The Garrison Institute Email Format
Non-profit OrganizationsNew York, United States51-200 Employees
The Garrison Institute is a not-for-profit, non-sectarian organization based in Garrison, New York, founded in 2003. It investigates how contemplative practice can inform and enhance engaged action on contemporary social and environmental issues. Its mission is to translate contemplative insights into constructive, systemic change, fostering a more compassionate and resilient future. The institute pursues this aim through a collaborative approach that blends scientific perspectives with spiritual inquiry. The organization engages a network of practitioners and organizations pursuing mindful leadership and well-being initiatives. In May 2026, Garrison Institute International named Mary Lambert as director of bioregional resilience, signaling ongoing leadership expansion.