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"The whole point of Vipassana is to decondition the mind so that one can live a happy life. A life full of love, compassion and good will for all."

- SN Goenka

Donation and loan information

According to the tradition of pure Dhamma, courses are run solely on a donation basis.

Giving donations builds one's qualities of selflessness and generosity and helps the centre to continue offering courses.

People have different means, but even a small donation reflects your desire to help someone else to learn Dhamma.

These donations from students are the only source of funding for Vipassana courses in this tradition. There is no wealthy foundation or individual sponsoring the centre. Neither the teachers nor the trustees receive any payment for their service. Thus, the spread of Dhamma is carried out with purity of purpose, free from any commercialism.

How to donate

There are a number of ways to give dana (donate) to the Vipassana Meditation Centre Tasmania:

  • Bank transfer – you can donate directly from your bank account by setting up a transfer using online banking or in a branch. This can be done as a one-off donation or set up as a regular donation (e.g. monthly). Online donations are usually fee-free. See bank details below
  • Cheque or money order - mail a cheque or money order for `Vipassana Meditation Centre Tasmania` to GPO Box 6, Hobart TAS 7001. Specify whether the donation is for the centre's general fund or building fund.
  • Credit card - you can authorise the treasurer to charge your credit card for a one-off donation or to set up a regular monthly donation. Bank fees of approximately 1.1% of the donation amount are charged to the centre for credit card transactions. Print and complete the donation pledge form and send to the centre to initiate a credit card donation.
  • Loans - interest-free or low-interest loans can be made to the centre. These loans usually support the building program at the centre or can be used to offset existing loan interest costs. Contact the treasurer to discuss options, terms and conditions.
  • Charitable bequest - you can make a donation to the centre in your will. Contact the treasurer for more information.

Donations can be made to the General Fund or the Building Fund. The General Fund is the default fund which covers most of the operating costs of the centre, including course expenses. The Building Fund is used to fund new buildings and for building maintenance. Donations to the Building Fund are tax deductible in Australia.

Bank transfer

To make a donation directly from your bank account to the centre via online banking or in a branch, you need the details below. Please also email the treasurer with your details and the donation amount, so that a receipt can be issued.

  • General Fund
    Account name: Vipassana Meditation Centre Tasmania General Fund
    Bendigo Bank
    BSB: 633-000
    Account number: 115484917
  • Building Fund
    Account name: Dhamma Pabha Building Fund
    BSB: 633-000
    Account number: 115484982

For international bank transfers to Dhamma Pabha, please include the SWIFT/BIC code: BENDAU3B
Bank details: Bendigo Bank, 109-113 Liverpool St, Hobart 7000 TAS Australia

Contact

If you have any queries about donations or centre finances, please contact: The Treasurer, Vipassana Meditation Centre Tasmania, Dhamma Pabha GPO Box 6, Hobart TAS 7001; email: [email protected].

Refunds

If an error has been made and an incorrect donation amount has been debited from your account, please contact us at [email protected]. Please provide your name and address, outlining the date and amount of the transaction and the nature of the mistake, and we will make a reimbursement accordingly.

May all beings benefit from Dhamma