Supporting GTMC:
Your Impact & Ways to Give
Thank you for your continued support of GTMC. As a member-supported, non-profit organization, GTMC is governed by a board of directors and managed by a dedicated staff. The contributions of our members are essential for sustaining the practice and programming that GTMC offers. Every form of support is recognized and sincerely appreciated.
Your Impact Through Giving:
Your tax-deductible donation helps share the Dharma and sustain the Bamboo Forest Zen tradition in America's heartland. Your support funds teachers, classes, retreats, and weekly programs, ensuring these teachings continue for our community. Thank you for your contribution.
Easy Ways to Donate: Donations can be made conveniently through:
1. Check written to "Giac Tam Meditation Center" or "GTMC",
2. Zelle to Giactamcommunity@gmail.com.
3. Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Zen-GTMC
We deeply appreciate every act of generosity and thank you for your ongoing support.
Planned Giving Opportunities:
We invite you to consider making a lasting impact by including GTMC as a beneficiary in your retirement plans, life insurance policy, or will. These simple steps can make a transformative difference and help ensure the continuation of our organization’s mission. For more information, please contact us via email Giactamcommunity@gmail.com
Donations & Offerings for GTMC Programs
Giac Tam Meditation Center (GTMC) is a registered 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit organization (EIN: 47-4700762), operated entirely by volunteers. All programs at GTMC are provided on a donation basis, in accordance with the Buddhist tradition of dana (generosity), a core practice that promotes compassion and joy while supporting the Sangha and sustaining the Dharma. Donations to GTMC enable the center to serve the community, fund charitable projects, and further the growth of the Dharma. While financial contributions are sincerely appreciated and support our ongoing initiatives, participation in our programs is always open to everyone, regardless of their ability or decision to contribute. We welcome all individuals and affirm that attendance will never be affected by one's capacity to donate.
Donation Categories
Scholarship Supporter: Contributions designated here assist in providing scholarships for individuals, including children and teens, who wish to participate in our programs but require financial assistance. (Suggested donation: $75 - $300 )
General Operations: Donations in this category help cover essential operational expenses, maintenance, and supplies necessary for the smooth functioning of the Zen Monastery. (Suggested donation: $50 - $200)
Charity Fund: Gifts to the Charity Fund are used to provide crucial resources such as food, clothing, and educational materials to children in impoverished countries, such as Vietnam, helping to ensure their basic needs are met and offering opportunities for a better future. (Suggested donation: $35 - $100)
***If you have the capacity and wish to contribute more, GTMC is deeply grateful for your added generosity, which directly supports the expansion and sustainability of our programs and charitable efforts.
Ways to offer dāna:
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Check written to: GTMC (3729 Pilot Knob Road, Eagan, MN 55122)
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Zelle: giactamcommunity@gmail.com
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Venmo: https://account.venmo.com/u/Zen-GTMC (@Zen-GTMC).
*We greatly appreciate your consideration and support. A tax-deductible receipt will be emailed to you for your records. Thank you for your generosity!*