VegVoyages Foundation
The VegVoyages Foundation was founded on a simple belief: travel should create meaningful benefits not only for the travelers but also for the communities that welcome us. From the very beginning, Vegan Travel Asia by VegVoyages has woven social responsibility and charitable action into the heart of every journey we offer.
Our programs support a wide range of initiatives, including hands-on assistance at grassroots animal rescues and sanctuaries; support for community education, recycling, and sustainability projects; and contributions to animal protection and conservation efforts. We also provide essential resources such as school supplies, desks, and water filtration systems for village schools, and we serve nourishing vegan meals at children’s homes and emergency relief centers.
Giving back is not an afterthought—it is a responsibility we proudly embrace. We are deeply grateful to the communities that have welcomed our guests and us over the years, and we are committed to supporting their long-term well-being.
The VegVoyages Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit public charity. Our Tax/EIN is 82-1948673.
VegVoyages Foundation has proudly provided ongoing care and support to a wide range of initiatives across Asia, including:
Six animal sanctuaries and conservation programs, such as turtle conservation projects in Bali and Malaysia; coral reef conservation programs in Indonesia and Sri Lanka; a bear rescue and rehabilitation center in Laos; wildlife protection efforts in Sumatra and Thailand; and additional animal rescue and rehabilitation initiatives in North India and Nepal.
Compassionate education, outreach, and social development programs serving marginalized communities in Sri Lanka, Laos, and Nepal.
Thirteen community-based programs spanning reef restoration projects, local recycling centers, an educational institution providing vocational skills for women with disabilities, a center offering prosthetic, orthotic, and rehabilitation services to individuals injured by unexploded ordnance (UXO), and empowerment programs helping women and youth from low-income communities generate sustainable income to support themselves and their families.
In January 2024, the VegVoyages Foundation was honored to support the Animal Liberation Sanctuary in Nepal, founded by Lama Zopa Rinpoche in 2000. Dedicated to rescuing animals—particularly goats—from slaughter, the sanctuary provides a safe and compassionate refuge. Our support funded one month of essential food and medical care for more than 50 rescued animals. This partnership reflects more than financial assistance; it represents our commitment to kindness, empathy, and creating a more compassionate world.
The people we meet along our journeys continue to inspire us deeply: dedicated volunteers and activists, passionate local leaders, children in rural communities eager to learn, women empowered to contribute to and support their household incomes, survivors of UXO injuries who channel resilience into helping others, and the animals finding safety and healing in shelters. Their strength, hope, and determination motivate us to do more.
HOW DO WE FUND THESE PROGRAMS...
The VEGVOYAGES FOUNDATION is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit public charity. Our Tax/EIN is: 82-1948673.
The VegVoyages Foundation is primarily funded by Vegan Travel Asia, with a significant portion of the profits from each tour dedicated to supporting the foundation’s projects and programs. In addition, the foundation receives generous contributions from our loyal guests and friends. We are profoundly grateful for their invaluable support, which makes all of our initiatives possible.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to all of our friends and guests who have supported the foundation’s work over the years—your continued support is deeply appreciated.
HOW YOU CAN LEND YOUR SUPPORT
If you would like to support the VegVoyages Foundation—as a donor or as a potential partner—you have the power to Start Something for children, animals, and the planet today. We invite you to connect with us to learn how your support can make the greatest possible impact for the communities we serve. Please email yusi@vegvoyages.com to begin the conversation.
The VegVoyages Foundation is a non-profit organization driven by passion, not profit. This work is not a job for us—it is our commitment. The VegVoyages Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity. Donations are tax-deductible as allowed by U.S. law. If you would like a copy of our IRS determination letter, don’t hesitate to get in touch with us, email yusi@vegvoyages.com.