How You Can Help

We are aware that these are difficult and uncertain times for many people around the world — people who have lost loved ones, who no longer have a stable source of income, or who are afraid and cut off from the comfort of other human beings. May all of us as a species use this opportunity to wake up to our shared humanity, our shared vulnerability, to nourish our compassion, and to strengthen our communities.

The monasteries, too, find themselves facing a challenge. The practice centers are dependent on retreat fees to cover the basic necessities. While the monasteries are closed they will completely rely on the generosity of practitioners. If you can, please consider offering a donation. Your gift will provide food, shelter, and healthcare for the sisters and brothers. 

Giving to the Foundation’s general support fund will give the monastics the flexibility to send funds to the monasteries of greatest need.

If you have registered for a retreat that is now cancelled and if your situation allows, please consider offering all or some portion of your already paid retreat fees to be retained by the monastery as a donation. 

Any gift will greatly help the monastics and be deeply appreciated. 

PLEASE NOTE: Donating online versus sending a check would be greatly appreciated at this time. Our Foundation staff is now working remotely to do our part to slow the spread of the virus. Donation checks are mailed to our office at Deer Park Monastery, which is currently closed to the public, so processing mailed check donations is more challenging during this time. We apologize for any delays and appreciate your patience.