| Dear friends in Dhamma, the work on our construction site is progressing well. The tiling work is almost complete and the installation of the wooden floors is also well advanced. Over the past few weeks, we have had a number of hard-working helpers on site who have carried out important tasks and assisted with the installation work. |
The meditation room inspires joy in everyone, as well as a certain degree of “awe.”
We already use it for evening chanting, and occasionally someone sneaks in to practice.
Many thanks
to everyone who has contributed to the success of this wonderful project with their actions and donations, helping and supporting us both directly and from afar.
Traditionally, Buddhist teachings have been passed on on a donation basis since the beginning. Only through the voluntary donations of meditators and appreciative people is it possible to continue to provide access to the Dhamma and meditation practice for all interested parties.
Here at Dhammacari, we have also been offering teaching, accommodation, and meals on a donation basis since the beginning.
Twenty years ago, on February 1, 2006, we started the first retreat here at Dhammacari, and some who were there at the time will surely remember it.
Any support for the Dhamma has always been considered a great merit.
May your generosity flow back to you in many ways.
May you be carried through all the difficulties of life.
May your faith in “Buddha, Dhamma, and Sangha” grow steadily.
What else requires further financial support?
The next necessary step is fire safety measures.
The building cannot be used until these have been completed.
In addition to smoke detectors, this primarily includes fire safety elements such as doors separating certain areas from one another and a metal staircase providing an escape route from the meditation room.
Another major item is the storage of firefighting water in the outdoor area, which is related to fire protection.
Outdoor properties must store firefighting water for 2 hours, measured by the size of the building.
This amount of water is not available through the existing water pipe. Therefore, tanks must be buried to hold a total of 96,000 liters of water.
A total of
approximately €95,000 is needed
to enable these important construction phases to be carried out.
How can you donate?
This expansion project is also an expression of joy, of working together to create something big and meaningful.
Who would like to participate?
Every contribution is welcome. Even if the amounts mentioned seem high, don’t be afraid to give if you think it’s not much.
Everyone can give what they can afford, and every contribution is welcome and contributes to the success of the project.
Account details
Dhammacari Vipassana Meditation Center e.V.
Sparkasse Erding-Dorfen
IBAN: DE74700519950010183903
SWIFT-BIC: BYLADEM1ERD
Regular donations
Monthly donations have been particularly helpful for more than a year. Some regular donors have now ended their standing orders after the promised year, while others have pledged further support.
Who can contribute a monthly amount toward the completion of the extension?
When making your transfer, please state the
purpose as “Regular donation for the extension.”
Dhammacari Vipassana Meditation Center e.V.
Sparkasse Erding-Dorfen
IBAN: DE74700519950010183903
SWIFT-BIC: BYLADEM1ERD
Helpers
The entire project still needs helpers—whether for the construction site or for the ongoing operation of the meditation center. Please get in touch if you can come for a few days or longer to contribute.
Lots of Metta for all of you
Your Dhammacari-Team