Think deeply.
Make room for reflection, curiosity and thoughtful dialogue.
A shared world. A shared future.
A more
compassionate
world starts
with us.
We build communities for a wiser, more compassionate and peaceful world.
Explore our initiatives
Rooted in connection.Growing toward possibility.
THE RAINES FOUNDATIONPhilosophy✳Philanthropy✳Exploratory education
01 / Our approach
Better futures begin
with better connections.
Our relationships shape the world we share.
The Raines Foundation brings people together through philosophical dialogue, philanthropic action and peaceful, supportive relationships within the human family.
Our community platforms create spaces to exchange ideas, support meaningful work and explore what it means to live well together.
See how connection becomes actionCare openly.
Recognize our shared humanity and meet one another with compassion.
Act together.
Find community around the work of building a more peaceful world.
02 / Our initiatives
Find your way
to make a difference.
Different starting points.
One belief in what we can do together.
Peacewalking
A community for people seeking more peace in their lives and in the world.
Discover Peacewalking
Explore peace as a daily practice and connect with others who share that intention.
Visit Peacewalking (opens in a new tab)The Human Family
A community connecting people who care about humanitarian issues and our shared future.
Discover The Human Family
Learn, share ideas and find connection around six areas of human well-being: water, food, education, health, the environment and peace.
Explore the six focus areasCharity Spaces
Connecting charity leaders, team members and volunteers with community, tools and resources.
Discover Charity Spaces
Explore a community built around helping charities connect and fulfill their missions.
Visit Charity Spaces (opens in a new tab)Contemplation Center
A community for sharing insights from meditation, mindfulness, prayer and contemplative practices.
Discover Contemplation Center
A place to explore contemplative practice through the insights and perspectives of others.
Connect with the foundation03 / A shared foundation
A world where
well-being belongs to everyone.
Six areas of human well-being
that connect us all.
Clean water
Life’s most essential resource.
Food & nutrition
Nourishment for a healthy life.
Education & schools
The opportunity to learn and grow.
Health & wellness
Care for body and mind.
Healthy environment
A thriving planet we share.
Peace & security
The freedom to live without fear.
There is a place for you here
Start with curiosity.
Come with compassion.
Find your community.
Explore an initiative that speaks to you, or connect with The Raines Foundation to follow our work.