Offerings

An Economy of Gifts

In accordance with our tradition, Bodhinyanarama is supported entirely by freewill donations of food, money, and time. No charge is made for teachings, accommodation, or other activities offered by the monastery. Below are some ways you can get involved. If you have any questions about what you might offer phone 04 563 7193 or: Email Us

The Main Meal

This is provided each day by monastery supporters at 10.30am. You are most welcome to participate. You could bring a prepared dish or prepare something here, either from food you bring or food that has already been offered to the monastery. Or just come and join us.

The meal offering is open to all but there is a roster of those wanting to come on a specific day; birthdays, death anniversaries, etc.. This roster is generally managed through our coordinators: Yashodara (Sri Lankan), Sukhanya (Thai), Khin (Burmese) and Aunty Suan in our kitchen here. Gaps are commonly filled by spontaneous arrivals – and you could easily fill one or two of those. Contact the monastery office. If you wish to make a meal offering on a particular day or on a regular basis please contact the monastery.

Online Donations

Donate online details:

Dana List

People often ask what the monastery needs. Below are some (mostly kitchen) ideas.
There are sometimes larger items: view list

Thank you for your support.

Food and Kitchen Items

There are various items that are required from time to time, sometimes quite specific; like light bulbs. The list, at right, may give you a few ideas. We try to keep it up to date.

Items we can use...
  • white rice
  • brown rice
  • tissues
  • toilet paper
We have plenty of...
  • Please NO bottled water
  • medical plasters
  • antiseptic cream
  • rice
  • pasta
  • noodles
  • green tea
  • cooking oil
  • tooth paste
  • tooth brushes
  • soap bars
  • hand sanitiser
  • last updated: March 27

Offering time or Skills

  • The monastery property is quite large and there is always work needed in the forest; clearing paths, sweeping, bridge repair, etc.
  • There are quite a few buildings so maintenance is an ongoing job involving many skills: painting, cleaning, dusting, electrics, plumbing, etc.
  • The monastery is very much a community project so even just coming here and spending time adds a good energy.
  • Sitting in the hall meditating is a precious offering. Guidance is available on all the above.

Financial Gifts

Donations are used for monthly utilities, maintenance, repayment of loans, and generally keeping the monastery operational. There are several ways of offering your support. Below are three common approaches:

Regular Donations

Direct Debit or,
Internet Banking are easy ways to make regular donations to the monastery. Feel free to contact the treasurer if you are unsure how to do this. Our bank details are below.
PS. Receipts: There is no way we can get your contact details (email or postal) with direct debit so, if you make a donation and require a receipt, please contact the treasurer.

Postal

We are at:
17 Rakau Grove
Stokes Valley
Lower Hutt 5019
New Zealand

Bank account details:

NameWellington Theravada Buddhist Association Inc.
BankANZ
BranchLower Hutt
Swift codeANZBNZ22 {If an 11 digit SWIFT is required, use ANZBNZ22XXX}
Account No06 0582 0015463 02

Membership

Membership of WTBA, the steward organisation of the monastery, is subscribed annually. The fee is $10 per person per year. You can use the online application form.

Come to the Monastery

You are most welcome to come to the monastery.

Your participation in the life of the monastery is one of the greatest gifts you can offer. Check the events calendar to see if there is something that you particularly might like to take part in. Also the teaching schedule. Or, feel free to come at any time; meditate in the sala, visit the stupa, join us for the daily meal (10:30) or just walk the forest trails.

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