karma for kids founded in 2002, is the first and only fundraiser in the world dedicated to providing happiness and healing in the lives of children with cancer and their families, through the practice of yoga.

karma for kids is a challenge for yoga practitioners (typically adults) from around the country to intensify their yoga practice within a 60 day time period to raise money and awareness for Camp Okizu.

Camp Okizu offers the unique opportunity for children with cancer, and their siblings to learn independence, nourish positive self-esteem and gain skills they never thought were possible. At camp, kids can be in a safe, trusting environment. It is a place for fun, lasting friendships and the development of self-confidence often creating the will to survive.

How it works

From May 20th to July 20th, 2007 yogis and yoginis choose to practice a specified number of classes within the 60 day time period and raise money to go to the Okizu Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit.

You commit to practicing one of the following increments or choose the amount of classes that work for you!

• 15 classes to be completed in 60 days
• 30 classes to be completed in 60 days
• 60 classes to be completed in 60 days

Participation

Anyone and all levels can participate! If you have never taken a yoga class before, or if you practice every single day, karma for kids is for anyone who wants to change their body and make a difference in the life of a child with cancer. All yoga traditions are welcome and all ages are welcome. Studios of all traditions offer special karma for kids classes, workshops and perks to those individuals who are not only practicing  karma yoga, but also taking this special, life-challenging step towards a healthier life. Why you should do this now? Because you can! A healthy life is a precious gift! karma for kids will enhance your own physical and spiritual well being while raising funds to send a child with cancer to camp. All participants receive a T-shirt and a yoga mat.