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JIN SHIN JYUTSU SMB INC

WOODSTOCK, NY · EIN 872154324 · Form 990EZ · FY2024 · NTEE A20 · Arts, Culture & Humanities · Micro (<$100K) · jsjsmb.org
revenue
$74K
expenses
$37K
net assets
$74K
employees
mission · from form 990

TO BRING VARIOUS HEATHCARE SUPPORT TO NY

profile · synthesized from sources

Jin Shin Jyutsu Spirit Mind Body is a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving and teaching Jin Shin Jyutsu, an integrative energy-balancing practice rooted in Japanese tradition. It carries forward the legacy of Mary Burmeister, who brought the art to the United States in the 1950s. The organization trains practitioners globally through in-person and online courses, promoting self-care and holistic well-being.

named programs · 2 · from sources

What they call their work

Jin Shin Jyutsu Classes & Events
Comprehensive training programs offered in-person, live online, and on-demand to teach Jin Shin Jyutsu techniques for self-care and professional practice.
Jin Shin Jyutsu Connects
Free weekly meditations and self-help practices offered online to build a global community and support personal well-being.
activities · 3 groups

What they do

  • Spiritual Development & Meditation Programs 1 activity
    • Host free weekly meditation and self-help events
      Host a free weekly Jin Shin Jyutsu self-help meditation every Wednesday at 2 pm New York time and offer self-help practices through live and recorded meditations, including samples from the We Are One Meditation Series.
  • Martial Arts Instruction and Training 1 activity
    • Offer Jin Shin Jyutsu education programs globally
      Provide in-person, live online, and on-demand video courses in Jin Shin Jyutsu for global learners, including classes, workshops, and instructor training. The organization teaches through a network of 18 instructors fluent in 5 languages and has over 19,000 students enrolled worldwide.
  • Uncategorized 4 activities
    • Conduct research on Jin Shin Jyutsu applications
      Collaborate on research documenting the effects of Jin Shin Jyutsu in supportive care settings, including symptom relief and improved quality of life for oncology patients, and compile an annotated bibliography for use by students, educators, and healthcare professionals.
    • Deliver Jin Shin Jyutsu services in healthcare and community settings
      Provide Jin Shin Jyutsu support in clinical and community contexts, including during labor (associated with reduced labor duration and cesarean rates) and for breast cancer patients (improving comfort and symptom management), as well as treatments at the L.A. Veterans Administration hospital and through Red Cross volunteering.
    • Develop and disseminate Jin Shin Jyutsu instructional materials
      Develop practical self-help applications, produce and update foundational textbooks by Mary Burmeister, and support the dissemination of Jin Shin Jyutsu knowledge through book logistics and educational content.
    • Provide Jin Shin Jyutsu sessions and self-help practices
      Conduct one-hour Jin Shin Jyutsu sessions where clients remain fully clothed and lie on a cushioned surface while practitioners assess energy flow through light hand placement on the wrists. Offer self-help practices involving specific hand positions to support pulse synchronization and holistic balance of body, mind, and spirit.
financials · form 990EZ · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$74K
Contributions & grants$74K100%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$170%
Other revenue
expenses
Total expenses$37K
Program expenses
Admin / overhead
Fundraising
Salaries & benefits
Grants paid out
balance sheet
Total assets$74K
Cash
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Net assets$74K
3 years on record · 2022–2024 · YoY revenue +60.4%
relationships · 16

Who they work with

  • Alessander Palma Partner — Facilitator in the We Are One Meditation Series.
  • Anita Willoughby Partner — Instructor in the We Are One Meditation Series.
  • Atlantic Health System Partner — Conducted research on the benefits of Jin Shin Jyutsu for easing labor during childbirth.
  • Burmeister family Partner — Entrusted the Jin Shin Jyutsu legacy to the organization in 2020.
  • Haruki Kato Partner — Longtime correspondent and collaborator with Mary Burmeister, contributing to the continuity and development of Jin Shin Jyutsu teachings.
  • JSJ Inc. Network — David Burmeister served as Director of JSJ Inc., which supports Jin Shin Jyutsu activities.
  • Lotus Live Design Creative Studio Partner — Branding, web design, development, and SEO services provider for the organization's website.
  • Main Central Newsletter Partner — Source of published testimonials and shared experiences related to Jin Shin Jyutsu practice.
  • Markey Cancer Center Partner — Collaborated on research related to Jin Shin Jyutsu in supportive cancer care.
  • Mary Burmeister Partner — Student of Master Murai who brought Jin Shin Jyutsu to America in the 1950s and began teaching workshops in the 1960s.
  • Mary Burmeister Jin Shin Jyutsu Institute Network — Recognizes instructors authorized by the Mary Burmeister Jin Shin Jyutsu Institute.
  • Mary Burmeister’s family Government — Entrusted the Jin Shin Jyutsu legacy to Jin Shin Jyutsu Spirit Mind Body in 2020.
  • Master Jiro Murai Government — Revived Jin Shin Jyutsu in the early 1900s after recovering from a terminal illness and dedicated his life to its preservation.
  • Patricia Meador Partner — Longtime colleague and collaborator in providing Jin Shin Jyutsu treatments and maintaining the JSJ office.
  • Sarah Harper Partner — Instructor in the We Are One Meditation Series.
  • Susan Schwarz Partner — Instructor in the We Are One Meditation Series.
strategies · 4

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Energy Flow Harmonization for Holistic Well-Being
    methodology: energy_flow_harmonization
    By using gentle hand placements on specific energy pathways (e.g., "safety energy locks") to unblock and harmonize life energy, the practice releases physical and emotional tensions because balanced energy flow is believed to support the body's innate self-healing capacity. This mechanism underpins both practitioner-facilitated and self-applied modalities.
  • Global Community Engagement Through Adaptive and Ritualized Practice
    methodology: adaptive_community_engagement
    By combining adaptive hybrid education with recurring community rituals, the organization expands access and sustains engagement because flexible delivery and shared practice foster inclusivity, continuity, and collective healing across diverse populations.
  • Integrative and Complementary Approach to Health Care
    methodology: integrative_care
    By positioning Jin Shin Jyutsu as a non-invasive, complementary therapy integrated with conventional medical care, it supports patient well-being without replacing clinical treatment, because it enhances holistic healing while respecting medical boundaries.
  • Self-Empowerment Through Accessible Self-Help Practice
    methodology: self_help_empowerment
    By teaching individuals to apply Jin Shin Jyutsu techniques on themselves, the organization fosters self-regulation, personal awareness, and healing because self-applied practice promotes autonomy, ongoing access, and integration into daily life, enhancing long-term well-being.