Giving Back with Heart
Our Commitment to Local Impact
At the heart of Goddess Retreats’s mission is spread kindness and happiness to all. Supporting charities that help vulnerable people and animals has been a part of what we do for almost a quarter of a century. We have sponsored the release of baby turtles into the ocean, make continous donations to The Smile Foundation, SOLE Men, and helped with the ROLE Foundation’s mission to empower young Balinese women. We’ve donated to care for rescue animals through BAWA, Little Steps Matter and donated to grassroots local initiatives to uplift communities in need. During the pandemic, we created our own Goddess Kitchen to provide meals and groceries to vulnerable women and children most affected by lockdowns. Whether through direct donations, community partnerships, or hands-on support, we remain devoted to making the world a little brighter with loving kindness.
IKA Foundation
We are passionate about supporting the Ika Foundation, a Bali-based non-profit dedicated to improving the lives of women and children—particularly those facing cancer.
Through our regular donations, we help fund vital programs including blood donation drives, Pap smear screenings, cancer awareness education, health check-ups, and nutritious food donations for children undergoing cancer treatment. These initiatives not only save lives but also bring comfort, dignity, and hope to families during their most challenging times.
By supporting the Ika Foundation’s medical programs, we stand alongside them in their mission to ensure that women and children in need have access to the care and resources that inspire resilience, independence, and brighter futures.
Yayasan Senyum
We have proudly supported Yayasan Senyum Bali—the Smile Foundation—since 2005 through regular donations. This remarkable Balinese non-profit is dedicated to bringing health and happiness to people with craniofacial disabilities by providing access to specialist surgeries and ongoing care.
Since its founding, Yayasan Senyum Bali has helped 3,822 patients, facilitated 4,015 life-changing surgeries, and conducted 61 outreach missions to reach those in remote areas of eastern Indonesia. Through their work, thousands of individuals have been given not only new smiles, but renewed confidence, dignity, and hope for the future.
Sole Family
We are honoured to have supported Sole Family Bali—formerly Solemen Indonesia—since its early days. Founded in 2011, this extraordinary foundation is dedicated to providing education, healthcare, and essential support to underprivileged children and families across Bali.
Over the years, Sole Family has transformed lives by assisting more than 900 families, and today continues to care for over 800 families in need. Through their outreach, medical care, and ongoing support, they bring hope, dignity, and practical help to some of the island’s most vulnerable communities.
BaliWise & ROLE Foundation
We’re deeply proud that Goddess Retreats, and our wonderful guests, have championed the R.O.L.E. Foundation, not just through generous donations, but also by creating real opportunities, helping young women secure employment and empowering them to shape their own futures. A number of our team members have personally benefited from the foundation’s transformative work.
Since its founding in 2007, R.O.L.E. has uplifted over 650 women, equipping them with essential hospitality and life‑skills training via the Bali WISE program, and helping them step confidently into the workforce Recent initiatives continue this powerful momentum: the 2024 Bali WISE program boasts support for 843 women through training, graduation, and employment pathways
BAWA
Wellness is not only about self-care, but also about caring for our community. Over the years, Goddess Retreats has supported the Bali Animal Welfare Association (BAWA) through donations, helping them rescue, protect, and improve the lives of Bali’s animals.
Since its founding in 2007, BAWA has rescued and treated over 24,000 animals, provided tens of thousands of vaccinations, and run ongoing sterilisation programs that have reached more than 80,000 dogs across the island. Their work not only saves lives but also helps create healthier, safer communities for both animals and people.
Little Steps Matter
We believe every small gesture carries immense power. Over the years, Goddess Retreats has supported Little Steps Matter through regular donations—and some of our team members have even adopted rescued dogs from them, strengthening our personal connection to their mission.
Since becoming an official non-profit in 2016, Little Steps Matter has grown into a dedicated team of 14 women who deliver vital services across Bali—street feeding, community outreach and education, emergency rescue, medical care, and safe‑house caregiving
Thanks to generous supporters like you, they’re making a profound impact:
- Distributing 800 kg of food per week to dogs and cats in need
- Performing more than 2,500 sterilizations to date
- Providing 750 free medications per month to support animal health
Your donations don’t just help animals, they restore dignity, health, and hope. Every contribution you hand to our retreat hostess at check-in becomes part of someone’s, or some furry friend’s, journey toward a brighter, safer future.
