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Season’s Greetings,
From all of us at The Pema Chödrön Foundation, we send our deepest gratitude for your interest and support of Pema and her work. It is only thanks to people like you, that what we do to spread Pema’s message of compassion and peace, is possible.
Pema recently shared that “I consider The Pema Chödrön Foundation to be my greatest legacy– it certainly is the thing I’m most proud of, and the thing that brings me the most joy.” I’m sure you’ll agree that now more than ever, the world needs Pema’s wisdom and support. Please consider donating as part of your year end giving, or additionally, as part of your estate planning. You will be supporting the many important projects dear to Pema’s heart. With your help, The Pema Chödrön Foundation looks to sponsor more new projects in 2024 which will have a positive impact on the most vulnerable among us.
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| Pema is doing very well, and is happily in retreat in for the winter months.
Although Pema is no longer giving live public talks, she is still very active! We hope you will take advantage of her many recorded and online teachings available through our bookstore. We are offering two of Pema’s early teachings here, as our gift to you.
Beginning in January 2024, Pema will offer 4 seasonal Q&A video calls focusing on some of her most treasured teachings. A Year With Pema also includes weekly inspirational content on these teachings that form the basis of a more awakened and less reactive life. Each session will be introduced by her long time co-teacher Tim Olmsted, who will also offer a guided meditation.
Register here for unlimited access to A Year With Pema–don’t miss this uniquely precious opportunity! |
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| Please watch this short video highlighting many of the projects supported by The Pema Chödrön Foundation. |
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| The Foundation’s Projects |
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| It is Pema’s deepest wish that Buddhist nuns are able to receive the full training and education needed to fully realize the wisdom of the tradition and to carry it into the future. It’s vital that these nuns receive the same education and support as their male counterparts. With your help, The Pema Chödrön Foundation is making this wish a reality. Please help to support the nuns projects we sponsor. A donation of any amount would be appreciated tremendously. Read more about the nuns we support:
Tsoknyi Gechak Ling Nunnery
Karma Drubdey Nunnery in Bhutan
Monastic College of Surmang Dutsi Til
Sher Gompa
Himalayan Nuns
Our deepest gratitude to all who have supported these wonderful projects! |
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| Supporting At-risk Populations |
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Pema remains eager to do as much as she can to support and uplift at-risk communities. The Pema Chödrön Foundation will again provide a grant in 2023 to Homeboy Industries. For over 30 years, Homeboy Industries has proudly and compassionately stood with and served the most marginalized among us. Homeboy is firmly rooted in the belief that hope, training and support to formerly gang-involved and previously incarcerated men and women provides the foundational healing necessary for sustained change. Through their innovative 18-month program model, participants receive services such as Tattoo Removal, Mental Health Services, GED preparation, and job training – all with the singular goal of healing the cycle of violence and restoring lives. |
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| The Book Initiative continues to grow, year after year! The Pema Chödrön Foundation has sent thousands of Pema’s books, at no cost, to prisons, hospitals, counseling centers, homeless shelters, and individuals around the world. Thanks to the support of many of you who believe in this project, our outreach continues to expand. Please consider supporting this wonderful program here. |
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| Pema Chodron Foundation Bookstore |
| Thinking about gift giving? Pema’s books will be treasured for their wisdom, insight and humor. We will gift wrap, include your personalized message, and ship for free within the USA.
Buying from our online bookstore helps Pema’s Foundation continue to offer her books at no charge to prisoners, at risk youth and other helping organizations. It’s like giving 2 or more gifts each time you buy from us.
Also, Pema’s newest book How We Live Is How We Die is now available in paperback!
The Pema Chödrön Foundation Bookstore |
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| 2024 Pema Wall Calendars are now available and they make wonderful gifts! |
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The Essential Pema is a topical guide
through all of Pema’s teachings,
downloadable and free. |
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| Pema and The Board of The Pema Chödrön Foundation extend our warmest thanks for all of your support and interest in Pema’s work. Best wishes for a peaceful holiday season, and much love to each of you in the new year. |
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Sangha of Auspicious Companions 