Our Role
The Prabhupada Foundation is a nonprofit organization that provides financial opportunities to ISKCON devotees.
Many devotees may not know how to build a business or achieve financial freedom despite being intelligent, energetic and having great ideas.
We envision a world where all devotees have access to the education, networking, and capital necessary to succeed in today’s fast-paced professional environment.
To this end, Prabhupada Foundation provides a range of services based on successful models from around the world.
In many cases, Srila Prabhupada encouraged devotees in their projects by providing loans and grants using money from his book trust. Following his example, Prabhupada Foundation is endeavoring to develop a unique concept based on other successful models...
Microfinance
We provide small loans to devotee entrepreneurs. By creating a system based on mutual trust, accountability, participation and creativity, we remove the need for collateral. This innovative model has been pioneered and proven by Grameen Bank, Kiva, and others.
Venture Capital
We connect investors with promising devotee-run businesses. Think ISKCON Shark Tank, without the drama. Do you have a great idea? Or are you looking to invest in the next big thing? Contact us today.
Scholarships & Resources
We empower ISKCON youth to pursue higher education. Individuals can donate to our endowment fund. The International Christian Scholarship Foundation provides a great example of this principle in action.
Supporting The Arts
The arts are fundamental to our society. They inspire us and strengthen our communities by fostering creativity, empathy, and beauty. Become a patron of ISKCON artists today.
Project Ideas
Even if you don’t have your own big idea, we can help you build a business based on project templates that are proven to work. Examples include:
- Wholesale supply of grains, non-perishables, etc., to temples and communities;
- Custom Vaishnava or yoga attire;
- Supply of Deity clothes and jewelry;
- Farming/Agriculture Co-op/Ahimsa Milk;
- Golden Oldies: Bliss Bars/Spiritual Sky Incense;
- Start-up costs for College Bhakti Yoga Clubs;
- A touring theatre production;
- Publishing and distributing books.
How to get involved?
Groundbreaking change requires collective generosity and cooperative service. At the Prabhupada Foundation, we understand that everyone has a unique contribution. Our expert team works with investors, donors, and aspiring entrepreneurs worldwide to explore new ideas, scale up proven solutions, and champion innovative projects.
We can only achieve our goals with the assistance of generous donors and investors who care about the future of our movement. Contact our team today to see how you can make an impact.