Support Vajra Dakini Nunnery - Vajra Dakini Nunnery

We operate entirely by donation.

May life of the lama and teachings be firm

May the world be filled with holders of the teachings

May the abundant strength of the teachings’ Patrons increase And may all be auspicious so the teachings remain for the ages to come

The dharma exists today because of an unbroken lineage of teachings dating back 2500 years to the time of the Buddha. These teachings have been preserved and transmitted free from materialism through a living lineage of monastics who have dedicated themselves entirely to studying, teaching, and embodying the dharma.

Dana offers us the privilege and opportunity to take part in an important tradition, making offerings with gratitude. Rather than paying for teachings, one enters into this unbroken circle of generosity called “dana”. Khenmo and all monastics commit by vow to freely offer their time, wisdom, and teachings without material compensation. Thus, we create a circle of gratitude by providing their necessities for sustaining life – food, shelter, and the funds needed to meet their obligations as Buddhist scholars and teachers.

Even if one throws away the rinsing from a pot or a cup into the village pool or pond,

wishing that the living beings there may feed on them

even this would be a source of merit, not to speak of giving a gift to human beings

Dana which is a Pali word meaning generosity or giving and was the first paramita (perfection) that the Buddha taught his students to cultivate. It is traditional that students participate in this practice of generosity of giving back to the teachers after receiving the gift of the teachings. It is not meant to be obligatory or even done reluctantly. It is an expression of gratitude as you reflect on how the offered teachings have guided, informed, and will benefit your life. We are profoundly grateful for any support that you offer.

You can offer dana as you register or there will be an opportunity for giving at the conclusion of the programming. We are profoundly grateful for your support.

The suggested donations allow participants to contribute at a level that meets their personal financial situation. This is an expression of trust that the generosity of the teachers and organizations creating programs are met in appreciation and support by the recipients.

Participant: a welcome to joyously offer what you are able
Supporter ($25): an opportunity to give towards the direct cost of the program
Benefactor ($108): Enabling this and future teachings, your donation provides support above the costs of running our programs and helps make it possible for us to offer donation-based tuition to all. Your generosity enables Khenmo to continuously offer teachings and programs.