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Every child deserves a future built on hope.

Starting in Reno, Nevada, we are empowering vulnerable youth through life-changing mentorship today, while building Homes of Hope for tomorrow.

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Students Mentored in Reno and counting.
01. Mentor

Consistent Presence

Weekly one-on-one sessions that provide stability, guidance, and a listening ear for Reno's vulnerable youth.

02. Empower

Skill Building

From financial literacy to leadership development, we equip students with the tools they need to thrive independently.

03. Restore

Global Vision

Our Homes of Hope initiative aims to provide safe housing and trauma recovery for children worldwide.

Local impact, built for a global vision.

The Karma Initiative is a nonprofit dedicated to helping vulnerable youth and children. We begin with weekly mentorship for middle and high school students in Reno, and we are building toward Homes of Hope: safe housing, education, and trauma recovery for children around the world.

Our impact by the numbers

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Students Mentored
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Active Volunteers
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School Partners
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Hours of Mentorship

Our Programs

We believe in local impact with a global vision. Our current focus is the youth of Reno, with an eye toward international growth.

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Reno Youth Mentorship

  • • Weekly Mentorship
  • • Career Guidance
  • • Life Skills
  • • Guest Speakers
  • • Financial Literacy
  • • Service Projects
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Coming Soon

Homes of Hope

A global initiative to build residential communities for children in need. These homes will provide education, trauma recovery, mentorship, and long-term support for a brighter future.

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In their own words

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John Doe
Program Alumni, Class of 2025
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Jane Doe
11th Grade, Reno
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John Smith
School Counselor, Washoe County

Ready to change a young life?

Whether you give an hour a week or a monthly gift, you become the steady presence a child is waiting for.