quiet choices we make each day. Get the booklet and start your journey today.
Sponsor a Child
Join the Jhamtse Family creating ripples of kindness worldwide.
Our Partnerships
We are deeply grateful for the dedication and generosity of our partner organizations.
BWT + Jhamtse Gatsal
Jhamtse Gatsal is deeply honored to be a supported project of BWT and the AQUA PEARLS Foundation.
Become a Partner
Our partnerships are rooted in shared values and measurable impact.
Meet Lobsang
A former Buddhist monk, Lobsang’s personal journey is one of deep transformation that led to the creation of Jhamtse Gatsal.
Why Jhamtse?
Jhamtse – love and compassion in our local Monpa language - is more than a word.
A Global Inspiration
Touching hearts and igniting transformative action on a global scale
Our Team
We are a home, learning center and incubator for mindful living, sustainable practices, and holistic nurturance of children.
Our Partnerships
We are deeply grateful for the dedication and generosity of our partner organizations.
Sponsor a Child
Join the Jhamtse Family creating ripples of kindness worldwide.
How Sponsorship Works
Here’s what you can expect when you become part of the Jhamtse Family sponsorship community.
Our Impact
This is what’s possible when children are nurtured with love, opportunity, and purpose.