Supporting those who Serve
Kailash Foundation is an Australian charity delivering structured, place-based programs that help those impacted by the unique demands of service.
Our programs empower current and former service personnel, their families and the broader community in need to rest, reset, and re-connect to life with greater meaning, purpose and vision.
Am I eligible?
Kailash Foundation supports ADF veterans, serving personnel, emergency services workers, health professionals, caregivers, their families, and others in need who are seeking a grounded space to rest, reset and recalibrate.
How We Help
Our programs are built around the principle of the basics done well; time away from the chaos, structured daily rhythm, practical skills session, evidence based and accessible wellbeing practices, rest, reflection, mate-ship and nature.
Retreat Access
Supported access to structured retreats at Kailash Ashram, including our public facing Soul Retreat, Four Yogas, and Elements of Life retreats.
These programs offer time away from daily pressure in a quiet natural environment, with practices that support steadiness, reflection, and reconnection.
Tree of Life
Our longer residential program for Veterans and Emergency Service personnel seeking a deep reset.
Tree of Life combines daily rhythm, simple living, practical work, guided reflection, and community to help participants regain direction and reconnect with life.
Family Stays
Short retreat stays for those who serve and their immediate family.
This program gives families space to rest, reconnect, and receive support whilst spending meaningful time together.
Community Shed
Hands-on programs centred around woodworking, permaculture, land-based skills, practical projects, and shared contribution.
The Community Shed supports capability, confidence, connection, and purpose through meaningful work.
A place to let go of the past
Service demands a staunch personality and an even stronger family. For many, the burden becomes too much to bear and life goes from bad to worse.
Kailash Foundation supports Servers and their families with evidence based, peer led, non-clinical programs.
Our passion is in equipping our participants with the tools and practices to sustainably take charge of their own wellbeing, for good.
WE ARE
Veteran Led
Our founders are Veterans and family members with lived experience and our board members have all been touched by the challenges of service.
You can rest assured that we have ‘been there too’ and that our programs are designed to ensure accessible activities in a supportive environment.
Rediscover yourself
at our dedicated retreat centre
Kailash Foundation’s home is at Kailash Ashram, our grounding, cosy retreat centre set amongst the pristine wilderness of the Grampians in Western Victoria.
Our programs give you time away from the city noise and freedom from the pressures and never ending demands of life.
With screen free zones, abundant nature and wildlife, our programs are intimate by design and are capped at small numbers to ensure a supportive experience.
OUR RETREAT HOME
Kailash Ashram
Kailash Ashram is the home of the Kailash Foundation.
An Ashram is a peaceful environment dedicated to the sharing of meditation and yoga.
Since 2018, Kailash Ashram has hosted more than 50 public retreats, welcoming those from all walks of life.
These retreats are accessed on a donation basis with contributions supporting our scholarships, service programs, community programs and subsidised family stays.
The Ashram carries the contemplative depth of our work.
Kailash Foundation opens that work outward through an expanded set of subsidised offerings tailored to service givers, their families and those in need.
Simple.
Structured.
Grounded in Life.
We believe meaningful change is arrived at by applying simple changes with consistency.
Our work is informed by longstanding traditions of yoga and meditation, while remaining accessible to people of all backgrounds, beliefs, and life experiences.
No prior experience is required.
ANCIENT WISDOM MADE
RELEVANT FOR MODERN TIMES
Our Model
Our programs emphasise;
- time away from pressure and overstimulation
- clear daily rhythm
- practical, hands-on activity
- rest, reflection, and conversation
- connection with nature
- supportive community
- access to practices such as yoga, meditation, and guided relaxation
Our core message leverages thousands of years of Yogic wisdom. The practices teachings we share on our programs help individuals and families to;
Be Part of the Work
Kailash Foundation thrives through generosity, participation and the spirit of giving.
Our programs are supported by the good will of past retreat participants, with many so profoundly moved they return to volunteer.
We invite you to consider supporting the work of the Kailash Foundation so that we can continue serving those who serve, their families and the community in need.
Support
Your donation helps provide access to retreats, family stays, and programs for people who may otherwise not be able to attend.
Partner
We welcome partnerships with service organisations, emergency services groups, veteran organisations, community groups, philanthropic supporters, and aligned professionals.
Participate
Explore our upcoming retreats, family stays, residential programs and community initiatives.
PROUDLY SUPPORTED BY OUR
Major Program Supporter
WORKING WITH OUR
Community Partners
