Giving

The teachings of the Buddha are offered for free. They are our birthright. Because we are alive, Buddha nature is in us.

We ask that you give in support of the teachings and the temple if you are able.

Become a member of the Heart Sangha and give a recurring, monthly donation.
Give a one-off donation to Heart Sangha. We can receive Venmo or cash.
Volunteer your time. We need an umzed for every Sunday Sangha, and people to help set up and return the room.
Volunteer your skills. Original artwork on the homepage was a gift from Tanika Pook Panyarachun

Dana

In Buddhism we say that generosity is a practice. What does this mean? Generosity, dana, is the first of the Six Paramitas, the Six Perfections. It opens the heart. When we prepare to give, we have the opportunity to go inside and notice what we are holding. Where is there constriction? Where is there expansion?

True generosity can melt the heart, preparing the way for the next Perfections: discipline, patience, diligence, meditation, and wisdom. When the heart is open, the ego is almost gone.