Jackie Kohut Kwan Yin Healing Project
Jeff Brinker Jeff Brinker

Jackie Kohut Kwan Yin Healing Project

Our healing project is named after the Chinese bodhisattva associated with compassion, Kwan Yin, who is regarded by the Chinese as the goddess of mercy. Kwan Yin is ashortened form of . . .

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Peace Pole
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Peace Pole

Silent River Kung Fu’s Peace Pole Project is a reinforcement of our school’s egalitarian ideals. We are all equal and we all have value. The privilege of Kung Fu does not discriminate. To commemorate our . . .

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Northern Lights Wolf Centre
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Northern Lights Wolf Centre

Wolves play a very important role in the ecosystems in which they live. Since 1995, when wolves were reintroduced to the American West, research has shown that in many places they have helped revitalize . . .

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Second Chance Animal Rescue Society
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Second Chance Animal Rescue Society

Second Chance Animal Rescue incorporated in 1994 as a nonprofit 501(c)(3), all-volunteer organization. They are dedicated to rescuing, caring for and adopting out homeless dogs and cats into loving and . . .

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Cranes For Peace
Jeff Brinker Jeff Brinker

Cranes For Peace

Not a single one of our children’s class students have lived in a Canada not at war. It is important that they are reminded that while war is not taking place on our soil, children around the world are experiencing . . .

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ATSIKANA PA ULENDO
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ATSIKANA PA ULENDO

Many of the world’s problems can be solved through education and the key is girls’ education. Atsikana Pa Ulendo (Malawi Girls on the Move) is an initiative co-founded by Canadian teacher Christie . . .

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Green Certification
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Green Certification

No one can deny the power for example. At Silent River kung fu, we encourage our students to be the change they want to see in the world. In 2013 we put our values into action by becoming the first . . .

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Silent River Benevolent Foundation
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Silent River Benevolent Foundation

The Silent River Benevolent Foundation is a registered non-profit organization setup by Silent River Kung Fu for charitable purposes in the province of Alberta. All of the fundraising efforts from our . . .

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Pandamonium
Jeff Brinker Jeff Brinker

Pandamonium

Kung fu empowers, and with this power comes responsibility. Silent River Kung Fu’s Pandamonium project is an important aspect of our intelligent curriculum that teaches empathy through raising . . .

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Ultimate Black Belt Test
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Ultimate Black Belt Test

If a person embraces mastery for a full year, where they push the boundaries of their limitations, they will evolve mentally, physically, emotionally, and spiritually into a more engaged, cognizant human . . .

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Reusable Grocery Bag
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Reusable Grocery Bag

Our dependence on petroleum is causing catastrophic damage to the environment. Plastic is a petroleum product that hits hard at all stages of its life cycle. Major chemicals go into the production of plastics . . .

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Alabama Build Project
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Alabama Build Project

Our students support and participate in The Ultimate Black Belt Test’s partnership with the Hale Empowerment and Revitalization Organization to help out the poor in Greensboro, Alabama. This . . .

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Connecting Beyond
Jeff Brinker Jeff Brinker

Connecting Beyond

Social isolation is a tough but necessary strategy if we are going to stop the exponential spread of COVID-19. While many of us are complaining about being bored at home, more vulnerable members of . . .

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Homeless of Katmandu
Jeff Brinker Jeff Brinker

Homeless of Katmandu

Rahul Bharti is an accomplished Nuad Phaen Boran teacher who lives in Kathmandu, Nepal. While he is famous worldwide for his teaching and practice of Thai Massage through The Healing Hands Centre that . . .

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The Lorax Project
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The Lorax Project

The Lorax by Dr. Suess is a great book that raises environmental awareness. It keeps its tone simple and fun, yet it makes a very powerful statement. Our Lorax Project is based on this book, and uses . . .

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Adopt A Driveway
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Adopt A Driveway

No matter who we are or what stage of life we are at, eventually we will be senior citizens who need assistance. Our team has adopted community seniors’ driveways and sidewalks, keeping them clear of . . .

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