Donate to Big Heart City
The Dharma is offered freely. Donating is a way to say thank you — and to keep it going for the whole community. Your gift supports teachings, the teachers, and the sangha.
Generosity Is Part of the Practice
Big Heart City runs entirely through the generosity and support of the Sangha. Donations are made based on what each person can offer, in reciprocation of receiving the teachings of the Dharma. Those not able to donate are always welcome. Those who wish to make larger donations, can visit our large donations & grants page or contact our treasurer.
Generosity isn't just about money. It’s a practice. It’s a way we remember we belong to each other. We offer the teachings freely. This tradition, rooted in the Buddhist principle of dāna (the Pali word for generosity) is what allows our sangha to thrive.
Your giving supports the infrastructure that makes our offerings possible: the Zoom account, our rent, our admin support, tech help, and teachers who offer their time, energy, and deep care.
We’ve all benefited from the generosity of those who came before us all the way back to the Buddha. We’re deeply grateful to all those who showed up, practiced, gave what they could, and made all of this available. Through generosity, we keep that beauty going.
What is Dana?
Dāna (pronounced DAH-nuh) is a foundational Buddhist practice of giving. It is the first pāramī (perfection of the heart) . It connects and opens us by teaching us how to let go. There’s not a fixed price or some golden ticket to entry; it’s actually not transactional at all.
Giving dāna:
Supports our teachers and the community
Deepens connection to the teachings and to sangha
Creates the conditions for others to access the Dharma freely
Whether you offer time, energy, attention, or financial support—it all matters.
Ways to Give
Some folks send a few bucks after a Friday night sit. Some give a regular monthly donation and a bit more when they’re able. Some donate time or purchase higher-tier retreat tickets to support our scholarship fund. Every act of generosity makes this whole thing possible.
Monthly Giving
Monthly donations help us breathe a little easier. They allow us to plan, pay rent, and keep things steady behind the scenes. Even small recurring gifts make a meaningful impact when you’re a small nonprofit like us.
One Time Gifts
Whether it’s a few dollars or a big offering, one-time gifts help us meet the moment. Your generosity supports the teachers, the sangha, and the shared practice that brought you here.
MAtching Gifts
Ask your employer about their matching donations program. Big Heart City accepts donations through Benevity, BrightFunds and other employer-matching donation sites.
Large gifts & Grants
If you're in a position to offer more, thank you. Learn more about grants, larger gifts, stock donations, planned giving, and about our funds on our major giving page.
Or email treasurer@bigheartcity.org
Ethics & Transparency
Donations to Big Heart City will be directed as they were instructed by the donor, to the best of our ability.
Donations made to Big Heart City are anonymously forwarded to teachers. Your donation information will be kept private.
Big Heart City is a registered non-profit organization.
Donations are tax-deductible. Our non-profit tax ID # is 84-1883957.
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