With So Much
Gratitude
The mission of the Alliance for Bhikkhunis is to support the world-wide Bhikkhuni Sangha. In this time of pandemic, it quickly became obvious to us that they would need far more than just routine support, as they are totally dependent on others for their four requisites: shelter, food, medicine and clothing. Their support communities were also being effected, leaving many of the nuns in dire circumstances. We decided that we would need to raise funds to support this effort.
We were overwhelmed by the spontaneous support! In addition to our five faithful monthly donors and additional donors we received $258; the post on Facebook raised about $700 (from 15 generous donors.) Cloud Mountain Nuns Initiative sent a check for $1000. From our Mailchimp letter, we received $5669.50, including an amazing anonymous donation of $5000! (We don’t know who you are, but we send our sincere thanks for your generosity!)
We have received, in total, $7627.50!! That has allowed us to help over thirteen monasteries or viharas, as well as many individual bhikkhunis. You can see how we’ve disbursed the funds here. We know that the need will continue, at least for a few more months, but we wanted to take this opportunity to thank everyone that has so kindly donated to this effort.
With So Much
Gratitude
The mission of the Alliance for Bhikkhunis is to support the world-wide Bhikkhuni Sangha. In this time of pandemic, it quickly became obvious to us that they would need far more than just routine support, as they are totally dependent on others for their four requisites: shelter, food, medicine and clothing. Their support communities were also being effected, leaving many of the nuns in dire circumstances. We decided that we would need to raise funds to support this effort.
We were overwhelmed by the spontaneous support! In addition to our five faithful monthly donors and additional donors we received $258; the post on Facebook raised about $700 (from 15 generous donors.) Cloud Mountain Nuns Initiative sent a check for $1000. From our Mailchimp letter, we received $5669.50, including an amazing anonymous donation of $5000! (We don’t know who you are, but we send our sincere thanks for your generosity!)
We have received, in total, $7627.50!! That has allowed us to help over thirteen monasteries or viharas, as well as many individual bhikkhunis. You can see how we’ve disbursed the funds here. We know that the need will continue, at least for a few more months, but we wanted to take this opportunity to thank everyone that has so kindly donated to this effort.