Nalandabodhi NY Membership and Dues
Our aspiration in offering Membership is to fulfill the direction of our teacher, Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, to make full participation in Nalandabodhi’s offerings available to anyone wishing to engage in Nalandabodhi study, practice and mindful activity courses, and to create a strong connection between each Nalandabodhi member, Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche, the Nalandabodhi Mitras, and the sangha community at large.
What You’re Supporting
- Rinpoche’s teaching activity
- Nalandabodhi’s Three Paths: Path of Meditation, Path of Study, Path of Mindful Activity
- our community’s website
Member Benefits
- discounts on programs
- assignment to a Practice Instructor (PI)
- attendance at Sangha Retreats if you are a formal student of Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche
Member Commitments
Practice
We encourage members to engage in daily meditation practice and move through progressive stages of practice with the guidance of a Practice Instructor (PI). A Practice Instructor is assigned upon request to Membership Coordinator Gail Monteforte. Group practice sessions are offered at the center and are an opportunity to strengthen one’s daily practice as well as the practice path of the sangha as a whole.
Study
The Nalandabodhi study path provides a comprehensive introduction to Buddhism and deepens the understanding of the teachings by systematically leading students through a complete overview of the ground, path and fruition of the three yana journey. Members are encouraged to complete the curriculum as laid out and taught by The Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche. The study path is continually enriching regardless of your previous dharma study.
Sangha Activity
Our center functions exclusively through the volunteer efforts of our members. We encourage regular participation and contact with our local center and some form of support to the center on a regular basis. Perhaps the most meaningful form of commitment a member makes is maintaining one’s relationship with Dzogchen Ponlop Rinpoche as one’s primary spiritual friend and teacher.
Membership Dues
- Full membership: $40 per month or $480 per year
- Senior (over 62) and full-time student discounted membership: $32 dollars a month or $384 per year
- Please contact our Membership Coordinator Gail Monteforte to discuss alternate payment plans if these amounts are not affordable.
For FULL MEMBER MONTHLY dues, please process your payment here:
For FULL MEMBER ANNUAL dues, please process your payment here:
For SENIOR/STUDENT MONTHLY dues, please process your payment here:
For SENIOR/STUDENT ANNUAL dues, please process your payment here: